What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at The Whitmarsh Corporation?
Do you have a passion to help others? Interested in becoming part of an amazing team that focuses on enriching the lives of adults with behavioral and developmental disabilities? Then this is an excellent opportunity for you!
Whitmarsh is a CARF-accredited agency that offers integrated Residential and Community-Based services for those over the age of 21 who are receiving services through Rhode Island’s Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals (BHDDH). Whitmarsh has a strong commitment to ensuring that those involved with BHDDH are given the best care possible through compassion, guidance, and opportunity. We encourage our residents to become involved in their community and encourage natural supports. Some of our residents are very involved in the Special Olympics and have amazing jobs within their community.
Whitmarsh is Hiring Part-Time or Full-Time Direct Support Professionals for the following shifts:
- 1st shift (8 am - 4 pm): Tuesdays and Thursdays,
- 2nd shift (4 pm - 12 am): Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
- Overnights (12 am - 8 am) : Wednesdays and Sundays
Staffing activities include, but are not limited to:
- Exploring activities and community opportunities that reflect the individual's interest and yearly ISP goals
- Assisting in nightly living and independent living skills
- Household management (cooking, cleaning, laundry)
- Medication assistance & management
- Behavioral management
- Problem-solving skills
- Social skills development
- Building and maintaining healthy friendships and relationships
- Educational advocacy
- Self-care training
- Community integration
- Employment Skills
- Transportation to and from appointments, activities, and special events
All applicants must:
- Have a High School Diploma/GED
- Have a valid driver's license and proof of Insurance
- 2 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional, Milieu Therapist, or Caregiver
- Undergo a BCI/Fingerprinting check
- Provide Motor Vehicle Report from Dept. of Motor Vehicles.
Additional Requirements:
- Knowledgeable with computers, Google platform, and navigating the internet.
- Must be available for Quarterly Agency-Wide Training, Bi-weekly staff meetings, and regular supervision meetings
- Complete all required Relias trainings and Crisis Prevention (CPI) annually and CPR/First Aid biannually.
The Whitmarsh Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20