Direct Support Professional: In-Home & Community Care

Gateways to Change, Inc.; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Healthcare and dental insurance

Vacation, Personal & Sick time off

Weekend and holiday differential pay

401K

Life insurance

Tuition Stipend

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Gateways to Change, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Workers to provide in-home and community-based support to adults with developmental and physical disabilities in Rhode Island. You will help individuals develop daily living and social skills, assist with transportation, personal care, and medication administration.

This role offers part-time or full-time positions across Rhode Island, with competitive benefits and opportunities to grow in a caring nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver''s license and insurance, registrations & inspection.
• Background check with no disqualifying offenses.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide In-Home and Community Based support to individuals.
• Assist individuals with achieving a variety of goals in the home and local community.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, personal shopping, and recreation activities.
• Assist in toileting, dressing, and hygiene.
• Administration of medication (as directed).
• Cultivate safe and supportive relationships.
• Be creative, organized, and efficient.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and bring fun to the job.
• Working independently and with staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Job description

Gateways to Change, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Workers to provide in-home and community-based support to adults with developmental and physical disabilities in Rhode Island. You will help individuals develop daily living and social skills, assist with transportation, personal care, and medication administration.

This role offers part-time or full-time positions across Rhode Island, with competitive benefits and opportunities to grow in a caring nonprofit environment.