Job Description
Who We Are Seeking
We are looking for an experienced, strategic leader who brings both clinical expertise and visionary oversight to a high-performing Respiratory Therapy department. The ideal candidate is a proactive mentor and confident communicator who thrives in complex care environments and is passionate about developing teams, ensuring compliance, and championing exceptional, child-centered care.
Position Title
Director of Respiratory Therapy
A Day in the Life
As the Director of Respiratory Therapy, you will oversee all aspects of the Respiratory Therapy Department at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC), ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care for medically complex children. You’ll guide department strategy, regulatory compliance, staffing, and quality improvement initiatives, while maintaining a visible and supportive leadership presence across all shifts.
How This Position Contributes to Our Mission
• Leads, mentors, and supports Respiratory Therapists and department leadership to ensure high-quality care across all teams
• Oversees daily operations and long-term planning to support safety, infection prevention, and performance improvement
• Collaborates with KCC leadership, medical directors, and interdisciplinary teams to maintain individualized and compliant care
• Supports professional development of staff and participates in training, licensure, and regulatory readiness
• Develops and monitors departmental budgets in alignment with strategic and operational goals
Director of Respiratory Therapy Schedule:
• Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, with schedule flexibility as needed
Skills and Qualifications
• Unencumbered, active Respiratory Therapist license in Kentucky required
• Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from NBRC required
• Associate degree in healthcare-related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience required
• Knowledge of CLIA moderately complex lab services preferred
• Excellent clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Must be able to lift 35–65 lbs unassisted and respond to emergencies as needed
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic systems
• Must be able to participate in on-call responsibilities and flexible scheduling
What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents
• A trauma-informed environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous leave time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Training and certification opportunities
Who We Are
Home of the Innocents is a 145-year-old non-profit, dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. Our mission is to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we prioritize safety and recovery through trauma-informed practices. Our leadership is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and values-led workforce.
Home of the Innocents Impact
• Total service recipients in 2024: 3,562
• Campus size: 22 acres located near downtown Louisville
• Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
• 13 different programs serving children and families, providing services such as:
• Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
• Emergency shelter for children in crisis
• Foster care and adoption support
• Community-based behavioral health programs
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation.
If you are passionate about supporting team members and driving a positive workplace culture, we invite you to apply!
Job Tags
Flexible hours, Monday to Friday, All shifts,