Residential Youth Support Specialist — 2nd Shift

Devereux; Rutland (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus 2000

Sign-on bonus 1000 PT

MAP certification bonus

PTO 192 hours/year

403b retirement plan

Health insurance

Life Insurance

Employee assistance program

Discounts

Job summary

Devereux Massachusetts is hiring Direct Care Professionals to work with youth in the Westside Residential Program in Rutland, MA. The role focuses on safety, direct supervision, and therapeutic support for females aged 12-21 with complex needs.

The position offers a 2nd shift schedule, a $2,000 sign-on bonus for full-time and $1,000 for part-time, plus a $250 MAP certification bonus. Benefits include health, retirement, and comprehensive employee programs.

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.
• Previous experience working with individuals under 21 with psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, and/or autism spectrum disorders preferred.

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) Living Skills.
• Possess adequate organizational and communication skills needed to complete required documentation, such as progress notes and incident reports.

Skills

Youth support

Safety supervision

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Devereux Massachusetts is hiring Direct Care Professionals to work with youth in the Westside Residential Program in Rutland, MA. The role focuses on safety, direct supervision, and therapeutic support for females aged 12-21 with complex needs.

The position offers a 2nd shift schedule, a $2,000 sign-on bonus for full-time and $1,000 for part-time, plus a $250 MAP certification bonus. Benefits include health, retirement, and comprehensive employee programs.