Direct Support - South Wing Up
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, Rutland, MA, United States
Are you interested in working for a human services agency where the sky is the limit for growth potential?
Do you enjoy working with children in need and making a difference in their lives?
If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!
The pay for this position starts at $20.50/hour, with additional compensation added for higher education and/or years of relevant experience up to $23.87/hour.
There are various available schedules for this position.
This position is located in Rutland, MA.
$1,000 Sign‑on Bonus
Devereux – Massachusetts serves students with various complex psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Devereux's South Wing program serves IDD/ASD males, ages 15‑21. With 1 staff to 3 students ratio, this program offers a high level of individualized care. Staff design house‑specific routines, chores, and activities that support the individuals' growth and development.
Responsibilities
Be passionate about working with and helping youth.
Be responsible for the safety and security of all youth as assigned by providing direct supervision.
Provide and ensure therapeutic interventions in a compassionate and safe environment.
Engage with youth in a meaningful and positive manner, teaching and prompting appropriate behaviors, and providing positive reinforcement for the same.
Teach and assist with Activities of Daily (ADL) Living Skills.
Possess adequate organizational and communication skills needed to complete required documentation, such as progress notes and incident reports.
Advantages
A fun, fast‑paced, and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow in the Behavioral Healthcare field.
Being part of an interactive team that includes nursing, education, therapists, psychiatrists and you!
The ability to have influence in our kid's treatment plans.
The opportunity to teach at‑risk youth valuable life skills.
Benefits
192 PTO hours/year and 64 sick hours/year
403b retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential for additional 2% match
Free Life Insurance up to 2x annual salary, not to exceed $200,000
Blue Cross Health Insurance plans
Short & Long Term Disability, Dental, Vision, Accident, Identity Theft, Pet, and more insurance options
Free Employee Assistance Program for help with mental health, work‑life balance, general‑wellbeing, and more
Discounts on Hotels, Rental Cars, Theme Parks, Electronics, and more
Devereux's custom ASCEND career‑accelerator program! (includes 100% tuition covered, up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 annually for graduate, student loan repayment through SAVI up to $5,200/year)
ASCEND Program Details
Enroll in the ASCEND career‑accelerator program exclusive to behavioral healthcare workers, which offers career guidance, one‑on‑one coaching, skills, and financial assistance to reach your full potential.
Qualifications
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Valid driver's license required.
High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
Previous experience working with individuals under 21 with psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, and/or autism spectrum disorders preferred.
Must be able to attend a 2‑week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA.
Devereux has a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Posted Date 2 days ago (4/24/2026 11:55 AM)
Requisition ID 2026-50460
Category Direct Care
Position Type Full‑Time
Remote No
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health recruitment policies: hiring qualified employees without discrimination on race, religion, creed, color, etc. and providing equal opportunities.
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Do you enjoy working with children in need and making a difference in their lives?
If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!
The pay for this position starts at $20.50/hour, with additional compensation added for higher education and/or years of relevant experience up to $23.87/hour.
There are various available schedules for this position.
This position is located in Rutland, MA.
$1,000 Sign‑on Bonus
Devereux – Massachusetts serves students with various complex psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Devereux's South Wing program serves IDD/ASD males, ages 15‑21. With 1 staff to 3 students ratio, this program offers a high level of individualized care. Staff design house‑specific routines, chores, and activities that support the individuals' growth and development.
Responsibilities
Be passionate about working with and helping youth.
Be responsible for the safety and security of all youth as assigned by providing direct supervision.
Provide and ensure therapeutic interventions in a compassionate and safe environment.
Engage with youth in a meaningful and positive manner, teaching and prompting appropriate behaviors, and providing positive reinforcement for the same.
Teach and assist with Activities of Daily (ADL) Living Skills.
Possess adequate organizational and communication skills needed to complete required documentation, such as progress notes and incident reports.
Advantages
A fun, fast‑paced, and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow in the Behavioral Healthcare field.
Being part of an interactive team that includes nursing, education, therapists, psychiatrists and you!
The ability to have influence in our kid's treatment plans.
The opportunity to teach at‑risk youth valuable life skills.
Benefits
192 PTO hours/year and 64 sick hours/year
403b retirement account with guaranteed 3% employer contribution and potential for additional 2% match
Free Life Insurance up to 2x annual salary, not to exceed $200,000
Blue Cross Health Insurance plans
Short & Long Term Disability, Dental, Vision, Accident, Identity Theft, Pet, and more insurance options
Free Employee Assistance Program for help with mental health, work‑life balance, general‑wellbeing, and more
Discounts on Hotels, Rental Cars, Theme Parks, Electronics, and more
Devereux's custom ASCEND career‑accelerator program! (includes 100% tuition covered, up to $15,000 annually for undergraduate and $25,000 annually for graduate, student loan repayment through SAVI up to $5,200/year)
ASCEND Program Details
Enroll in the ASCEND career‑accelerator program exclusive to behavioral healthcare workers, which offers career guidance, one‑on‑one coaching, skills, and financial assistance to reach your full potential.
Qualifications
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Valid driver's license required.
High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
Previous experience working with individuals under 21 with psychological, emotional, and behavioral disorders, and/or autism spectrum disorders preferred.
Must be able to attend a 2‑week paid orientation, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM, in Rutland, MA.
Devereux has a zero‑tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Posted Date 2 days ago (4/24/2026 11:55 AM)
Requisition ID 2026-50460
Category Direct Care
Position Type Full‑Time
Remote No
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health recruitment policies: hiring qualified employees without discrimination on race, religion, creed, color, etc. and providing equal opportunities.
#J-18808-Ljbffr