Youth Care DSP I — Safe, Therapeutic Residential Support

Seven Hills Foundation; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation seeks a Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) for Children’s Congregate Care in Worcester, MA. You will provide direct care, supervision, and a safe environment as part of a multidisciplinary team under a Shift Supervisor. This essential role may require extended hours or shifts during emergencies.

You will work with children and adolescents with complex needs to support emotional growth and positive behavioral change in a structured setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of related experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license (Class C or D) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and supervision of youth; engage in therapeutic interactions.
• Monitor treatment milieu and identify safety risks; escalate as needed.
• Support development of a therapeutic milieu to promote social growth and emotional regulation.
• Document client care: shift notes, logs, and records.

Skills

Related experience 1–3 years

Education

High school diploma/GED/HiSET

Job description

Seven Hills Foundation seeks a Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) for Children’s Congregate Care in Worcester, MA. You will provide direct care, supervision, and a safe environment as part of a multidisciplinary team under a Shift Supervisor. This essential role may require extended hours or shifts during emergencies.

You will work with children and adolescents with complex needs to support emotional growth and positive behavioral change in a structured setting.