Direct Care Staff - Part Time, Residential

Direct Care Staff - Part Time, Residential

Employer:

Family Service of Rhode Island
Providence, RI 02940
Contact:
Genesis Fuentes
Phone:
Email:
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FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary:

To provide guidance and supervision of children/adolescents in a residential setting. To assist each resident to make decisions about daily life, conduct and discipline within the boundaries of Agency policy and the requirements of the contractual agreement with the Department of Children, Youth and Family. To provide an environment that promotes the physical and mental well-being of each child. Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) in the milieu setting.

FSRI is looking for people who are empathetic, good listeners, enjoy working with youth, and see hope for the future for everyone no matter what barriers or struggles a person has faced. We work 24/7 and need applicants who are willing and capable to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as scheduled. Candidates can have a variety of educational, work, and personal experience which may make them good candidates.

Some backgrounds include previous residential work experience, obtaining Bachelors or similar in psychology, social work, or related fields. Staff who do not have Bachelors degrees but who have experience as Community Health Workers, childcare workers, or personal experience are also considered. Staff must have knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic issues. The position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, registration, inspection and driving record.

In addition, the reliable transportation must have a minimum of three seats in addition to the driver’s seat. Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6% above base pay. Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8% above base pay.

• Travel to and from community locations and residential site locations, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Ability to push or pull 10 lbs or more.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to perform restraint techniques if needed and deal with physically aggressive people.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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There is 1 position available at this time.

Wednesday, June 03, 2026 through Monday, August 03, 2026