Direct Support Professional

How to get your start in behavioral health — even if you've never worked in it. Location: Belchertown, MA Pay: $20/hr Service Type: Per Diem / Flexible Reasons to Join Arbor No behavioral health license required — Arbor provides site-specific training before your first independent shift$17–$20/hr in a structured residential program working with children ages 6–12 — a real role, not a gap-filler W-2 employment through Arbor means you're a full employee from day one — taxes withheld, workers' comp covered, no 1099 surprises Benefits medical dental vision short-term disability long-term disability AD&D paid sick time Clear next steps: Arbor supports training, certifications, and credential development as you build experience in the field A dedicated Arbor contact — not a call center — you can actually reach when something comes up Responsibilities Provide direct care and daily living support to children ages 6–12 in a residential setting Support skill-building activities and structured daily routines Implement behavioral support strategies under program guidelines Respond calmly and quickly to behavioral incidents as trained Document care activities and incidents accurately per program standards #J-18808-Ljbffr