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Direct Support Professional I - Respite

Part-time

Seven Hills Foundation

Scituate, RIPart-time$19/hrPosted 2y agoChecked 2w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19/hr
Location
Scituate, RI
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Good Driving RecordValid Driver’s License

Job overview

Seven Hills Foundation is hiring a Direct Support Professional I - Respite. The Respite worker provides families of children with special health care needs a relief from their responsibilities by providing one‑to‑one direct care for their child within or outside the home, implementing safety and service plans, and reviewing them as needed.

Key focus areas include Provide on‑call safe one‑to‑one direct care per the plan for children with special health care needs as directed by parents/caretakers., Provide socialization opportunities within home and/or outside of home when appropriate., and Perform all necessary self‑care tasks as needed by the individual supported..

Important skills include Minimal Supervision.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Minimal Supervision

Qualifications

Must Be 18+High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver’s LicenseGood Driving Record

Full job description

Overview

 

Up to $1000 New Hire Sign-on Bonus

Rate of pay:  $19.00 per hour

 

The Respite worker provides families of children with special health care needs a relief from their responsibilities by providing one to one direct care for their child within or outside the home by implementing a safety and service plan. All duties will vary depending on the specific needs of each child.   Parent/caretaker will provide all training specific to their child. Safety plan must be reviewed and implemented when necessary. Seven Hills has opportunities for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as for college students, stay-at-home moms and dads, paraprofessionals, or teachers looking for a part time opportunity.  Seven Hills is a growing nonprofit of 4,500 dedicated professionals that celebrate diversity and inclusion.   We also provide the stability of being considered essential workers for those Ready to Work.  We hope you consider joining our team today!

Responsibilities

  • Provide ON CALL safe one to one direct care per the plan for children with special health care needs as directed by parents/caretakers.

  • Provide socialization opportunities within home and/or outside of home when appropriate.

  • Perform all necessary self-care tasks as needed by the individual supported.

  • Provide transportation to and from all social activities only as approved by parent/caretaker.

  • Provide required documentation to coordinator in a timely manner

Qualifications

  • 18+ years old

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • Valid Driver’s License & Good Driving Record

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Per State regulations, qualifications determined by individual family

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