Direct Support Professional - Cathy Street Group Home

Devereux • Fitchburg, MA

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About The Position

Devereux Massachusetts is hiring a Direct Support Professional for its Cathy House group home, serving co-ed children ages 5 to 12 with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Many of the children are non-verbal, and the program provides individualized care with a 1:2 staff-to-student ratio. The program focuses on teaching and supporting daily living, coping, and social skills while keeping children active and engaged.

The role provides direct supervision and therapeutic support in a compassionate, safe environment. The professional engages with youth positively, teaches and reinforces appropriate behaviors, and helps them develop daily living skills. The position pays $21.12 to $24.58 per hour depending on experience and education. The listed schedule is Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 11 p.m. to 9 a.m. A $250 bonus is offered for MAP certification. Employees must attend a two-week paid orientation in Rutland, Massachusetts, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be MAP certified or able to obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Must attend a two-week paid orientation, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Rutland, Massachusetts.
• Adequate organizational and communication skills to complete required documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with individuals under 21 with psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders and/or autism spectrum disorders preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to help ensure the safety and security of assigned youth.
• Provide and ensure therapeutic interventions in a compassionate and safe environment.
• Engage with youth in a meaningful and positive manner.
• Teach and prompt appropriate behaviors and provide positive reinforcement.
• Teach and assist with activities of daily living skills.
• Complete required documentation, including progress notes and incident reports.

Benefits

• A $250 bonus for MAP certification.
• Medical coverage, including telemedicine, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services for eligible employees and covered family members or domestic partners.
• Student loan debt assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous paid time off that starts accruing on the first day.
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Voluntary or employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance and work-life balance program.
• Paid two-week orientation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED