Empowering Direct Support Specialist — Sign-On Bonus

Venture Community Services Inc.; Fitchburg (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid training

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Life insurance

Job summary

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role offers paid training, a sign-on bonus, and a supportive work environment focused on independence and community participation.

The position is part-time (24 hours/week) with a schedule including Thursday evenings and Saturday shifts. Pay ranges from $17.50 to $19.00 per hour, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff and $500 for part-time

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities to participate fully in their community and in their own lives.
• Varied interests and personal connections in the local community.
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior (work, volunteer or school history).
• Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the team.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be as active as possible in their lives.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing and related activities.
• Attend medical appointments, accompany to community activities, and support adherence to Behavior Support Plans and Individual Support Plans.
• Follow medical guidelines and ensure safety during emergencies and routine program operations.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team player

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Venture Community Services Inc. is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower adults 22+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role offers paid training, a sign-on bonus, and a supportive work environment focused on independence and community participation.

The position is part-time (24 hours/week) with a schedule including Thursday evenings and Saturday shifts. Pay ranges from $17.50 to $19.00 per hour, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff and $500 for part-time