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We are immediately hiring in Pawtucket, Rhode Island! Join us at Easterseals Rhode Island for a rewarding career as a Direct Support Professional - $20.00 Hourly
Mission: Easterseals Rhode Island's mission is to spread help, hope, and answers. www.Easterseals.com/rhodeisland
Easterseals Rhode Island operates programs that enable those with special needs to achieve equality, dignity, and independence in their own communities. It provides opportunities for people of all ages with a range of disabilities to achieve their full potential. From early intervention services to employment placement and community supports, we help children and adults with disabilities, caregivers, veterans, and seniors reach their fullest potential as they live, learn, work and play.
Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Location: Pawtucket, Rhode Island
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Per-Diem
Position Summary:
Easterseals Rhode Island provides services for individuals with IDD who are referred through the RI Bureau of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) and the Office of Rehabilitative Services (ORS). Each participant has a comprehensive Individual Service Plan (ISP), which outlines their specific goals for participation in job preparation, employment, and community integration. The Community Advocate delivers a range of hands-on supports to assist individuals with achieving the goals outlined in their ISP and maximizing opportunities for community infusion/natural supports. Must be willing to work flexible hours as needed and as determined by participant's schedules.
Essential Job Functions:
Experience and Education:
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
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$34k-37k (estimate)
04/12/2023
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