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The Groden Center·East Providence, Rhode Island
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Direct Support Professionals provide hands-on, person-centered care and supervision to male adult residents in a group home setting. They work as part of a team to implement behavioral interventions and assist with daily living activities.
✨Full-Time & Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) Opportunities Available in East Providence, RI!✨
**$1,000.00 Sign-on Bonus!! (Pro-rated for Part-Time)
Excellent opportunity to join our dedicated and compassionate team at Cove Residential to help make a real difference in the lives of adults with autism and other developmental disabilities! If you're a team player with a caring heart who's ready to be there to help, then we'd love to have you join our Cove Residential family!
Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help provide supervision and support to clients in our residential group home setting.
We offer ongoing education, experiences and a supportive staff that emphasizes the individual's role in making choices to give them greater control of the direction of their life.
You can be a part of a making a positive impact on their lives each day you come to work.
You would provide hands-on, person-centered individualized care and support for our residents.
DSPs/Residential Behavior Specialists work with a supportive team that includes the Residential Manager, Residential Assistant Manager, other DSPs and more to support up to six male adult residents in our home.
Monday 12: 00AM- 8:00AM Wednesday; 8:00AM- 4:00PM Saturday; 8:00AM- 4:00PM & 4:00PM- 10:00PM
Candidates must have at least one year of experience working with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities and possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. A valid driver's license for at least three years and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50 pounds are required.
Market context
Direct Support Professional roles in Rhode Island are commonly tied to ongoing demand in community-based disability services, where employers look for reliable staff who can support daily living and behavior needs. This role is competitive because it requires a high school diploma, at least one year of autism or developmental disabilities experience, a valid driver’s license, lifting ability, and clear English communication. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your experience matches the hands-on support and mobility expectations before applying.
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