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Direct Support Specialist Job in Bowling Green, Ohio US

Direct Support Specialist

The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio - Bowling Green, OH

Posted: 12/12/2025 - Expires: 1/11/2026

Job ID: 292988032

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Job Description

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.

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.

Part-time and Full-time schedules available!


Experience with developmentally/intellectual and/or physical disabilities preferred

Job Duties:

  • 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
• 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

Flexible Schedules:
• Rotating weekends
• Holiday shifts available
• Opportunities for overtime


Job Summary

Employment Type:
Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
High school graduate
Work Days:
Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Job Reference Code
N/A
Salary
$17/hr + $1.50/hr location shift premium for wake (active) hours; $13/hr for sleep shifts - sleep on the clock!
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
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