Direct Support Professional
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Looking to do meaningful work that makes an impact in the lives of youth and adolescents in a NEW program Are you hoping to contribute to the individuals and families we serve
If you answered Yes then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team as a Direct Suppoort Professional.
Starting pay: $20/hr increases with experience!
Being a Direct Support Professional DSP has its advantages!
As a DSP at Devereux you will learn more than you ever thought possible while you work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping kids. We offer:
The opportunity to teach atrisk youth valuable life skills and coordinate services.
Growth opportunities that allow you to expand your career and your skills in the Human Services field.
Being part of an interactive team that includes; education therapists psychiatrists and you!
Our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are responsible for the daily care and supervision support and implementation of the client individualized service plans development plans transitional living plans and programs. Staff will document the progress of clients on the shift as related to the individualized service plan goals. Staff will also assist with teaching and guiding the clients in the development of independent social and transitional living skills as designated in the service plans and program guidelines.
DEVEREUX GEORGIA GRACES PLACE
We are excited to announce we have broken ground on a brand new campus! Due to Devereux Georgias history of success in treating victims since 2009 the state has chosen to use Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health for their newly approved treatment program. The 24bed program is a Child Caring Institution (Group Home) for traumatized females between the ages of 12 and 17.
Our new Child Caring Institution campus is located near the Gwinnett County Police Headquarters on Hi Hope Road.
Interested in advancing your career Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers the career guidance oneonone coaching skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100 of tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate) and student loan repayment! Learn more here.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: High School Diploma required. Bachelors degree or progression toward a degree in Mental Health or Social Services preferred
EXPERIENCE: Two years or more experience in a mental health group home and/or other room board and watchful oversight setting working with youth and adolescents required without a degree in a social service field
Other qualifications:
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal; relationship management and multitasking skills are required.
Strong technical skills and ability to utilize inhouse computer applications.
Valid Drivers License required; Satisfactory Drug Screen and Background Check results.
Oncall weekend availability and some holidays required.
You must be able to work every other weekend as required.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
