DSP / Direct Support Professional

Northeast Family Services; Lincoln (RI); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Northeast Family Services in Rhode Island is seeking experienced Direct Support Professionals to work with children, teens, and young adults with developmental, social, and emotional needs in homes and the community. Immediate openings exist in HBTS ABA and PASS programs; part-time hours range from 6 to 20 per week, with after-school, evening, and weekend shifts.

We are willing to train the right candidate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of supervised experience working with children, or an Associate’s Degree in Human Services.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
• Access to secured high-speed internet required.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with individuals from ages 3‑21 with special needs.
• Implementing behavior plans and programs developed by the clinical supervisor.
• Teaching, role‑modeling, and implementing treatment interventions and strategies.
• Collecting daily data.
• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with clients, families, and the clinical team.

Skills

English literacy

Bi-lingual encouraged

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s Degree in Human Services

Job description

Summer Fun Fridays at Northeast Family Services

We close at 12:30pm every Friday from Memorial Day through Labor Day—giving our team more time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the summer sunshine!

Ready for a summer schedule that works for you? We are looking for dedicated mental‑health professionals to join our rapidly growing, well‑regarded organization. Don’t miss this opportunity to help children, adults, and families thrive.

Northeast Family Services is seeking experienced Direct Support Professionals to work directly with children, teens, and young adults ages 3‑21 with developmental, social, and emotional needs in their homes and the community.

Immediate openings are available in our Home‑Based Therapeutic Services (HBTS) Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Personal Assistance Services and Supports (PASS) programs.

Part‑time positions (6–20 hours) include after‑school, evening, and weekend hours.

Responsibilities For DSP Position

• Working directly with individuals from ages 3‑21 with special needs
• Implementing behavior plans and programs developed by the clinical supervisor
• Teaching, role‑modeling, and implementing treatment interventions and strategies
• Collecting daily data
• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with clients, families, and the clinical team

DSP Qualifications / Experience

• 19 years of age (HBTS & ABA) or 18 years of age (PASS)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to pass clearances (DCYF, BCI, Driving Record)
• Valid car insurance and registration
• One year of supervised experience working with children, or an Associate’s Degree in Human Services (e.g., psychology, counseling, child development, education, nursing), or proven competency with children with special health‑care needs (as evidenced by provider agency’s skills validation)
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Bi‑lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate. Please send a resume for consideration.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
• Access to secured high‑speed internet required.

Compensation

• The Direct Support Professional is an hourly position
• $16.00 to $22.00 per hour based on program, education, and experience
• Up to $500 Sign‑on Bonus after 120 days