Disability Support Professional

Azza HealthCare Agency; Dawson Springs (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide compassionate, person-centered support to individuals in their homes and communities. You will assist with daily routines, promote health and safety, and foster independence, choice, and dignity.

Work with individuals, families, and care teams to deliver quality support, communicate observations and progress, and contribute to an inclusive environment through ongoing training and collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Direct support experience is helpful but not required.
• Patience, reliability, and a genuine commitment to improving lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centered support to individuals in their homes and communities.
• Assist with daily routines, health and safety, and independence.
• Collaborate with individuals, families, and care teams to deliver quality support.
• Communicate important observations, updates, and progress for coordinated care.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment through ongoing training.

Skills

person-centered care

teamwork

empathy

inclusion

support for community engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional

Provide compassionate, person-centered support to individuals in their homes and communities. Help with daily routines, promote health and safety, and support meaningful community participation while encouraging independence, choice, and dignity. Collaborate with individuals, families, and a care team to deliver quality support. Communicate important observations, updates, and progress to ensure coordinated care. Contribute to an inclusive environment that values empathy and professional growth through ongoing training.

Required/Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior direct support experience helpful but not required
• Patience, reliability, and a genuine commitment to improving lives
• Strong communication skills for sharing observations and updates
• Ability to support health, safety, and independence in daily activities

Key Skills

person-centered care, teamwork, empathy, inclusion, and support for community engagement.