Direct Support Professional

Brighter Transition Youth Treatment Center; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

DailyPay

And More!

Job summary

Brighter Transition Youth Treatment Center is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide direct supervision to adolescents at our campus near Sioux Falls, SD. The role emphasizes serving as a role model, delivering safety and structure, and supporting residents in daily activities.

Shifts include PM and weekends, offering an opportunity to contribute to a transitional care program for youth ages 13-21 within QRTP frameworks. Training and benefits are provided as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Maintain safety and security of campus.
• Observe and coach students in daily living activities.
• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus.
• Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living including morning, bedtime and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals, intramurals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off campus.
• Observe the peer culture for patterns of behavior indicating progress or regression in the program.
• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to ensure safety and security.

Skills

Safety awareness

Supervision

observing behavior

Job description

- - We are looking to fill our PM & Weekend shifts - -

Brighter Transition Youth Treatment Center is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide direct supervision to adolescents. The Direct Support Professional will serve as a role model and provide support and structure to the residents in our care.

About Brighter Transition YTC:

Established in 2013, Brighter Transition YTC is a step down, transition program for males age 16-20 that have completed a long-term residential program. Our campus is located 7 miles west of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Our academy offers a year-round academic program provided by the local school district. Currently, Brighter Transition YTC serves state of South Dakota Department of Corrections commitments.

About Falls Academy:

Established in 2018, Falls Academy is certified as a Qualified Residential Treatment Program (QRTP), which is a type of residential treatment center designed specifically for youth ages 13 - 21 who require more intensive therapeutic interventions. QRTPs were established under the Families First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) passed in 2018 to ensure that youth receive high quality care that addresses their complex emotional, behavioral and educational needs. Family involvement is key in the treatment process to transition back to the home or community.

Direct Support Professional Responsibilities:

• Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus
• Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living including morning, bedtime and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals, intramurals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off campus
• Observe the peer culture for patterns of behavior indicating progress or regression in the program
• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to ensure safety and security

Direct Support Professional Perks:

• Competitive and Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including holidays and birthday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• DailyPay- access a portion of your base wages in advance
• And More!