Direct Care Supervisor

About the role

Join our organization to grow your professional skills and advance your career. We offer a unique opportunity to supervise and mentor staff in a therapeutic setting.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive training in crisis prevention/intervention, trauma-informed care, CPR, and first aid.
• Provide quality care and motivation to the children and adolescents we serve.
• Supervise Direct Support Professionals and provide mentorship.
• Implement programs designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, and personal needs of clients.
• Aid, support, and instruct individuals in self-help skills designed to encourage independence.
• Establish and maintain a therapeutic rapport with individuals.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience preferred (degree); or four (4) years of supervisory experience in a mental health related discipline required (non-degree).
• Direct care experience with the I/DD (intellectual/developmental disabilities) population, specifically children and adolescents preferred.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; leadership, relationship management, and multi-tasking skills are required.
• Strong technical skills and ability to utilize in-house computer applications.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory drug screen and background check results.
• On-call, weekend availability and some holidays required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in the field of counseling, mental health, social work, psychology/sociology, rehabilitation, special education, or human services field preferred; OR some college education with 60 college credits in human services preferred.

Skills

• Empathetic, team player, excellent written and verbal communication skills, energetic, creative, understanding of behavior management and positive reinforcement, and representing a positive role model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and welfare program including medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement, and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off, 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Pay

$24.00 per hour. Additional compensation for experience and bachelor's degree or higher.

Schedule

• 1st shift: 6:30am-3:15pm
• 2nd shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm
• 3rd shift: 10:45pm-7:15am

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 – every year. Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools, and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education, and foster care. Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. What Devereux Offers You In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members, and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer; 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. Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work! Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE