Wendell Foster is interested in hiring an energetic Direct Support Professional for our Day Training Department to join the team of #DifferenceMakers!

What matters to you:

• New hourly rate starting at $15.50
• Overtime availability
• 8 paid holidays each year
• Double time pay for holiday hours worked
• Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Full benefits including; medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after hire date 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 times 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:

• Must have a High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Currently possess or able to complete first aid and CPR certification (training provided)
• Complete all training required by the Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (training provided)

Essential Functions:

• Understand the individuals’ rights and display respect and dignity when interacting with the individuals.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of individuals and implements the plan of care.
• Understand the departmental policy on the correct way to report any suspected form of abuse that may be observed and/or reported.
• Serves as a member of the individual’s plan of care team.
• Assists with daily living such as: walking, getting dressed, personal hygiene, eating, using the toilet, bathing, meal planning and preparation, laundry, budgeting and financial assistance, home care, and cleaning.
• Provide emotional support advice, and assistance to help the individual work through problems.
• Provide or arrange for transportation to services, activities, and medical appointments as needed.
• Actively participates in medical appointments and follow-up care as directed by the physician.

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.
• 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

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

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Owensboro, KY 42303: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person