Direct Support - South Wing Up

Devereux•Rutland, MA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Devereux Massachusetts is hiring a Direct Support/Care Professional for its South Wing program in Rutland, Massachusetts. South Wing serves males ages 15–21 with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorder, providing individualized care at a 1:3 staff-to-student ratio. Staff create program-specific routines, chores, and activities to support individuals’ growth and development. The role involves directly supervising youth and supporting their safety, security, and treatment in a compassionate, therapeutic environment. Staff engage youth positively, teach and prompt appropriate behaviors, use positive reinforcement, and help with activities of daily living. The position also requires completing documentation such as progress notes and incident reports. The starting pay is $21.12 per hour, with additional compensation for higher education and/or relevant experience, up to $24.58 per hour. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered, plus an additional $250 for MAP certification. Various schedules are available. Employees must attend a paid two-week orientation, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Rutland, MA.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
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 paid two-week orientation, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Rutland, Massachusetts.
Must comply with Devereux's zero-tolerance abuse policy and related procedures.

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.
MAP certification qualifies for an additional $250 bonus.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision to 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, 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.
Support individualized routines, chores, and activities that promote growth and development.

Benefits

$1,000 sign-on bonus.
Additional $250 bonus for MAP certification.
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 2x annual salary.
Blue Cross health insurance plans.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Accident insurance.
Identity theft insurance.
Pet insurance and other insurance options.
Free Employee Assistance Program covering mental health, work-life balance, and general well-being.
Discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, electronics, and more.
ASCEND career-accelerator program, including tuition payments, student loan repayment, career guidance, coaching, skills development, and financial assistance.
Medical coverage, including telemedicine, prescription drugs, preventive care, and mental health services.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
Generous 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.