Direct Care Professional Evenings

Pay:

• Base pay starting at $19.50/hr for candidates with a Bachelor degree
• Experience credit applied in addition to base pay
• $1,560 annual increase for Master degree
• Overtime payment at 1.5x hourly rate

Benefits & Rewards:

• 24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
• 8 sick days
• Low-cost benefits (view plans at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)
• 403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career accelerator program (ASCEND) with tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment; undergraduate up to $15k/year, graduate up to $25k/year. Learn more on our website.

Are you interested in making a life-saving difference for children and adolescents? Would you enjoy being part of a team working to change the world for the better?

If you answered YES, consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!

For over 50 years, The Glenholme School, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, has provided comprehensive residential programs and services for children with learning differences and special needs. Located in Washington, CT, the Direct Care Professional position involves working with a passionate and dynamic team to provide individualized therapeutic care, fostering Devereux’s mission and values.

We seek a Direct Care Professional experienced with our student population who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning differences and behavioral challenges.

Team A:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 3pm-11pm;
Saturday 7am-11pm

OR

Team B:

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 3pm-11pm;
Sunday 7am-11pm

• Supervising up to 12 adolescents (ages 8-21) in a boarding environment
• Maintaining accountability of all students, including bed checks after 9pm
• Promoting independence through teaching daily living activities
• Facilitating activities
• Implementing instruction tailored to each child's development
• Managing behavioral incidents using PBIS and token economy principles
• Communicating with supervisors, clinicians, and nurses
• Documenting shift activities
• Applying problem-solving skills
• Upholding core values of fairness, honesty, respect, responsibility, and kindness
• Creating a safe, clean, nurturing, and productive environment

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Minimum Qualifications
:

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 21 years old
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of Human Services experience with children, adolescents, and adults