Direct Support Professional I - Child Care Specialist

Seven Hills Foundation•Barre, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Stetson School is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (Child Care Specialists). In this role, you’ll work directly with youth in a residential setting, helping to create a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where they can grow, heal, and succeed. If you’re someone who leads with patience, consistency, and empathy—and can stay calm when things get a little chaotic (because they sometimes do)—you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, HiSET, or equivalent required
Valid driver’s license (Class C or D) required
0–3 years of related experience (human services, internships, or volunteer work accepted)

Responsibilities

Provide Direct Care & Support: Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of students at all times. Build positive, professional relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Teach and reinforce healthy behaviors, hygiene, and life skills. Support a trauma-informed treatment approach (ACORN model).
Maintain Structure & Routine: Supervise students with constant visual and auditory awareness. Facilitate daily schedules, activities, and transitions. Conduct routine room checks and safety monitoring. Transport students to appointments and activities as needed.
Behavioral Support: Respond to behaviors using CPI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention) techniques. Use de-escalation strategies and, when necessary, approved physical interventions. Promote positive behavior, self-regulation, and social development.
Engage & Mentor: Lead and participate in recreational and skill-building activities. Serve as a role model for appropriate social interactions. Support students in family connections and communication.
Documentation & Communication: Complete shift notes, reports, and required documentation accurately and on time. Communicate incidents, concerns, and updates to supervisors.
Health & Safety: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment. Support students with daily living tasks and housekeeping. Respond appropriately to illness, injury, or emergencies.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
Vacation Cash-Out Option
3 Paid Personal Days
11 Paid Holidays
Accrued Paid Sick Time
Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)
Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!