Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Daytime Community Support

Direct Support Professional (DSP)•Daytime Community Support ($26•28/hr) One-to-One Support |

Consistent Daytime Shifts Location:

Private home & community settings (Providence, RI)

Job Type:

Part-time , hourly

Pay:

$26•28 per hour , based on DSP experience and responsibilities

Schedule:

Daytime and early evening hours , 7:00 AM•7:30PM, seven days a week

Primary Shift Options:

7:00AM-3:30PM (8.5-hour shift) 3:30 PM•7:30 PM (4-hour shift) 1PM-7:30 PM (6.5-hour shift)

Commitment:

Minimum of 1-2 shifts per week

Start Date:

Flexible About the Role We are seeking a reliable, experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide one-to-one support to our adult son in a private home and community-based setting . Our son is fun-loving, socially interactive, and non-verbal . He communicates through gestures and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and enjoys being active in the community. We are developing a consistent daily routine that includes community outings, volunteer opportunities, and structured activities , such as trips to the park, volunteering at a local food pantry, growing plants, arts and crafts, etc. This role is ideal for DSPs who value person-centered support , active engagement, and relationship-based work—not passive supervision. Responsibilities Provide one-to-one direct support in home and community settings Support functional communication using gestures and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) Facilitate community integration , outings, and volunteer activities Encourage engagement, independence, and choice Follow established routines, safety plans, and support guidelines Observe, document, and communicate relevant information to the family Qualifications Experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) or similar role preferred Experience supporting individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities Comfortable working with a non-verbal individual Dependable, patient, and engaged Interest in consistent, longer-term part-time work Ability to pass required background checks Additional Information Selected candidates may be invited to participate in a paid trial shift prior to final hiring. Experience supporting non-verbal individuals using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), functional communication strategies, and community-based supports is especially appreciated. How to Apply Please submit a brief introduction and your resume (if available). We welcome DSPs who are seeking meaningful, well-structured part-time work and enjoy supporting an active, community-focused daily routine.

Pay:

$26.00•$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement Paid training

Work Location:

In person