RI Community Support Professional-Respite

JOB TITLE: Community Support Professional Respite

DEPARTMENT: Community Living

SUPERVISORS TITLE: Community Living Director

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

JOB STATUS: Full-Time Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: Varies; hours may vary to accommodate needs of person served.

Summary:

Provide community-based respite support to individuals with extraordinary support needs. This role focuses on enhancing quality of life by promoting independence community participation and meaningful daily experiences while ensuring health safety and person-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver respite services in alignment with each individuals Individualized Support Plan (ISP)

Support individuals with daily living skills personal care and community integration

Foster independence self-advocacy and informed decision-making

Provide transportation to community activities appointments and services as needed

Monitor individual progress and communicate updates to the team

Complete accurate and timely documentation including service notes and medication records

Build and maintain positive relationships with individuals families and community partners

Support individuals in leisure recreational and social activities

Provide crisis intervention and emergency support when necessary

Qualifications & Skills:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to demonstrate empathy patience and professionalism

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Understanding of person-centered practices and advocacy

Ability to support individuals with diverse needs and abilities

Physical & Work Requirements:

Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends and holidays

Ability to work every other weekend

Ability to provide personal care (e.g. toileting bathing feeding) with dignity and respect

Ability to safely assist with transfers and mobility support

Frequent standing walking bending and lifting

Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations

May be required to provide support in other Community Living programs (e.g. Supported Living In-Home Services) as needed

Valid drivers license reliable transportation and proof of insurance

Certifications & Training Requirements:

CPR First Aid and Bloodborne Pathogens certification

Certified Restraint Training

Core A & B certification

Completion of required agency and regulatory trainings (e.g. Human Rights Safety Medication Administration)

Additional Information:

For more information please reach out to Chelsea Wild at

$350 Sign-on Bonus eligible position. Must be scheduled a minimum of 20 hours per week for the sign on bonus.

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Rauch is a Drug-Free Workplace an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a strong advocate of workforce diversity including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Education/Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. Experience in providing direct service to people with developmental disabilities or experience in a volunteer or teaching capacity with persons with developmental disabilities is desirable.