Direct Support Professional

About the role

Looking to do meaningful work that makes an impact in the lives of youth and adolescents in a NEW program? Are you hoping to contribute to the individuals and families we serve? If you answered Yes, then consider joining our Devereux team as a Direct Support Professional.

Responsibilities

• Daily care and supervision, support, and implementation of the client individualized service plans, development plans, transitional living plans, and programs.
• Document the progress of clients on the shift as related to the individualized service plan goals.
• Teach and guide clients in the development of independent, social, and transitional living skills as designated in the service plans and program guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree or progression toward a degree in Mental Health or Social Services preferred.
• Two years or more experience in a mental health, group home and/or other room, board and watchful oversight setting working with youth and adolescents required without a degree in a social service field.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; relationship management and multi-tasking skills are required.
• Strong technical skills and ability to utilize in-house computer applications.
• Valid Driver's License required; Satisfactory Drug Screen and Background Check results.
• On-call, weekend availability and some holidays required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work every other weekend, as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health and welfare program including 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.
• Voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Pay

Starting pay: $20/hr, increases with experience!

Schedule

On-call, weekend availability and some holidays required.

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.