Youth Behavioral Support Specialist

Devereux; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Devereux Georgia is hiring an entry-level Direct Support Professional to assist children and adolescents in a mental health setting. You will support daily living activities, behavior management, and documentation, while working with a multidisciplinary team.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour with potential extra pay for experience. The role offers opportunities to learn and grow within behavioral and mental health services and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Be empathetic, a team player, energetic, creative; understand theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement.
• Strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with behavioral differences.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily living activities, including emotional and behavior support, health and hygiene management, cleaning and recreational activities.
• Mentor, coach, monitor, re-direct and support individuals while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Document shift reports, incident reports and progress reports accurately.

Skills

Empathy

Team player

Energetic

Creative

Behavior management

Positive reinforcement

Communication

Driver's license

Education

HS diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Devereux Georgia is hiring an entry-level Direct Support Professional to assist children and adolescents in a mental health setting. You will support daily living activities, behavior management, and documentation, while working with a multidisciplinary team.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour with potential extra pay for experience. The role offers opportunities to learn and grow within behavioral and mental health services and a supportive team environment.