Direct Support Professional

Pathways to Community; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Pathways to Community in Kentucky is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals with daily living, personal care, and community activities. You will work across multiple locations, applying required training in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities include medication administration, meal preparation, light housekeeping, safe supervision, and transportation to appointments.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and daily access to a reliable vehicle.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Ability to participate in water activities (pool, waterslides, etc.).
• Pass a DHS and nationwide criminal background check.
• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with daily needs including personal cares
• Administering medications
• Cooking and housework
• Provide constant supervision
• Transportation to appointments and community events

Skills

English communication

Driver's license

Insurance proof

Job description

If your desire to serve others is matched with enthusiasm and dedication to the community we serve, we want to talk with you! From comprehensive and required training to our servant‑leadership culture, Pathways realizes our employee’s success leads to higher quality of care for our Individuals. Join our high energy and collaborative team and truly make a difference every day.

Direct Support Professional Open Hours:

Champlin:

• Monday and Tuesday 10:00pm-9:00am
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 12:00pm-2:00pm
• Wednesday 9:00am-2:00pm
• Friday 12:00pm-10:00pm
• Monday‑Friday 7:00am-2:00pm
• Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday 7:00am-2:00pm
• Monday‑Friday 2:00pm-10:00pm
• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 4:30pm-9:30pm
• Monday‑Friday 2:00pm-7:00pm
• Saturday and Sunday 12:00pm-8:00pm

St. Anthony:

• Friday 10:00pm-10:00am
• Sunday 10:00pm-9:00am

Hopkins:

• Monday-Thursday 9:30am-1:30pm
• Monday-Thursday 2:00pm-7:00pm
• Saturday 3:30pm-9:30pm
• Sunday 9:30am-9:30pm
• Thursday 10:00pm- Friday 2:00pm

White Bear Lake:

• Tuesday 11:00am-2:00pm
• Wednesday 9:00am-2:00pm
• Friday 11:00am-7:00pm
• Saturday 9:00am-10:00pm
• Monday 3:00pm-9:30pm

Maple Grove:

• Monday‑Friday 2:00pm-8:00pm
• Friday 1:00pm-10:00pm
• Saturday 12:00pm-8:00pm
• Thursday, Friday, Sunday 10:00pm-9:00pm

Shoreview:

• Friday and Sunday 2:00pm-10:00pm
• Sunday and Monday 10:00pm-9:00am

St. Louis Park:

• Monday‑Friday 9:00am-2:00pm
• Monday‑Friday 2:00pm-10:00pm
• Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-10:00pm

Richfield:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 5:00pm-9:00pm
• Saturday- Tuesday 10:00pm-9:00am
• Saturday and Sunday 9:00am-9:00pm

Compensation: $16.00- $17.75 per hour depending on the location.

In this role you will be making a difference by:

• Supporting individuals with daily needs including personal cares
• Administering medications
• Cooking and housework
• Provide constant supervision
• Transportation to appointments and community events

To be considered for this role you must:

• Carry a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and have daily access to a reliable vehicle
• Hold an acceptable driving record
• Possess strong English communication skills
• Be able to participate in water activities (pool, waterslides, hot tub, etc.)
• Be able to pass a DHS and nationwide criminal background check
• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred

All full-time positions offer a generous benefits package, including 50%-70% paid premiums for health and dental benefits, retirement matching, cell phone reimbursement, paid holidays, PTO, etc.

Pathways to Community is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.