Direct Care Professional

Devereux•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Care Professional works in Devereux’s residential treatment center in Scottsdale, Arizona, supporting children and adolescents ages 7 to 17 who experience serious emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. The center provides intensive, 24-hour support in a structured, therapeutic environment that combines clinical expertise with compassionate, trauma-informed care. Its services include dormitories, an accredited K–12 school, food services, 24/7 on-site nursing, and specialized therapy and clinical services. The role helps residents build life skills, independence, and confidence as part of a supportive team. Work includes implementing treatment plans, supporting personal care and medication needs, helping prevent and de-escalate crises, and facilitating activities that promote social skills and independence. Full-time and part-time schedules are available; weekend work is required for both.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older.
High school diploma or GED required.
Six weeks of behavioral health work experience required.
Ability to attend full-time new-hire orientation; orientation is paid.
Complete a drug test within 24 hours of offer with negative results.
Complete a pre-employment physical and Job Demand Assessment.
Valid Arizona Driver’s License and pass a DMV 36-month history check.
Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card with no restrictions, or eligibility to obtain one with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a relevant field.

Responsibilities

Support individuals with behavioral, emotional, and mental health needs.
Implement treatment plans and assist with crisis prevention and de-escalation.
Provide personal care, medication support, and transportation.
Encourage social skill development and independence.
Complete documentation and participate in team meetings.
Lead and support activities including art, music, sports, cooking, and life-skills training.

Benefits

Paid time off: 24 days per year, increasing with years of service.
Sick time: 64 hours per year.
ASCEND career accelerator program and tuition assistance.
Retirement plan.
eM Life mental health and work/life programs.
Service anniversary awards.
Free access to Payactiv to access a portion of earned wages between pay periods.
Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance, with a 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires.
Medical coverage includes telemedicine, prescription drugs, preventative care, and mental health services.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
Voluntary or employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance and work-life balance program.