Direct Support Professional - Second and Third Shift (Per Diem)
Job Description
Per Diem | Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)
All shifts available, with the greatest need for second shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), overnights (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM), and weekends.
Opportunities are available in Smithfield, Johnston, West Greenwich, and Providence, RI. Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? Do you value flexibility and a variety of work experiences? If so, Arbor Associates invites you to join our dedicated team. For nearly 40 years, Arbor Associates has been a trusted leader in Southern New England. We’re deeply committed to the communities we serve and provide meaningful opportunities for our staff to grow while making a real difference every day.
What You’ll Do:
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll play a key role in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, and mental health needs. You’ll help individuals build independence, develop life skills, and actively participate in their communities. Assignments are available in a variety of settings, including group homes, day programs, schools, and hospital environments. Hospital sitting shifts are also available, offering additional opportunities for those seeking flexible scheduling.
Hospital Shift Opportunities & Expectations:
We offer hospital sitting shifts on the second shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) and overnight (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM). These roles involve one-on-one supervision to ensure patient safety and support. Candidates must be comfortable adhering to hospital policies, including working without personal items (phones, books, etc.) and remaining fully attentive and engaged throughout the entire shift.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 6 months of experience in Direct Care or Human Services, or in roles like CNA, Residential Counselor, HHA, Mental Health Worker, Caregiver, PCA, or similar.
- CPR and First Aid Certification required.
- Reliable transportation (must be comfortable to travel within the surrounding towns in Rhode Island)
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as the role requires.
Meet Your Recruiter
Human Resources Manager
Judith Saraf joined Arbor in 2023 as the Human Resources Manager, responsible for overseeing HR functions and teams. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Plymouth State University and brings with her over 27 years of Human Resources related experience and knowledge working in the healthcare and hospitality fields. Judith has assisted companies streamline and implement HRIS systems, lead organizations through the shift to consumer driven health plans, executed talent management strategies including recruitment and retention initiatives and has many years of experience with internal employee and labor relations. She has a passion for employee engagement with creative programs and is one of many things she looks forward to bringing to the Arbor team. When not at work, she enjoys painting, and spending time with her husband and 3 sons. Judith also enjoys volunteering with “A Wish Come True” - a nonprofit that delivers wishes to critically ill children in Southeastern MA and Rhode Island.