Youth Care DSP I – Therapeutic Residential Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan 25–33% match

Student Loan Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

Paid Vacation (3 weeks)

15+ Paid Holidays? 11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional I to care for youth in 24/7 residential programs. You will supervise, engage therapeutically, and help maintain a structured, safe environment under supervision.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, strengths-based care and HIPAA-compliant documentation. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver's license with at least 3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or HiSET required.
• Standard driver’s license – class C or D1 and 3 years of related experience.
• Experience in direct care for youth preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, supervision, and well-being of youth through active engagement.
• Document client care with shift notes, logs, and required reports.
• Utilize CPI de-escalation strategies and escalate as needed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support treatment plans.

Skills

CPI de-escalation

Trauma-informed care

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma/GED/HiSET

Job description

Seven Hills Foundation is seeking a Direct Support Professional I to care for youth in 24/7 residential programs. You will supervise, engage therapeutically, and help maintain a structured, safe environment under supervision.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, strengths-based care and HIPAA-compliant documentation. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver's license with at least 3 years of related experience.