Direct Support Professional - Specialized IDD

Direct Support Professional - Specialized IDD

Location: Coventry & Johnston, RI Pay: $24.00-$25.00/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.

What You'll Do

• 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.

Who You Are (Required Skills & Qualifications)

• 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

What We Offer You

Full-Time Employees (30+ hours/week):

• 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

Part-Time:

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

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join a compassionate, professional team committed to improving lives through restorative supports and behavioral care. Whether you're looking to grow your career or deepen your impact, this is meaningful work that matters.

Locations: Coventry & Johnston, RI

Apply Today. Begin Your Purpose-Driven Career.

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