Direct Support Professional I

Paycom - ATS; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Seven Hills Rhode Island is hiring Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with disabilities in residential homes. You will help with daily living activities, promote independence, and ensure safety and well-being in the community.

Role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license. On-the-job CPR/First Aid training is provided, with a focus on respect, dignity, and teamwork within a multidisciplinary care team.

Qualifications

• Patience, consistency, and compassion help support individuals with varying disabilities.
• CPR/First Aid training is provided during onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Provide transportation and accompany individuals on appointments.
• Administer medications following guidelines.
• Document care and progress within the team.

Skills

patience

consistency

compassion

Education

High School Diploma / GED / HiSET

Job description

Direct Support Professional IPay: $21.00/hoursign-on bonus: $1,000 (50% paid at 6 months and 50% paid at 12 months)Schedule: Sunday 9am - 9pm, Monday 3pm - 9pm, Tuesday 3pm - 10pm, Thursday 3pm - 10pm, Saturday 3pm - 10pmAre you looking to make a difference and promote healthy and happy lives? Do you have a passion for working with individuals with disabilities and significant life challenges helping them to achieve their fullest potential? If so, consider joining us at Seven Hills Rhode Island where our CORE VALUES include Respect & Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Service to Others.Direct Support Professionals provide assistance to adults with varying disabilities living in one of our residential homes in the community. In this role you will offer each person the maximum level of independence while ensuring that they are living a safe, healthy, and fulfilled life. Community memberships through personal interests and beliefs are encouraged. This position supports continued development of skills and abilities while respecting and celebrating the individuals’ culture, talents, and contributions. The goal is to provide each individual with a comfortable, safe home, keeping them closely connected to family members, friends, and their community.Benefits for Full-Time Employees:Health and Dental Insurance: With generous company contributionGenerous Accrued Paid VacationVacation Cash-Out OptionPaid Personal Days, Holidays and Sick TimeEnhanced Retirement Plan: With generous Employer matchStudent Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contributionTuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework*Benefits are based on position and scheduled hoursWhat You'll Do:Direct Support Professionals are responsible for providing day-to-day services to our program participants. This includes assisting and teaching individuals with personal care and activities of daily living, so individuals always look and feel their best. In this position, you may also provide assistance and teach individuals with household maintenance, laundry, meal preparation, shopping, and budgeting while continually promoting independence. Direct Support Professionals may provide transportation and accompany individuals on appointments, using personal and agency vehicles. Administering medications in accordance with residential guidelines is also required. This position works within a multidisciplinary team following all support plans, including behavior plans, and is responsible for accurate documentation.Direct Support Professionals are provided a paid New Employee Orientation and receive training on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration. Comprehensive program-specific training at the work site is also provided.Why Join Us?At Seven Hills Foundation, your work can have a lasting impact. If you’re ready for a hands-on role where patience, consistency, and compassion can change a young person’s day—and sometimes their future—apply today!High school diploma/GED/HiSET requiredStandard driver’s license – class C or class D