Direct Support Professional - Specialized IDD

West Bay RI•Johnston, RI

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals provide restorative and rehabilitative support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and co-occurring emotional or mental health needs in supportive, community-based settings. The role involves implementing individual behavioral health care plans and helping individuals build independence, emotional well-being, and community integration. Positions are available in Coventry, Johnston, and North Smithfield, Rhode Island, with full-time and part-time opportunities. Pay is $24.00–$25.00 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour weekend differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to two years of experience providing rehabilitative or behavioral support to individuals with I/DD and mental health needs.
Understanding of intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring emotional or mental health needs.
Ability to monitor and document progress and communicate clearly and professionally.
Positive, caring demeanor, role-modeling skills, and a strong sense of teamwork.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Ability to lift 25–50 pounds with assistance or lifting devices, and perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, pushing or pulling, and kneeling without restriction.

Nice To Haves

Current or previous Safety Care Certification.

Responsibilities

Deliver restorative and rehabilitative services based on individual behavioral health care plans.
Provide consistent, respectful, and motivational support and foster high-quality relationships.
Use crisis intervention skills and provide intensive support during challenging moments.
Collaborate with clinical staff to support daily routines and life skills, including nutritional guidance, employment and volunteer opportunities, social and relationship development, personal care and hygiene, and medication administration.
Monitor and document individuals’ progress and communicate it clearly and professionally.
Maintain a safe, healthy, and positive environment that promotes growth and autonomy.

Benefits

Full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week receive a benefits package that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO and PPO health insurance, Delta Dental, vision coverage, a Health Reimbursement Account, and agency-sponsored life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Tuition reimbursement up to $2,400 per year.
Employee Assistance Program.
Aflac insurance.
Pet insurance and identity theft insurance.
Vehicle repair discounts.
Career development opportunities.
Employee health and wellness events.
Employee discounts.
Part-time employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program, voluntary pet insurance and identity protection, career development and training opportunities, health and wellness events, and employee discounts.