Direct Support Professional

• DESE
  - MA Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education; helps individuals (ages 6-22); program nested within Family Support
• HBTS
  - Home-Based Therapeutic Services are intensive services that help families with children with moderate-severe behavioral health, developmental, or physical disabilities. RI only

Direct Support Professional

Location: Smithfield, RI

Job :811

# of Openings:0

Job #- 811

The Arc of Bristol County provides innovative services and programs that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives. Through advocacy, community partnerships, and exceptional support, we promote growth, inclusion, and innovation for people of all abilities.

• Voluntary Retirement 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• Pet Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement

• Voluntary Retirement 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
• Pet Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement

Direct Support Professionals provide direct assistance and support services to address the needs of individuals with disabilities. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) reports directly to and receives support and supervision from their supervisor.

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma required
• At least 18 years of age
• Two years' experience working with people with disabilities preferred
• Safe driving record, current driver's license, personal vehicle, and current motor vehicle liability insurance required
• Ability to successfully pass all background checks.

* Responsibilities are based upon the needs of the individual supported and may vary depending on their unique needs and goals*

• Supports individuals and, when appropriate, their families in identifying areas of need and goals that the individual wishes to achieve.
• Supports individuals in increasing and/or maintaining their everyday independence within their homes and communities.
• Supports individuals to participate in activities or events of their choice and to be active members in their communities; to overcome any identified barriers to being included in any chosen activity; and to develop healthy personal relationships.
• Assists individuals to further their social and communication skills.
• Provides a sounding board for the individual's day-to-day concerns, as well as encourages individuals to increase their own self-advocacy skills.
• Encourages individuals to understand and protect their Human Rights.
• Encourages and respects choice-making in all areas of life and, when needed informs individuals of the natural consequences of choices made.
• Supports individuals in achieving and maintaining their own personal safety and well-being.
• Provides transportation as needed.
• Completes needed documentation, including daily timesheet and corresponding progress note, in a timely manner.
• Participates in routine established for support and supervision with the direct supervisor.

* Benefits eligibility is based on full-time hours.

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands in order to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, and occasionally be required to lift/transfer up to 50/70 lbs.

alone or occasionally up to 200lbs with the assistance of other staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.