Direct Support Professional - Childrens Program

Latham Centers, Inc.; Brewster (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with weekend differentials

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible hours

Job summary

A supportive care facility located in Brewster seeks Clinical and Education Interns. Interns will have the opportunity to work closely with students diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome and those with trauma backgrounds. Responsibilities include assisting in therapy and supporting classroom activities. Candidates should possess a High School degree or GED and have a compassionate approach to crisis management. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with complex disabilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle children in crisis safely, with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervised group and individual therapy.
• Work collectively with classroom teachers on Individualized Education Plan goals.

Skills

Compassion

Crisis management

Teamwork

Education

High School degree or GED

Job description

At Latham, we're dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to individuals with complex disabilities, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives. By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve every single day.

Latham Centers offers a comprehensive benefits package, including three medical plans with 87% coverage for individual and 65% for family plans, along with contributions covering 75% of the deductible. Additionally, employees enjoy dental and vision insurance options.

Competitive Pay/Paid Time Off

Latham offers competitive pay with a $3 per hour weekend differential. Full time employees accrue 5 weeks of Earned Time Away in the first year of employment. $3/hour weekend differential.

Housing

Latham may be able to provide temporary individual housing based on availability.

Retirement Program

Latham provides up to a 5% employer match for any employee enrolled in the 403b retirement plan. Employees are eligible at the start of employment.

Childcare reimbursement is available to all benefited employees after 120 days of employment.

Paid Training and Tuition Reimbursement

Latham provides training opportunities to help staff advance skills and professional growth. Tuition reimbursement is available to benefited employees after 1 year of employment.

Locations across Cape Cod and southeastern MA

Employee Benefits Summary

Benefits are available to full or part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week in a regular position. Eligibility is generally the first day of the 3rd month of employment or at open enrollment in July. Details are provided through Supervisors, Human Resources, and the collective bargaining agreement. The benefits package is reviewed periodically and subject to change.

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teamwork

"You will not meet more dedicated and helpful colleagues. When I first started at Latham, I was petrified with starting my career. I soon realized how united and supportive the staff are. And the students are out of this world. They are creative, funny, and eager to learn. I could not ask for a better working environment. I’m lucky!"

Training | Experience | Opportunity | Development

Located in Brewster our Interns will work on our beautiful, 3-acre campus, which includes 4 college dorm-like residential living situations, an approved Department of Elementary and Secondary school, with nursing and a physician directly on-campus. You will have the opportunity to work directly with students/residents diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome and individuals with a trauma background.

Clinical interns will work collectively with the clinical department and physician, assisting with supervised group and individual therapy, crisis intervention and supervision. Reports directly to the Director of Clinical Services.

Education interns will work collectively with classroom teachers and educational administration on meeting students Individualized Education Plan goals and using the common core in the classrooms.

Flexible hours and work week, based on your school's requirements. See open positions above for additional internship opportunities are regularly posted.

Qualifications include: High School degree or GED; ability to handle children in crisis safely, with compassion.

For more information, email HR Hiring Specialist Elaine Perkins at [e-mail]

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