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Bridges, Inc.
Location: Jamestown, RI 02835 Document ID: A4272-1917 Posted on: 2010-08-0808/08/2010 Job Type: RegularJob Schedule:Full-time
Part-time
Minimum Education: Not Specified2010-09-07
Direct Support Professional
This is a unique opportunity for creative, caring and committed people. Join our goal oriented team that really makes a commitment to improving the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. Provide direct support services one on one. Help people develop daily living and work skills. Assist people in the community, at their jobs or at home. This is fun, rewarding and challenging work. No direct experience is necessary. We offer outstanding training and you can gain experience in the fields of Social Work, Psychology, Education and Recreation.
Bridges, Inc. is a human services agency which provides support services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to work in collaboration with individuals we support toward a life of opportunity, enrichment, contribution and purpose.. In a way we are life coaches, helping people develop skills and abilities: helping wherever and whenever we are needed.
Job Description
Flexible schedule with full time, part time and fill in available. Locations throughout the southern part of the state of RI. Casual dress, relaxed surroundings, company events. Part time benefits include earned time off, flex spending account and employment referral bonus. Full time benefits include those previously mentioned, education leave, health and dental benefits with very low co-pays, life insurance, pension plan, tax sheltered annuity.
High School diploma or equivalent is acceptable. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Driving a minimum of two years with a valid driver's license is required. The driving record should be excellent. You should enjoy interacting with and motivating people, have good communication skills and a positive attitude. Be able to work in a tight team atmosphere and have good math and writing skills. You must be reliable responsible and willing to learn and have fun.





