Discover a Career with The Epilepsy Center of NW Ohio

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you a compassionate, reliable person who wants to make a real impact?
The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our mission driven team. You’ll help individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities live full, empowered, and independent lives at home and in the community.

Pay: $17.00 per hour
Locations: Lucas County
Available Schedules: Full-Time - 3 Weekdays 2:30 PM - 12:00 AM & Every Other Weekend 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Responsibilities include assisting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities live their best lives:

• 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 or social outings
• Encourage personal growth and achievement of goals
• Accurately document activities, incidents, and client progress
• Communicate professionally with team members, families, and clients

• Participate in required paid training and team meetings

Qualifications you need to thrive in this role if you are:

• 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

Perks & Benefits that are offered:

• Opportunity for overtime
• Get paid to sleep for select location/hours
• Incentive pay for select location/hours from $1 - $1.5 extra an hour
• Paid time off
• 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 t0 $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 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.