Direct Support Professional PRN - Strategic

Direct Support Professional – As Needed

River Valley, Behavioral Healthcare Services – Strategic Partnerships

Owensboro and Henderson, KY

Job Summary:

At River Valley Behavioral Health Services, we aspire to meet the needs of every client we encounter. We are passionate about extending a hand to those in need of behavioral health services. Explore below the potential career opportunity with Behavioral Health Services, Strategic Partnerships.

Direct Support Professionals in staffed residences:

• Provide assistance in a home setting for 2-3 adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Support assigned individuals’ direct care needs including but not limited to getting dressed, bathing and showering, toileting and hygiene needs, grocery shopping, feeding, medication administration, assistance with walking and/or wheelchair mobility, preparation of meals and snacks as needed, companionship, and facilitation of activities to increase community inclusion.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as requested to support individuals in discussions of their person-centered service plans with regard to their health, safety, and overall wellbeing.
• Assist individuals to work toward and achieve their individualized service goals when applicable.
• Work together as a team with other staff assigned to the home to ensure the day-to-day functionality of the home under the guidance of the Assistant Residential Director.
• Be willing to work where needed in the Owensboro and Henderson service areas and stay overnight in the home.

We offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Eligible for overtime
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employment Referral Program