Direct Support Professional - Fentress House

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health

Rutland, MA, US
Base: $20.50 to $23.87 ph; bonus: $1,000 sign-on b...
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Direct supervision of youth safety
Therapeutic interventions implementation
Activities of daily living skills teaching
** Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional for its Fentress House program in Rutland, MA, focusing on assisting youth with psychological and behavioral disorders. The role includes providing direct supervision, therapeutic interventions, and teaching life skills, with a competitive salary and a range of benefits. **

Job Summary

  • The position focuses on increasing independence for males aged 12-21 with psychological and behavioral disorders while maintaining a 1-to-4 staff-to-student ratio.
  • Devereux offers a comprehensive benefits package including 192 PTO hours per year, a 403b retirement account with employer matching, and free life insurance.
  • Employees participate in the ASCEND career-accelerator program which provides tuition assistance, loan repayment, and one-on-one coaching for professional growth.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is seeking a Direct Support Professional for its Fentress House program in Rutland, MA, focusing on assisting youth with psychological and behavioral disorders. The role includes providing direct supervision, therapeutic interventions, and teaching life skills, with a competitive salary and a range of benefits. **

Salary

Base: $20.50 to $23.87 per hour; Bonus: $1,000 Sign-on Bonus plus $250 if MAP Certified; Benefits: Comprehensive health, 403b match, PTO, and tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct supervision of youth safety
  • Therapeutic interventions implementation
  • Activities of Daily Living skills teaching
  • Documentation of progress notes
  • Positive reinforcement techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for helping vulnerable youth
  • Collaborative team environment experience
  • Organizational and communication skills
  • Commitment to servant leadership culture
  • Interest in career acceleration programs

Key Requirements

  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Valid driver's license required
  • High School diploma or GED required
  • MAP certification required within 6 months
  • Attend 2-week paid orientation in Rutland, MA

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