Part-Time Direct Support Professional — Growth & Flexible Hours

Easterseals Redwood; Fort Mitchell (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily lunch

Growth opportunities & inclusive work

Competitive salary & flexible schedule

Job summary

Easterseals Redwood in Ft. Mitchell, KY invites applications for a Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP). DSPs provide personal care, support development, and assist with daily living activities for adults with disabilities in a respectful, inclusive environment.

Two years of related work, plus a human services degree or KY RN Assistant certification, are preferred. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and positive engagement with participants under supervision.

Qualifications

• Requires at least two years' experience working with adults with disabilities.
• A degree in human services or related field or KY State RN Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of each adult's condition; reads files and assessments.
• Provides active learning programs to support skill development.
• Maintains documentation of personal care, attendance, incidents, and related records.
• Uses safe lifting techniques and lift equipment for personal care duties.
• Observes health status and ensures timely nursing/medical attention when needed.
• Implements behavior management programs as directed.
• Supervises and positively engages with adults during personal care services.
• Assists adults with personal care, snack prep and daily living tasks.
• Supports safe handling during emergency drills or crises.
• Participates in shared duties such as snacks, meals, laundry, and material preparation.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Education

Human services degree or related field / KY RN Assistant certification

Job description

Easterseals Redwood in Ft. Mitchell, KY invites applications for a Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP). DSPs provide personal care, support development, and assist with daily living activities for adults with disabilities in a respectful, inclusive environment.

Two years of related work, plus a human services degree or KY RN Assistant certification, are preferred. This role emphasizes safety, documentation, and positive engagement with participants under supervision.