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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Justice Resource Institute

Warwick, Rhode Island

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Coaching, Communication Skills, Driver's License, English Language, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Mentoring, Multilingual, Nursing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional License, Recreation, Registered Nurse (RN), Reimbursement, Safety/Work Safety, Sports, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Warwick, Rhode Island
POSTED
30+ days ago

Who We Are Looking For: 
  
Are you passionate about social justice and ready to make a difference in the lives of the men who live with challenging multiple diagnoses? As a Direct Support Professional, you will teach life skills and assist individuals to succeed as members of their communities! The ideal candidate will be adaptable and compassionate in all situations. 
  
Supports To Empower People (STEP) provides comprehensive, community and residential services to adult men who have intellectual/developmental disabilities (ID/DD) as well as significant behavioral and mental health concerns. The principles of Dialectical Behavioral Treatment (DBT) are adapted for the individual and integrated into all aspects of supports. STEP provides empowering assistance in therapeutically receptive environments which allows participants to embark upon the clinical challenges encountered and to safely explore and pursue their dreams. 
  
We are focused on creating a healthy environment for new staff to thrive. We offer extensive training and career development opportunities to help our staff achieve their professional and personal goals! 
  
Schedule: Looking for Full-Time, Part-Time, and Relief staff. 1st and 2nd shifts available and all staff must work weekends. Full-Time staff work a minimum of 2 weekend shifts and Part-Time staff work a minimum of 1 weekend shift. 
 

Compensation 

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $25.00 per hour. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications.  This range may be modified in the future.  

  
Due to the nature of our work and the youth who are depending on us, there are times where overtime may be mandated. 
  
What You’ll Do: 
 
  • Coach, advocate, mentor, and teach in a caring, adaptable, and respectful manner.
  • Work as a member of a strong committed team, within the men’s homes.
  • Provide empowering support, enable fuller lives to explore & pursue personal dreams in a safe and healthy manner.
  • Implement all Individual Support Plans, Behavior Plans, and Nursing Care plans as well as document progress and concerns toward these goals.
  • Support the individuals enjoy their interests: employment, volunteering, sports, recreation, as well as households, family and friends.

Why JRI?  

  • Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact. 
  • We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve our clients!
  • Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more! 
  • Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits. 
  • Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment. 
  • Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities! 
  • Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program. 
  • Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!
Requirements: 
 
  • Must be 21 years or older.
  • High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
  • Valid Driver’s License with access to an insured, registered and inspected vehicle.
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills are a must.
  • All schedules include weekend hours and meeting on Thursdays.
  • Must have a positive and supportive approach, critical thinking skills and ability to think “outside the box”.
  • Must have the willingness and desire to provide services above and beyond “the norm”.
  • Must be adaptable and compassionate to what the men we support need in any given moment.
  • Background and driving record checks will be performed.
At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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About the Company

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Justice Resource Institute

JRI is a leader in social justice, with over 100 diverse programs meeting the needs of underserved individuals, families and communities. We are committed to excellence, delivering targeted services that support the dignity of each person. JRI has initiated programs and developed models that have set trends and shaped systems. JRI does not grow through serially developing similar programs; instead, we operate a few exemplary programs of each model. Our work has compelled the development of more improved, more effective, easily workable, and solidly replicable models. In addition, we have increased the diversity and stability of our agency through merger, acquisition and partnerships that further our community goals and strengthen our services. JRI employs over 2,600 employees who are recognized for their outstanding professional skills, compassion and leadership. JRI recognizes that knowledgeable, well-skilled staff are essential to the high-quality programs and ensuring effective client outcomes. JRI values staff as a critical resource through compensation packages and career development that includes new benefit offerings, ongoing growth opportunities, leadership development, and training access.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
FOUNDED
1973
WEBSITE
http://jri.org/

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