Direct Care Support Professional

The Methodist Home of Kentucky; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided while on shift

Paid training

403(b) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)

Job summary

The Methodist Home of Kentucky is seeking a Direct Care Professional to support and supervise at-risk youth in a safe and nurturing environment. Responsibilities include monitoring daily routines, encouraging youth participation in activities, and implementing treatment plans.

The ideal candidate must have a High School Diploma and valid driver’s license. Benefits include meals during shifts, paid training, health benefits, and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Must pass a background check including federal and state fingerprint checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of youth to maintain a safe environment.
• Encourage and support youth through positive interaction.
• Implement and monitor client treatment plans.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Crisis management

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

We currently have an urgent need for both day and night shifts

Are you looking for a New Career that will provide challenges and huge opportunities? We have over 155 years of providing therapeutic support and supervision of youth throughout the course of all daily activities.

Join the team at the Kentucky United Methodist Children’s Homes.

We see lives change every day!

Retention Bonus Available! Additional Compensation for Bilingual (English/Spanish)

The ideal candidate:

• Work well on a team
• Accept and appreciate diverse cultures
• Have a high attention to detail
• Be passionate about helping at‑risk youth, and
• Be calm under pressure.

A Day in the Life of a Direct Care Professional:

• Provide supervision of youth to maintain a safe environment and oversee daily routine.
• Be a welcoming, nurturing presence to encourage and support youth.
• Ensure consistent implementation of client treatment plan in cooperation with treatment team.
• Develop and participate in unit activities such as life skills exercises, recreation activities, cultural education, and spiritual life.
• Ensure first aid and health care is provided for clients as specified by KyUMH policies.
• Assume responsibility for a variety of campus activities, including but not limited to driving a campus vehicle, transporting clients, clothing or supply shopping.
• 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 (training will be provided).

For this position, you must:

• Have a High School Diploma
• Have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• The ability to speak, read and write English
• Pass a background check, including federal and state fingerprint checks.
• Pass a drug test pre‑employment.
• Maintain ORR required vaccinations.
• Physically be able to perform Safe Crisis Management.
• Be able to complete required trainings and successfully implement and execute all skills.

Benefits:

• Meals provided while on shift
• Paid training as you learn how to support youth with trauma
• Competitive Benefits Program with Health, Dental, Vision & Life
• 403(b) Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Education
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)

KYUMH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to maintaining a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.