Direct Support Professional - Gate House

Overview Are you interested in working for a human services agency where the sky is the limit for growth potential? Do you enjoy working with children in need and making a difference in their lives? If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux team! The pay range for this position is $20.50 to $23.87 per hour depending on education and experience. This position is located in Rutland, MA. $1,000 Sign-on Bonus. Additional $250 Bonus if MAP Certified. Devereux Massachusetts serves students with various complex psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Devereux's Gatehouse program serves males 14 to 21 with ASD, IDD, and co-occurring psychiatric disorders. 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. 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 Living (ADL) skills. Possess adequate organizational and communication skills needed to complete required documentation, such as progress notes and incident reports. Being a Direct Care Professional at Devereux has its advantages! Team and Environment You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer the privilege of working closely with some of the most vulnerable people in our community, helping build their strengths and contributing to improving their lives. 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 influence in our kids\' treatment plans. The opportunity to teach at-risk youth valuable life skills. Learn More About Devereux Massachusetts Benefits Full-time benefits include 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. 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 ASCEND career-accelerator program with advance tuition assistance, loan repayment, and other benefits. Learn More About ASCEND Qualifications Job Qualifications: Must be 21 years of age or older. Valid driver\'s license required. High School diploma or GED required. 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. Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA. Must be MAPS certified, or able to obtain certification within 90 days of employment. Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible. Devereux is a drug-free workplace; drug screening required. EOE. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chord Specialty Dental Partners