Direct Support Professional (Part Time 6:30a-12p)
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Wendell Foster
Owensboro, KY, US
Summary
Provide direct care support including assistance with hygiene, dressing, feeding, and mobility for individuals in an intermediate care facility. Ensure the safety, well-being, and dignity of all individuals while maintaining a respectful environment.
Job Description
- 2025, 2024, & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!
Wendell Foster is interested in hiring energetic Direct Support Professionals for our Intermediate Care Facility to join the team of #DifferenceMakers!
What matters to you:
- Hours- 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM 📆 22-24 hours a week
- New hourly rate starting at $16.00
- Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Benefits including; medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after 60 days and pet benefits.
- 403b retirement-automatic 2% company contribution plus company match up to 3% after 1 year of employment and 1000 hours worked
- One-time your annual salary life insurance coverage at no cost to you
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free to all employees and their immediate family members.
- Tuition reimbursement program available
- On the job training
- Employee recognition give-a-ways throughout the year
What matters to us:
- High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred
- Possession of valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
- Currently possess or able to complete first aid and CPR certification (training provided)
- Communicate well with others including staff and our individuals
Essential Functions:
Support our individuals direct care needs including, but not limited to:
- Getting dressed, assisting with baths and showering, toileting and hygiene needs, feeding, Assist with walking and/or wheelchair mobility, occasionally preparing meals and snacks per dietary card
- Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals at all times.
- Understand individual’s rights and display respect and dignity when interacting with individuals.
- Frequently lift and/or move 50lbs; occasionally lift and/or move 75lbs while assisting a person with movement or direct care
Other important information:
Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
For 70 years, our focus has been to provide children and adults with disabilities with the tools, education, therapies and support to reach their dreams and potential.
As a leader in advanced therapies, Autism Spectrum Disorders and assistive technology, we provide cutting-edge support to over 1300 people in 37 counties across Western Kentucky and Southern Indiana.
Our goal is for the people we serve to become a meaningful part of the fabric of everyday community life. As a
With over 320 staff, we take very seriously our impact as an economic driver in the region. In 2017, Wendell Foster was voted “Best Places to Work” in Kentucky by The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.
Founded
1947
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Owensboro, Kentucky
For 70 years, our focus has been to provide children and adults with disabilities with the tools, education, therapies and support to reach their dreams and potential.
As a leader in advanced therapies, Autism Spectrum Disorders and assistive technology, we provide cutting-edge support to over 1300 people in 37 counties across Western Kentucky and Southern Indiana.
Our goal is for the people we serve to become a meaningful part of the fabric of everyday community life. As a
With over 320 staff, we take very seriously our impact as an economic driver in the region. In 2017, Wendell Foster was voted “Best Places to Work” in Kentucky by The Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.
Founded
1947
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Owensboro, Kentucky