Part Time Direct Support Professional

Are you looking for an entry‑level employment opportunity as a segue to further your career in social work, psychology, behavioral and mental health? Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and adolescents in a fun, active environment? If so, you could become a part of a team creating meaningful, independent and productive lives for those individuals that we serve! Available PART‑TIME Shifts 1st, 2nd & 3rd shifts available (must be available to work every other weekend) Starting Pay $20.00 per hour (additional pay for experience) Direct Support Professional Advantages Opportunities to learn and grow in Behavioral & Mental Health Growth opportunities that allow you to expand your career and your skills Being part of an interactive and supportive team that includes nursing, education, therapists, psychiatrists and you The ability to have influence in our clients' treatment plans Evidence‑based and trauma‑informed practices PayActive – access up to 50% of your earned wages between pay periods As a Direct Support Professional, you will assist in daily living activities, including emotional and behavior support & management, health and hygiene management, cleaning, and recreational activities for the individuals we serve. You will actively mentor, coach, monitor, re‑direct and support our individuals and maintain a safe and therapeutic treatment environment that meets the physical, emotional and personal needs of the population we serve. You will also be responsible for accurate documentation, including, but not limited to, shift reports, incident reports and individual progress reports. Interested in advancing your career? 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. Learn more. Qualifications Be empathetic, a team player, energetic, creative, understand the theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement, and represent yourself as a positive role model; have a strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with behavioral differences. Requirements HS diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in psychology, human services, sociology, social work, criminal justice, and/or education. Previous experience working with individuals under the age of 21 with psychological, emotional and behavioral disorders, co‑occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders, and/or conduct disorders preferred. Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory drug screen and background check results. Must be at least 21 years of age. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong technical skills and comfortable utilizing in‑house computer applications for documenting and reporting purposes. Must be able to complete a two‑week, paid new hire orientation class; hours are approximately 8:30 am to 5:30 pm daily (lunch is included). 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. For your protection, all DSPs will be fit‑tested for the N95 mask. An N95 mask will be worn when working with children with infections. A medical evaluation will be completed, unless exempt under the standards. Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – each year. Our Mission Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. What Devereux Offers You Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. Employee assistance / work‑life balance program. Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr Devereux