Direct Support - South Wing Up

Devereux•Rutland, MA

52d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Devereux Massachusetts serves students with various complex psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Devereux's South Wing program serves IDD/ASD males, ages 15-21. With 1 staff to 3 students ratio, this program offers a high level of individualized care. Staff design house-specific routines, chores, and activities that support the individuals' growth and development. As a Direct Support/Care Professional, you will: + Be passionate about working with and helping youth. + Be responsible for the safety and security of all youth as assigned by providing direct supervision. + Provide and ensure therapeutic interventions in a compassionate and safe environment. + Engage with youth in a meaningful and positive manner, teaching and prompting appropriate behaviors, and providing positive reinforcement for the same. + Teach and assist with Activities of Daily (ADL) Living Skills. + Possess adequate organizational and communication skills needed to complete required documentation, such as progress notes and incident reports. You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer you the privilege of being able to work closely with some of the most vulnerable people in our community, help build their strengths, and truly make a contribution to improving their lives, as well as: + A fun, fast paced, and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow in the Behavioral Healthcare field. + Being part of an interactive team that includes nursing, education, therapists, psychiatrists and you! + The ability to have influence in our kid's treatment plans. + The opportunity to teach at-risk youth valuable life skills.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older.
Valid driver's license required .
High School diploma or GED required .
Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Be passionate about working with and helping youth.
Be responsible for the safety and security of all youth as assigned by providing direct supervision.
Provide and ensure therapeutic interventions in a compassionate and safe environment.
Engage with youth in a meaningful and positive manner, teaching and prompting appropriate behaviors, and providing positive reinforcement for the same.
Teach and assist with Activities of Daily (ADL) Living Skills.
Possess adequate organizational and communication skills needed to complete required documentation, such as progress notes and incident reports.

Benefits

Accrued sick time
403b retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential for additional 2% match
Blue Cross Health Insurance plans
Short & Long Term Disability, Dental, Vision, Accident, Identity Theft, Pet, and more insurance options
Free Employee Assistance Program for help with mental health, work-life balance, general-wellbeing, and more
Discounts on Hotels, Rental Cars, Theme Parks, Electronics, and more
Devereux's custom ASCEND career-accelerator program!
100% of tuition covered, up to $7,500 annually for undergraduate and $12,500 annually for graduate, and student loan repayment through SAVI up to $2,600/year, among other benefits!
Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance / work-life balance program.