Adult Day Service/Weekend - Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Build a Career While Making an Impact.

Are you a compassionate, reliable person who wants to make a real impact?
The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio is hiring Adult Day Array - 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.

Pay: $17.00 per hour
Locations: Lucas County
Available Schedules: Adult Day Service - 4 weekdays 8 AM - 4 PM

and every other weekend 2nd shift OR 3rd shift Residential.

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

• Provide respectful, person-centered support in daily living tasks
• Drive a transportation route
• Assist with personal care: ambulation, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc.
• Engage individuals in social, recreational, and community activities
• Support individuals to build independent living skills
• Prepare meals, cleaning, laundry, and household tasks
• Transport individuals safely to and from day programs and 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:

• 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
• Paid time off
• Attendance bonus
• 401(k) with matching
• Life & disability insurances
• Car repair fund
• Car rental
• Pay advances
• Local Employee Resource Network (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
• Holiday rotation

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.

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