Devereux
Student Support Professional
Located in picturesque Washington, CT, the Direct Care Professional position will be part of a cohesive, passionate and dynamic team. The selected candidate will foster Devereux’s mission and values of quality care as well as providing top‑notch and individualized therapeutic care for our students.
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 your hourly rate
Benefits & Rewards
24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
8 sick days
Quality low‑cost benefits (plan details available on the benefits portal)
403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Career accelerator program (ASCEND): 100% tuition covered up to $15k reimbursement annually for undergraduate and $25k for graduate, plus student loan repayment
Schedule Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for 1:1 support for adolescents (ages 8‑21) within the classroom environment
Accurately and completely document behavioral incidents, supplemental observations, logs, and token information
Collect and/or computerize behavioral data as assigned
Promote independence by teaching and coaching students through activities of daily living (showering, brushing teeth, chore completion, room cleanliness, etc.)
Facilitate activities
Effectively implement instruction appropriate to each child’s cognitive, emotional, social, and psychological development
Manage behavioral incidences within the classroom setting, utilizing principles of PBIS and the token economy
Communicate pertinent information to supervisors, clinicians, behaviorists, nurses, etc.
Document shift happenings at the conclusion of the shift
Display effective problem‑solving skills
Promote campus core values of fairness, honesty, respect, responsibility and kindness
Establish a safe, clean, nurturing and productive living environment
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor Degree
Be at least 21 years of age
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
1 year of Human Services experience working with children, adolescents, adults
Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults and their families every year.
Our Mission Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission‑driven, people‑first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high‑quality programming we provide. To be successful at Devereux, you will put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and led, and be a significant part of our commitment to a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs.
Benefits Summary
Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care and mental health services (including telemedicine)
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
Employee assistance / work‑life balance program
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Non‑profit Organizations and Mental Health Care
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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 your hourly rate
Benefits & Rewards
24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
8 sick days
Quality low‑cost benefits (plan details available on the benefits portal)
403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
Employee Assistance Program
Career accelerator program (ASCEND): 100% tuition covered up to $15k reimbursement annually for undergraduate and $25k for graduate, plus student loan repayment
Schedule Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for 1:1 support for adolescents (ages 8‑21) within the classroom environment
Accurately and completely document behavioral incidents, supplemental observations, logs, and token information
Collect and/or computerize behavioral data as assigned
Promote independence by teaching and coaching students through activities of daily living (showering, brushing teeth, chore completion, room cleanliness, etc.)
Facilitate activities
Effectively implement instruction appropriate to each child’s cognitive, emotional, social, and psychological development
Manage behavioral incidences within the classroom setting, utilizing principles of PBIS and the token economy
Communicate pertinent information to supervisors, clinicians, behaviorists, nurses, etc.
Document shift happenings at the conclusion of the shift
Display effective problem‑solving skills
Promote campus core values of fairness, honesty, respect, responsibility and kindness
Establish a safe, clean, nurturing and productive living environment
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor Degree
Be at least 21 years of age
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
1 year of Human Services experience working with children, adolescents, adults
Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults and their families every year.
Our Mission Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
Our Culture, Our Expectations At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission‑driven, people‑first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high‑quality programming we provide. To be successful at Devereux, you will put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and led, and be a significant part of our commitment to a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs.
Benefits Summary
Medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care and mental health services (including telemedicine)
Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage
Employee assistance / work‑life balance program
Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Non‑profit Organizations and Mental Health Care
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