The Groden Center

The Groden Center, operating within the Law Enforcement industry, is currently seeking qualified professionals to join their team. The company has a workforce of 51-200 employees and is currently hiring for three open positions. The Groden Center is actively recruiting for the following roles: * **Direct Support Professional - Cove Center:** This on-site position involves planning and implementing behavioral and skill area program plans within a residential program setting. Responsibilities include employing physical intervention as necessary, promoting health and safety, encouraging skill development and independence, data collection, report writing and analysis, and household upkeep. 1st and 2nd shift schedules are available. A high school diploma is required, along with 2+ years of professional experience with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. First Aid/CPR is preferred, and candidates must be able to perform emergency restraint procedures and possess a valid driver’s license with an insured auto. * **Special Education Teacher:** The Groden Center is offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for this on-site position. The Special Education Teacher will coordinate student programs, plan goals, design instructional programs, and schedule and monitor programs. They will also complete and monitor the completion of documents, and effectively arrange the physical environment to foster maximum learning. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in special education or a related field (Master's preferred) and RI Department of Education certification in Severe/Profound Special Education. One year of experience as a special education teacher is preferred. A valid driver’s license and insured auto are required. * **Residential Direct Support Professional- North Smithfield:** This on-site part-time role at the Cove Center offers an excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include providing supervision to clients in a group home setting. The role involves working with a team, including the Residential Manager. A high school diploma is required, along with intermediate computer skills. Applicants must have a valid driver's license in good standing for at least three years and possess an insured auto. A minimum of 3+ years of experience working with individuals who have autism and developmental disabilities is also required. Part-time 1st and 2nd shifts are available, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The Groden Center job postings mention these technical skills and areas of expertise: * **Direct Support Professional:** Behavioral Planning, Skill Development, Data Collection, Report Writing, Emergency Restraint Procedures, Health and Safety Promotion, Independence Encouragement, Household Upkeep * **Special Education Teacher:** Special Education, Behavior Management, Applied Behavior Analysis, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Instructional Planning, Team Leadership, Student Program Coordination * **Residential Direct Support Professional- North Smithfield:** Direct Support, Behavior Management, Supervision, Teamwork, Communication, Problem Solving, Autism Support, Developmental Disabilities, Computer Skills, First Aid, CPR Training, Education, Experience, Client Care, Decision Making, Time Management The Groden Center offers on-site work arrangements for all current openings. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at The Groden Center and applying for these positions: 1. **What benefits does The Groden Center offer?** The Groden Network provides premier medical coverage, a fully paid dental plan for the individual option, vision plan, 401k with partial matching, free long-term disability insurance and life insurance, generous earned time off days, paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and Aflac. 2. **What are the required qualifications for the Direct Support Professional - Cove Center position?** A high school diploma, 2+ years of professional experience with individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, the ability to perform emergency restraint procedures, and a valid driver’s license with an insured auto are required. 3. **What are the requirements for the Special Education Teacher role?** A Bachelor's degree in special education or a related field (Master's preferred), RI Department of Education certification in Severe/Profound Special Education, and a valid driver’s license with an insured auto are required. One year of special education experience is preferred. 4. **Is there a sign-on bonus for any of the current openings?** Yes, a $5,000 sign-on bonus is being offered for the Special Education Teacher position, and a $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered for the Residential Direct Support Professional- North Smithfield position. 5. **Are there advancement opportunities available at The Groden Center?** Yes, The Groden Network offers extensive new employee orientation, ongoing "in-house" training in a wide array of topic areas, access to professional trainings offered throughout the year, and Behavior Management and First Aid/CPR training. 6. **What shifts are available for the Direct Support Professional - Cove Center position?** Both 1st and 2nd shifts are available. 7. **What experience is required for the Residential Direct Support Professional- North Smithfield position?** A minimum of 3+ years of experience working with individuals who have autism and developmental disabilities is required.