Direct Care Professional (YDP)
About The Position
Do work that matters and still have time for the life you love. At Hillcrest Educational Centers , we believe meaningful work and a healthy life outside of work should go hand in hand. If youre looking for a career where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people while also having time for your family, school, hobbies, and personal goals, wed love to meet you. Every day, our team supports children and adolescents with unique behavioral, health, and learning needs. As a Direct Care Professional (Youth Development Professional) , youll help create a safe and supportive environment where students can grow, make better choices, and build the skills they need for the future. This isnt just a job. Its a chance to be a positive role model, a mentor, and part of a team that truly cares about the students we serve. Part-time or Full-time positions are AVAILABLE! Pay Range : $22.00 - $25.25/hr + additional $0.50/hr, $0.82/hr, $2.50/hr or $2.75/hr ! This means many employees earn well above the base rate , making this a strong opportunity for those looking for meaningful work with competitive pay ! We Invest in You When you join Hillcrest, youre not just filling a position. Youre building a career. Paid training so you feel confident and supported Opportunities to grow into new roles and advance your career Tuition reimbursement and student loan pay down programs A supportive team that wants to see you succeed Benefits That Support Your Life Health, dental, and vision insurance Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, personal time, and floating holidays Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching Child care assistance Wellness program Employee Assistance Program through Berkshire Health Systems 40 percent off gym membership at Bousquet Sport for full-time employees Transportation program available at the Great Barrington location What Youll Do Youll help ensure the safety and well-being of the students in your care while guiding them toward positive choices and stronger decision-making skills. Youll work alongside teachers, clinicians, and other professionals as part of a supportive treatment team focused on helping each student succeed. HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL CENTERS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree.
- Experience in the field required.
Responsibilities
- Youll help ensure the safety and well-being of the students in your care while guiding them toward positive choices and stronger decision-making skills.
- Youll work alongside teachers, clinicians, and other professionals as part of a supportive treatment team focused on helping each student succeed.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, personal time, and floating holidays
- Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
- Child care assistance
- Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program through Berkshire Health Systems
- 40 percent off gym membership at Bousquet Sport for full-time employees
- Transportation program available at the Great Barrington location
- Paid training so you feel confident and supported
- Opportunities to grow into new roles and advance your career
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan pay down programs
- A supportive team that wants to see you succeed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
