Devereux Children Services: Walk-In Wednesday

Devereux•West Chester, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Devereux Children’s Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support children, adolescents, and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral, emotional, or psychiatric challenges. The role involves maintaining individuals’ safety and well-being, supporting daily living and social activities, redirecting inappropriate behaviors through supportive communication, and implementing individualized treatment plan goals in collaboration with the clinical team. Available shifts are 7 a.m.–3 p.m., 2 p.m.–10 p.m., and 10 p.m.–8 a.m. The schedule includes one scheduled weekday off and one scheduled weekend day. PRN on-call/as-needed work is also available. Compensation is $17.50–$23.05 per hour based on experience and education, with a $2-per-hour shift differential from 2 p.m.–11 p.m. A sign-on bonus is offered: $1,000 for full-time and $500 for part-time employees. The position offers paid training, professional development, the ASCEND Career Accelerator Program, and opportunities to learn and grow in behavioral health and human services. The work takes place in a supportive, fast-paced environment where employees can participate in treatment planning. Benefits eligibility begins after 30 days of employment, effective on the first day of the first pay period after 30 days.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work.
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age.
Education evaluation is required if the candidate’s education was acquired outside the United States.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with children in behavioral health is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise individuals in care and maintain their safety and well-being at all times.
Participate in daily activities of daily living (ADLs), recreational activities, and social activities to encourage growth, confidence, and independence.
Address and appropriately redirect inappropriate behaviors, reinforcing positive actions through supportive communication.
Implement individualized treatment plan goals and objectives in collaboration with the clinical team.

Benefits

Paid training and professional development.
ASCEND Career Accelerator Program.
Medical coverage, including telemedicine, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services for eligible employees.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
Generous paid time off that begins accruing on the first day of employment.
403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
Voluntary or employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance and work-life balance program.
Sign-on bonus: $1,000 for full-time employees or $500 for part-time employees.
Shift differential of $2 per hour from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.