Youth Direct Care Professional – Day Shift (MAP Bonus)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (including telemedicine)

Dental and prescription coverage

Mental health services

Student loan debt assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education assistance

403(b) retirement plan with matching

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Webster, MA is seeking a Direct Care Professional to support youth with psychological, emotional, and behavioral needs. The role includes supervision, safety, and delivering therapeutic interventions in a structured environment.

You will teach daily living skills, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support reintegration and positive outcomes for the youth.

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.
• Must be able to attend a 2-week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA.
• Must be MAPS certified, or able to obtain certification within 90 days 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) 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

Therapeutic Interventions

Documentation

ADL Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

MAPS certification (preferred or within 90 days)

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Webster, MA is seeking a Direct Care Professional to support youth with psychological, emotional, and behavioral needs. The role includes supervision, safety, and delivering therapeutic interventions in a structured environment.

You will teach daily living skills, document progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support reintegration and positive outcomes for the youth.