What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional I - Child Care Specialist position at Seven Hills Foundation?
Overview
$4,000 Sign-On Bonus for Child Care Specialist / Direct Care Worker (Pro-rated by hours worked)- limited time only!
Pay scale: $21.00-$22.92 hourly based on experience
Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 9am-9pm home visit driver with flexiblity based on travel requirements.
Stetson School is an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation. We are a residential treatment program for youth with trauma related complex behaviors, currently hiring Direct Care Workers / Direct Support Professionals for all shifts.
Be a part of the Stetson School team where you can make a difference and have a positive impact in a child's life!
Every staff is a leader in developing a healing environment that promotes a healthy life and teaches social skills to our students.
Drivers will:
- Engage and interact with our students promoting a positive and healing community by serving as a positive role model.
- Be a part of a therapeutic team that supports student's development through individualized treatment goals.
- Use treatment goals to provide a pathway for learning healthy life skills and aid in healing trauma, all the while supporting the progression of normative child and adolescent development.
- Follow all traffic laws and drive responsibly at all times.
- Avoid distractions while driving; stay focused and alert.
- Ensure safe pickup and drop-off procedures.
- Create a calm and safe environment for child passengers.
- Monitor children during transport to ensure their safety and well-being.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with parents or guardians as needed.
Paid training! Excellent Benefits! Opportunities for Advancement!
Residential Counselors/ Direct Support Professionals are provided a paid 10-day New Employee Orientation and receive training on CPR/First Aid, Crisis Prevention Intervention & Trauma-Informed Care. They also receive program-specific training at the worksite.
Responsibilities
Work-Life Balance:
- Accrued Paid Sick Time
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 18 years old
- Minimum of HiSET/GED, High School Diploma, or Equivalent.
- Valid Driver’s License & Good Driving Record
- Must pass Criminal, DCF Abuse and Neglect, Sex offender Registry and FederalFingerprinting background record checks.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to work as a creative, engaged, dedicated member of the Stetson team.
Thank you for your interest in Stetson School! We value every applicant. If you experience any difficulty in applying or need assistance, please contact Sarah at Slelievre@sevenhills.org
Salary : $21 - $23
