Direct Support Professional / First Shift & Second Shift

A great job is looking for you

Want a good paying PT job, or a rewarding new career? Entry level starting at $20/hr. No experience? No problem; we will train. Help adults with disabilities live the life they dream of, while enjoying the ride along the way. Kind heart, creative mind, enthusiastic energy a must. Easy on-line application

Gateways to Change is a non-profit agency providing services to adults with developmental and physical disabilities in residential and community settings.

We are looking for a dedicated and committed Direct Support Workers who are striving to make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve. Help individuals acquire and maintain skills to improve their daily-living, and socialization skills.

• Provide In-Home and Community Based support to individuals
• Assist individuals with achieving a variety of goals in the home and local community
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, personal shopping, and recreation activities
• Assist in toileting, dressing, and hygiene
• Administration of medication
• Cultivate safe and supportive relationships
• Be creative, organized, and efficient
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and bring fun to the job
• Working independently and with staff

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid driver's license and existing insurance, registrations & inspection
• Must provide a criminal background check with no disqualifying offenses
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

BENEFITS:

We offer a competitive benefit packages for full-time & part time employees including:

• Competitive Salary
• Healthcare and dental insurance
• Vacation, Personal & Sick time off
• Weekend and holiday differential pay
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Tuition Stipend
• Mileage Reimbursement

Please come to our main office at 1060 Park Avenue, Cranston, Rhode Island or for your convenience you can start the application process by going to our website and fill out an application at:

https://www.gatewaystochange.org/be-the-change We are hiring for all shifts, part time, full time or sub positions.

These positions are located throughout Rhode Island.