Night Direct Support Professional for Youth with ASD

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MAP Certification Bonus $250

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Fitchburg, MA seeks a Direct Support/Care Professional to support youth with behavioral health needs. The role emphasizes safety, compassionate therapy, and helping youth build daily living skills within a 1:2 staff-to-student setting.

You must be 21+, hold a high school diploma or GED, and be MAP certified or obtain certification within 6 months. A 2-week paid orientation is required in Rutland, MA. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid driver's license required.
• High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• MAP certified, or able to obtain certification within 6 months of employment.
• Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA.
• MAP certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Be passionate about working with and helping youth.
• Be responsible for the safety and security of all youth as assigned by providing direct supervision.
• Provide and ensure therapeutic interventions in a compassionate and safe environment.
• Engage with youth in a meaningful and positive manner, teaching and prompting appropriate behaviors, and providing positive reinforcement for the same.
• Teach and assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills.
• Possess adequate organizational and communication skills needed to complete required documentation, such as progress notes and incident reports.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Fitchburg, MA seeks a Direct Support/Care Professional to support youth with behavioral health needs. The role emphasizes safety, compassionate therapy, and helping youth build daily living skills within a 1:2 staff-to-student setting.

You must be 21+, hold a high school diploma or GED, and be MAP certified or obtain certification within 6 months. A 2-week paid orientation is required in Rutland, MA. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this position.