Direct Support Professional

The Fedcap Group; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

Paid time off (Vacation, Sick Floating

Retirement plan 403(b)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Commuter Benefits

Life/Accident insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job summary

The Fedcap Group, through Easterseals Rhode Island, seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with IDD in achieving ISP goals and community integration. You will support daily living, advocate for rights, and promote independence within flexible hours based on participant schedules.

Your responsibilities include implementing ISP/work plans, community connection, safety and confidentiality, crisis intervention, and collaboration with supervisors and coworkers to ensure

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, behavior management, medication administration, and driving training may be required.
• Must possess a safe, reliable, registered vehicle for transporting individuals.
• High school diploma required; related degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor ISP and employment plans, including training and job placement.
• Support community integration and access to resources.
• Teach socialization and activities of daily living.
• Administer and document medications as prescribed.
• Document progress notes and ISP documentation.
• Transport individuals to activities and job development events.
• Attend ISP meetings and supervision with a person-centered approach.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety training as needed.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Behavior management

Medication administration

Driving

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field

1–2 years related experience/training

Job description

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional you will deliver a range of hands‑on supports to assist individuals with achieving the goals outlined in their ISP and maximizing opportunities for community infusion and natural supports. You must be willing to work flexible hours as needed and as determined by participants' schedules. You will attend to the daily needs of individuals on an individual basis, foster increased independence and self‑determination through a person‑centered approach, advocate for the rights and equality of participants, and assist with self‑advocacy, community integration, and establishing natural supports within their community.

Job Description

As a Direct Support Professional your responsibilities and duties will include working closely with individuals with IDD to support their independent living and community participation goals.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Implement and monitor participant ISP and employment plans, including work readiness training, job preparation counseling, external education, vocational training referrals, and job placement.
• Provide support in community settings and connect participants to community resources and members to facilitate integration.
• Teach socialization skills and activities of daily living including self‑awareness, human development, menu planning, money management, transportation orientation, individual life skills, and community resource utilization.
• Administer and document individual medications as prescribed by a physician in accordance with agency and program procedures.
• Record and appropriately utilize necessary data, daily progress notes, and complete all ISP and program‑required documentation before the end of shift.
• Transport individuals to and from community activities, job development activities, and other required events.
• Provide opportunities for leisure time activities and foster independence in the selection and participation of those activities.
• Create a supportive environment that allows participants to determine personal preferences for daily schedules and routines.
• Maintain confidentiality of participant information in compliance with policies, procedures, and HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of ongoing program issues, developments, and inform the supervisor of concerns.
• Execute duties while reflecting reasonable safety standards, using universal and standard precautions, and obtaining relevant training.
• Participate in core training and maintain certification of required training, such as CPR, First Aid, MAP, and Crisis Prevention Intervention.
• Provide crisis intervention and access emergency services as needed.
• Attend and actively participate in ISP meetings, supervision, and staff meetings, ensuring a person‑centered approach.
• Ensure that participants are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with ESRI's Human Rights Policy.
• Implement programs for participants, including physical activity such as lifting, running, and swimming.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and function as an ambassador for Easterseals Rhode Island, acting as an intermediary between employers, co‑workers, and participants, and providing follow‑up to employers via phone or visits.
• Teach individuals how to prepare for the workforce, such as resume writing, cover letter creation, and mock interviews.

You're a Great Fit for This Role If You Have:

• High School diploma required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related fields (psychology, vocational rehabilitation, occupational rehabilitation) from an accredited institution is preferred, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of successfully working in a community setting with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Must possess a safe, reliable, registered, insured, and inspected vehicle to transport individuals as needed during assigned shift(s).
• Must be able to demonstrate competence in varied areas of training identified by ESRI, such as CPR, First Aid, behavior management, medication administration, and driving.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation
  • $21.12 hourly
• Benefits
  • Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid time off (Vacation, Sick Floating)
  • Retirement plan 403(b)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Life/Accident insurance
  • Long‑term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Who We Are

Easterseals Rhode Island provides services for individuals with IDD who are referred through the RI Bureau of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) and the Office of Rehabilitative Services (ORS). Each participant has a comprehensive Individual Service Plan (ISP), which outlines specific goals for participation in job preparation, employment, and community integration.

The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.