Youth Support Specialist (IDD/BH)

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Sign-on bonus

Paid training

Benefits after 30 days

ASCEND Career Accelerator Program

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health seeks Direct Support Professionals to support children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 6-21) with IDD and BH/MH needs. The role emphasizes safety, engagement in ADLs and social activities, and collaborative progress with the clinical team.

Pay ranges from $17.50 to $23.05 per hour, with a $2.00/hour shift differential for late hours and a sign-on bonus paid over the first six months.

Qualifications

• High-school Diploma or GED required.
• Higher Education Preferred.
• Education evaluation required if education obtained outside the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety: Supervise and maintain the well-being of the individuals in your care at all times.
• Engage and connect: Participate in daily ADLs, recreational, and social activities to encourage growth, confidence, and independence.
• Coach and redirect: Address and appropriately redirect inappropriate behaviors while reinforcing positive actions through supportive communication.
• Support progress: Implement individualized treatment plan goals and objectives while working collaboratively with the clinical team to support each person’s development.

Education

High-school Diploma or GED

Job description

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health seeks Direct Support Professionals to support children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 6-21) with IDD and BH/MH needs. The role emphasizes safety, engagement in ADLs and social activities, and collaborative progress with the clinical team.

Pay ranges from $17.50 to $23.05 per hour, with a $2.00/hour shift differential for late hours and a sign-on bonus paid over the first six months.