DSP/Caregiver

Help individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities live their best lives while building a rewarding career! The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide support, encouragement, and advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You'll play a vital role in helping people gain confidence, achieve greater independence, and thrive in their everyday lives.

Pay

• Base Pay: $17.00/hr
• Get Paid to Sleep: $13.00/hr – 3rd shift
• Earn Up to $18.50/hr – Bowling Green locations
• Incentive pay of $1.50/hr for location

Schedule

• Full-Time & Part-Time (Every Other Weekend Required)
• Adult Day Array – 4 weekdays 8 AM–4 PM and every other weekend 2nd shift OR 3rd shift Residential
• Residential – 4 weekdays 4 PM–12 AM and every other weekend 4 PM–12 AM

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, person-centered support in daily living tasks
• Assist with personal care: ambulation, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc.
• Engage individuals in social, recreational, and community activities
• Prepare meals, cleaning, laundry, and household tasks
• Transport individuals safely to appointments and social outings
• Encourage personal growth and achievement of goals
• Accurately document activities, incidents, and client progress
• Administer medications as trained
• Communicate professionally with team members, families, and clients
• Participate in required paid training and team meetings

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (fewer than 6 points)
• Proof of auto insurance
• Ability to pass BCI/FBI background checks and required screenings

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Flexible schedules
• Opportunity for overtime
• Get paid to sleep $13 an hour
• Attendance bonus
• 401(k) with matching
• Life & disability insurances
• Tuition Assistance for current college students
• Car repair fund
• Car rental
• Pay advances
• Employee assistance program
• Referral bonus up to $500 per referral
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, employer paid dental and vision) – Full-time
• Flexible spending and Dependent care accounts – Full-time
• Student Loan Repayment – Full-time

About The Epilepsy Center of Northwest 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 focused on inclusion, empowerment, and understanding.