November 5, 2024

The Whitmarsh Corporation

Providence

FULL TIME & PART TIME

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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 Direct Support Professionals for the following shifts:

Tuesday, Thursday, and one other day (TBD): 8am - 4pm
Thursday - Saturday: 12am - 8am

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 year's 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: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week
Benefits: