Direct Support Staff Supervisor - Behavioral Health School

Devereux • Rutland, MA

47d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Devereux - Massachusetts serves students with various complex psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our classroom structure is designed to match students' needs. Through an interdisciplinary approach, an individual plan is designed for each student. Our school is prepared to meet the academic requirements of local educational agencies, as well other states where our clients are from. Our curriculum is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and coordinated through a collaborative working relationship with referring school districts. Flexibility in academic programming and creativity to meet students' needs is the strength of our organization. As an Direct Support Staff Supervisor, you will: + Ensure safety and stability of the school environment by providing direct support and coaching to students who are experiencing a crisis. + Provide in vivo training and real-time feedback to staff on proper de-escalation strategies and effective use of PBIS with students. + Model positive relationships with student by facilitating and participating in activities with students. + Provide supervision to Direct Care Staff, facilitate monthly trainings for staff, complete observation documentation, and work collaboratively with other departments. 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 .
• Two years' experience required working with individuals under 21 with psychological, emotional and behavioral disorders, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders, and/or autism spectrum disorders, or in a school setting.
• Supervisory experience 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 _preferred_

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and stability of the school environment by providing direct support and coaching to students who are experiencing a crisis.
• Provide in vivo training and real-time feedback to staff on proper de-escalation strategies and effective use of PBIS with students.
• Model positive relationships with student by facilitating and participating in activities with students.
• Provide supervision to Direct Care Staff, facilitate monthly trainings for staff, complete observation documentation, and work collaboratively with other departments.

Benefits

• 192 PTO hours/year and 64 sick hours/year
• 403b retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential for additional 2% match
• Free Life Insurance up to 2x annual salary, not to exceed $200,000
• 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! You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND, the first career-accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills, and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential.This program includes 100% of tuition covered, up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 annually for graduate, and student loan repayment through SAVI up to $5,200/year, among other benefits!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees