Respiratory Therapist - Student (Pediatrics & Young Adults)

Calling All Aspiring Respiratory Therapists!

Are you a motivated Respiratory Therapy (RT) student eager to make a difference in the lives of children while gaining invaluable hands-on experience?

The Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center at Home of the Innocents invites you to join our team as a Respiratory Therapist Student!

In this role, you’ll work alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team, delivering compassionate respiratory care to medically complex children and young adults. This is your chance to apply your classroom knowledge in a real-world setting, while promoting wellness, empowerment, and excellence in care.

What You'll Do

Perform respiratory care procedures such as oxygen therapy, aerosol treatments, humidification, and bronchopulmonary hygiene (all within your student scope!).

Work closely with Respiratory Therapists, Pulmonologists, and a supportive care team to ensure individualized care plans are implemented seamlessly.

Be an advocate for resident engagement in enriching activities, while providing care that keeps them safe and supported.

• Model excellence by upholding Core Values of Compassion, Wellness, Excellence, and Empowerment.
• Maintain compliance with training, employee health standards, and facility policies.

What You'll Gain

Paid Real-World Experience: Perform hands-on respiratory procedures under medical direction and learn alongside experts in pediatric respiratory care.

Impactful Work: See the direct impact of your care on residents’ lives while contributing to a mission-driven organization.

• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values diversity, inclusion, and trauma-informed care.
• Growth Opportunities: Build a foundation for your future career in respiratory therapy through meaningful work and professional development.

We’re Looking For

• A Kentucky-certified Respiratory Therapy Student (limited mandatory certification).
• CPR/Basic Life Support certified (training provided if needed).
• Someone with a passion for working with diverse populations and a strong desire to learn.
• A critical thinker with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A dedicated individual who thrives in a team-oriented, trauma-informed environment.

Physical & Safety Requirements

Ability to move, lift, or assist up to 65 lbs safely.

Comfortable with standing for prolonged periods and occasional exposure to healthcare-related risks (e. g., bloodborne pathogens).

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re enthusiastic about delivering top-notch respiratory care and making a difference, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating a brighter, healthier future for the children at Home of the Innocents.

Who We Are

Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville’s longest-serving non-profit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness.

We are a trauma-informed organization, prioritizing safety, recovery, and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion, excellence, empowerment, and wellness.

We are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community—expanding our programs and investing in our campus, including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex individuals.

• Our Impact
• 3,976 children and families served in 2025
• 22-acre campus located near downtown Louisville
• Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city
• 10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs, including:
• 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 Services

Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentucky’s only pediatric skilled nursing facility providing residential and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical needs.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help children thrive at Home of the Innocents!