Direct Care Support Professional

The Methodist Home of Kentucky, Inc. • Owensboro, KY

6d • $16 - $17

About The Position

The Direct Care Support Professional provides therapeutic support and supervision to youth throughout daily activities at Kentucky United Methodist Children’s Homes. The role helps maintain a safe environment, supports youth with nurturing and welcoming care, and consistently implements client treatment plans in cooperation with the treatment team. The position involves unit activities, health and first-aid support, campus tasks and transportation, documentation, and communication with external stakeholders. Staff may need to de-escalate or physically manage children who pose a danger to themselves or others; training is provided. The posting indicates an urgent need for both day and night shifts and offers additional compensation for bilingual English/Spanish ability.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• At least 1 year of child-care experience.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Pass a background check, including federal and state fingerprint checks.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Maintain ORR-required vaccinations.
• Physically able to perform Safe Crisis Management.
• Able to complete required training and successfully implement and execute all skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak English and Spanish; additional compensation is offered for bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise youth to maintain a safe environment and oversee daily routines.
• Provide a welcoming, nurturing presence to encourage and support youth.
• Consistently implement client treatment plans in cooperation with the treatment team.
• Develop and participate in unit activities, including life skills exercises, recreation activities, cultural education, and spiritual life.
• Ensure first aid and health care are provided for clients as specified by KyUMH policies.
• Take responsibility for campus activities, including driving a campus vehicle, transporting clients, and shopping for clothing or supplies.
• Record documentation according to policies and communicate professionally with external stakeholders as needed.
• De-escalate or physically manage children when they are a danger to themselves or others.

Benefits

• Meals provided while on shift.
• Paid training to learn how to support youth with trauma.
• Competitive benefits program including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• 403(b) matching.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional education.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• $1,500 retention bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED