Direct Support - South Wing Down

Devereux•Rutland, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Devereux Massachusetts is hiring a Direct Support/Care Professional for its South Wing program in Rutland, Massachusetts. The program serves males ages 15–21 with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorder, providing individualized care at a staff-to-student ratio of 1:3. Staff create house-specific routines, chores, and activities to support individuals’ growth and development. The role involves providing direct supervision and ensuring the safety and security of youth; delivering therapeutic interventions in a compassionate, safe environment; engaging youth positively while teaching and prompting appropriate behaviors; reinforcing positive behavior; and teaching and assisting with activities of daily living. The position also requires completing documentation such as progress notes and incident reports. Employees attend a two-week paid orientation in Rutland, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Multiple schedules are available.

Requirements

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

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 and 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

$1,000 sign-on bonus for full-time positions, with an additional $250 bonus if MAP certified.
Full-time benefits include 192 PTO hours per year and 64 sick hours per year.
403(b) retirement account with a guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential additional 2% match.
Free life insurance up to two times annual salary.
Blue Cross health insurance plans.
Short- and long-term disability, dental, vision, accident, identity theft, and pet insurance options.
Free Employee Assistance Program.
Discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, electronics, and more.
ASCEND career-accelerator program, including tuition payments, student loan repayment, career guidance, coaching, and skills development.
Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous time off accruing from the first day of employment.
Voluntary or employee-paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
Employee assistance and work-life balance program.