CNA/DSP (Day- Shift)
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- Driver's license
How this pay compares
This posting states $16 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Kentucky post a median of $17.99 an hour, the middle half $16–$20.25, across 23 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in Kentucky earn a median of $18.45 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
- 2026, 2025, 2024, & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!
Wendell Foster is interested in hiring energetic Direct Support Professionals for our Intermediate Care Facility to join the team of #DifferenceMakers!
What matters to you
- Hours- 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM 📆 Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week + every other weekend (Part-time & PRN opportunities available)
- New hourly rate starting at $17.00
- Night-shift hourly differential of $2.00
- Overtime availability
- 8 paid holidays each year
- Double time pay for holiday hours worked
- Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Full benefits including; medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after 60 days and pet benefits.
- 403b retirement - automatic 2% company contribution plus company match up to 3% after 1 year of employment and 1000 hours worked
- One-time your annual salary life insurance coverage at no cost to you
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free to all employees and their immediate family members.
- Tuition reimbursement program available
- On the job training
- Employee recognition give-a-ways throughout the year
What matters to us
- High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred
- Possession of valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
- Currently possess or able to complete first aid and CPR certification (training provided)
- Communicate well with others including staff and our individuals
Essential Functions
Support our individuals direct care needs including, but not limited to:
- Getting dressed, assisting with baths and showering, toileting and hygiene needs, feeding, Assist with walking and/or wheelchair mobility, occasionally preparing meals and snacks per dietary card
- Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals at all times.
- Understand individual’s rights and display respect and dignity when interacting with individuals.
- Frequently lift and/or move 50lbs; occasionally lift and/or move 75lbs while assisting a person with movement or direct care
Other important information
Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
From Wendell Foster's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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