Direct Support Professional I

Seven Hills Foundation; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Seven Hills Rhode Island is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with varying disabilities in residential settings. You will promote independence, provide personal care, and help with daily living activities while engaging clients in meaningful community activities.

Benefits for full-time staff include health/dental insurance, paid vacation, and retirement options. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required; CPR/First Aid training is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Patience, consistency, and compassion essential.
• Must be able to work with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support household maintenance, laundry, meal prep, shopping, and budgeting.
• Provide transportation and accompany individuals to appointments.
• Administer medications per guidelines and document care.
• Participate in training and follow support plans.

Skills

Patience

Consistency

Compassion

Education

High school diploma/GED/HiSET

Tools

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

Direct Support Professional IPay: $21.00/hourSign-On Bonus: $1000Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am - 4pmAre 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