What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Professionals - Lincoln House Residential position at NAFI Connecticut / Rhode Island / New York?
COME JOIN THE NAFI Rhode Island TEAM!
NAFI Connecticut | Rhode Island | New York is a dynamic multi-service agency at the forefront of youth and family support across Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York
NAFI Connecticut Inc. is a multi-service agency offering a wide range of residential, programming consultation, and personalized support to youth, families, and adults across Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island. With unique services designed for each state, we provide trauma-informed care and community-based youth programs in Connecticut, comprehensive family support and residential services for at-risk youth in New York, and targeted mental health services and crisis intervention in Rhode Island and so much more. Across all three states, our goal is to empower individuals and strengthen families.
NAFI Rhode Island is exploring candidates to join our team of professionals as a Direct Care Professional to join our Adult Residential Program in Smithfield, RI. This program offers support and treatment to six adult male residents facing mental health and/or behavioral challenges.
As a Direct Care Professional, you will oversee resident activities within the living environment, actively engages with residents, fosters interaction, and serves as a positive role model and supportive adult figure.
Responsibilities Include:
- Provide supervision and support to residents within the living environment
- Foster a positive and therapeutic rapport with residents
- Learn and implement individualized behavior support plans and interventions
- Monitor behavior changes and document observations
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care
- Assist with daily living activities and skill development
- Maintain a safe and structured living environment
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions as required
Our Exceptional Benefits:
- Generous paid time off
- 3-6 weeks’ vacation, 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays each year
Employee Health and Wellness:
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage
- (Reimbursements for fitness, weight loss, holistic health programs)
- No cost employee assistance program
- Voluntary employee focused wellness programs
Retirement and Financial Planning:
- Company matching 403b and no cost retirement consulting
- Company paid for life Insurance and long-term disability
- Public service loan forgiveness
- Insurance including accident, hospital indemnity, supplemental Life
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement: Includes licensure fees, professional memberships
…and much much more!
Desired Qualifications:
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Valid driver's license required
- High School Diploma/GED or better
- Experienced in areas such as human services/social work or behavioral health setting preferred not required
Hourly Rate: $18.50 / per hour
Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement
- NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply.
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