Direct Support Professional

Help individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities live their best lives while building a rewarding career! The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio is seeking caring, reliable individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). You'll empower people with developmental and intellectual disabilities to achieve their goals, gain independence, and thrive at home and in the community. Base Pay: $17.00/hr Get Paid to Sleep: $13.00/hr Location: Toledo Area and Bowling Green, OH Earn Up to $18.50/hr - Bowling Green locations Schedules Available: Full-Time & Part-Time (Every Other Weekend Required) 1st & 2nd Shift3rd Shift: Awake & Sleep Responsibilities include assisting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities live their best lives: Provide respectful, person-centered support in daily living tasksAssist with personal care: ambulation, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc.Engage individuals in social, recreational, and community activitiesPrepare meals, cleaning, laundry, and household tasksTransport individuals safely to appointments and social outingsEncourage personal growth and achievement of goalsAccurately document activities, incidents, and client progressAdministering medications as trainedCommunicate professionally with team members, families, and clientsParticipate in required paid training and team meetings Qualifications you need to thrive in this role if you are: High school diploma or GEDMust be 18 years or olderValid driver’s license with a clean driving record (fewer than 6 points)Proof of auto insuranceAbility to pass BCI/FBI background checks and required screenings Perks & Benefits That Are Offered Paid time offFlexible SchedulesOpportunity for overtimeGet paid to sleep $13 an hourIncentive pay of $1.50 an hour for locationAttendance bonus401(k) with matchingLife & disability insurancesTuition Assistance for current college studentsCar repair fundCar rentalPay advancesEmployee assistance programReferral bonus up t0 $500 per referralComprehensive health insurance (medical, employer paid dental and vision) – Full-timeFlexible spending and Dependent care accounts – Full-timeStudent Loan Repayment – Full-time About The Epilepsy Center Of NW Ohio The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by epilepsy and developmental disabilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer focused on inclusion, empowerment, and understanding. #hc269172