Direct Support Professional - Specialized IDD

Direct Support Professionals - Specialized Supports

Location:

Coventry & Johnston, RI
Pay: $22.50-$23.50/hour
Weekend Differential: +$1.00/hour

Schedule:

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Make a Real Impact Every Day

Join a mission-driven team delivering restorative care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in supportive, community-based settings. As a Restorative Support Professional, you will play a critical role in implementing behavioral health care plans and supporting individuals in achieving greater independence, emotional well‑being, and community integration.

• Deliver restorative and rehabilitative services based on individual behavioral health care plans.
• Provide motivational, consistent, and respectful support to foster high-quality relationships.
• Use crisis intervention skills and offer intensive support during challenging moments.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to enhance individuals’ daily routines and life skills, including: nutritional guidance, employment and volunteer opportunities, social and relationship development, personal care and hygiene, medication administration.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and positive environment that promotes growth and autonomy.

• Deep understanding of intellectual/developmental disabilities and co-occurring emotional/mental health needs.
• Skilled in monitoring, documenting, and communicating progress clearly and professionally.
• A natural role model with a positive, caring demeanor and a strong sense of teamwork.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience:
  
  1-2 years of experience providing rehabilitative or behavioral support to individuals with I/DD and mental health needs.
  • Safety Care Certification preferred (current or previous).
• Licensure:
  Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to lift 25-50 lbs. (with assistance or lifting devices) and perform physical tasks such as bending, squatting, pushing/pulling, or kneeling without restriction.

• Platinum Benefits Package (Up to $20K value):
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance (HMO & PPO options)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Delta Dental & Vision Insurance
• Agency-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement (Up to $2,400/year)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Aflac:
  Accident, Cancer, Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance & Identity Theft Protection
• Career Development Programs
• Health & Wellness Events
• Employee Discounts

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Pet Insurance & Identity Protection
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Health & Wellness Events
• Employee Discounts

Locations:
Coventry & Johnston, RI

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