Direct Care Worker

Experience Required

0

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Education Or Experience Substitution

None

Expected Start Date

09/01/2026

Compensation

$15.00 - $17.00 / hourly

Hours Per Week

48

Number Of Positions

6

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

4pm to 8am M-F and 8am to 8pm Saturday & Sunday

Job Description

Join our team as a Direct Care Worker!

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of adults with Traumatic Brain Injuries? At NeuLife Rehabilitation of Kentucky II, we're more than just a workplace; we're a community committed to compassion, quality care, and supporting both our persons served and our team. If you're passionate about helping others and want to grow professionally in a supportive, best-practice environment, we want you on our team.

Why Choose Us:

Person-Centered Care: We create custom rehabilitation plans tailored to each resident's unique goals and needs

Skilled, Compassionate Team: Our staff are highly trained and dedicated to delivering high-quality, meaningful care

Innovative, Supportive Environment: We use best practices and technology in a safe, collaborative setting to help residents thrive

Your Role:

As a Direct Care Worker, you will play vital part in helping persons served gain independence, develop daily living skills, and reach their personal goals. You'll provide compassionate support in a team-based environment where your contributions are valued.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Motivates and encourages clients who have an acquired brain injury to progress in the home environment as well as in the community

Assists clients with activities of daily living

Supports clients by preparing them for their day and assisting them getting to and from work, therapy, and other appointments

Range of motion exercises

Performs household services essential to home health care

Attends concerts, sporting events and other entertainment activities with clients

Requirements:

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with TBI or SCI preferred

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Med Tech certification preferred or required by state regulations

Current CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

Ability to lift, transfer, and physically assist individuals with mobility limitations

Strong observational, communication, and teamwork skills

Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO 2 weeks, 56 hours a year, floating holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Yes

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant

Yes

Veteran Preference

No

Background Check Required

Yes

Industry

Healthcare

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

63598

Application Instructions

Open Interview this week, 9am to 4pm, at 633 Chamberlin Ave, Frankfort, KY 40601. Start immediately; training begins after hire. Must be able to pass KARES background check.