DSP for Youth Services — Shape Futures

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life skills teaching

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Georgia Grace's Place is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily care, supervision, and support for traumatized youth. You will implement individualized service plans and guide clients in developing independent living skills as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 2+ years in mental health/group home settings, strong communication and computer skills, a valid driver's license, and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s or progress toward degree preferred.
• Two years+ experience in mental health, group home, or related setting with youth/adolescents.
• Must be 21+; strong communication and multitasking abilities; tech savvy.
• Valid driver’s license; drug screen and background check required.
• On-call, weekend availability and some holidays; ability to work every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care, supervision, and implementation of client service plans.
• Document shift progress related to individualized service plan goals.
• Teach and guide clients in development of independent, social and transitional living skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Computer literacy

On-call availability

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree progression in Mental Health or Social Services

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Georgia Grace's Place is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide daily care, supervision, and support for traumatized youth. You will implement individualized service plans and guide clients in developing independent living skills as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 2+ years in mental health/group home settings, strong communication and computer skills, a valid driver's license, and weekend availability.