Join Our Team

The Adult Services Program at UCPRI is currently hiring part-time Direct Service Professionals (DSP). The DSP plays a vital part in our agency mission. As a front-line staff person, you will be responsible for assisting the person to meet their individual needs and goals.

Direct Support Professional responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Assist clients with their activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, medication administration, housekeeping, and preparing and/or serving meals 

• Develop and assist with relationships within the community to establish social connections, community connections, and relationships 

• Ensure that the clients are receiving proper care by adhering to their individual plan of care 

• Assist with general health 

• Maintain a safe environment 

• Assist in developing and carrying out goals 

• Provide transportation as necessary 

• Follow UCPRI policies and procedures 

• Maintain certifications and trainings 

• Complete mandatory paperwork as required

Direct Support Professional requirements: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• High School Diploma/GED 

• A valid driver's license with an acceptable record 

• Reliable transportation and proof of vehicle insurance 

• Must pass background check 

• Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language 

All Direct Support Professionals will receive training on UCPRI medical policies and procedures as well as CPR and first aid training.

If you are a compassionate individual who is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our team of dedicated professionals and help us provide exceptional care to those in need. 

United Cerebral Palsy of Rhode Island (UCPRI) has an opportunity for you to positively impact a child’s life by helping them learn, grow, and achieve their potential.  

We are seeking kindhearted, reliable individuals to work in our Home-Based Therapeutic Services (HBTS) program as Behavior Specialists. Behavior Specialists support children with disabilities, working 1:1 with the child in their home and community. 

Shifts begin after school hours, between 2:30-4:30pm and are typically 3-4 hours long.

Behavior Specialist responsibilities:

• Implement the service plan developed by the clinical supervisor 

• Engage in community-based activities with the child such as trips to local playgrounds, libraries, or grocery stores 

• Coach child in safety and social skill development 

• Aid with self-help and self-care activities and personal hygiene routines 

• Duties will vary based upon needs of the child but may include engaging in activities such as play therapy and movement games to work on fine and gross motor skills and achieve growth goals  

• Provide guidance and redirection for clients with disabilities 

• Write organized daily communication logs 

• Record daily data collection to the client's daily goals/tasks written in the service plan 

• Communicate progress and/or status with the Clinical Supervisor and Treatment Coordinator 

Behavior Specialist requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age  

• High school diploma/GED  

• A valid driver's license with an acceptable record 

• Reliable transportation and proof of vehicle insurance 

• Must pass background check 

• Ability to communicate, read, write, and understand the English language 

All Behavior Specialists will receive CPR and first aid training. 

If you are a compassionate individual who is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our team of dedicated professionals and help us provide exceptional care to those in need. 

United Cerebral Palsy of Rhode Island (UCPRI) has an opportunity for you to positively impact a child’s life by helping them learn, grow, and achieve their potential.  

We are seeking kindhearted and reliable individuals to work as a Home-Based Clinical Supervisor who will provide support and direction to the Children and Family Services program, assisting children/adolescents with their therapeutic goals and objects as outlined in their individual treatment plans.

Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Completing initial assessments with children/families

• Developing treatment plans with families

• Providing child-specific training to direct support staff working in the home

• Supervise direct support staff and bachelor’s level coordinators

• Coaching parents using modeling and psycho-education

• Facilitating group treatments

• Collaborating with outside providers such as schools, hospitals, and other agencies

• Providing outpatient therapy

Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• A master’s level degree in human services/appropriate RI licensure (e.g. LCSW, LICSW, LMHC)

• Experience working with children and families

• Superb organization and advocacy skills

• Valid, current driver's license with an acceptable record

• Reliable transportation and proof of insurance

• Must meet all Rhode Island eligibility requirements for working with people with disabilities as set forth by the Attorney General’s Office of RI.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervising direct support staff and bachelor’s level coordinators.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you are a compassionate individual who is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our team of dedicated professionals and help us provide exceptional care to those in need.