Direct Support Professional

Description Are you ready to make a positive impact working directly with individuals with intellectual disabilities? Do you enjoy working in a fun environment that has a positive impact on the community? If you answered YES to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team Responsibilities - Provide safe and appropriate care for all Pocono Center residents - Be responsible for supervision of residents and ensuring their physical, emotional and personal needs are met - Assist in hygiene tasks such as showering or toileting - Support individuals throughout daily routine, including joining them in community outings - Attend in-service training programs to develop skills - Perform related duties, special assignments and projects as assigned by the coordinator Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers the career guidance, one‑on‑one coaching, skills and financial assistance they need to reach their full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to fifteen thousand dollars annually for undergraduate and twenty‑five thousand for graduate) and student loan repayment, among other benefits. Payrates Starting rates: $17.75–20.24/hr depending on education/experience. On‑Call: $21.25/hr. Build your own rate up to $21.80/hr (maximum experience and C.N.A.) with the shift differential and our TOB Exchange program - Exchange 40 hours of Time Off for an additional $0.38 per hour, or 80 hours for an additional $0.77 per hour - Additional $0.30 Evening shift differential, $0.50 Overnight shift differential - Additional $0.29 per hour if you have an active C.N.A. - Earn an extra $1.00 per hour on your base pay if you have an active NADSP Level 1 Certification Devereux Pocono Center is proud to offer PayActiv Get access to up to 50% of your wages before payday. Benefits & Advantages - Opportunities to learn and grow in the behavioral health and human services fields - Fun, fast‑paced supportive environment where you can participate in the treatment planning process - Opportunity to teach adults valuable life skills and be a positive role model - Flexible schedules that work with school and family commitments - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that support our diverse employee population - Quality low‑cost benefits, plus student loan debt assistance and a 30‑day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires Shifts and Locations Available shifts: Full‑time, part‑time and on‑call. Days 7 am–3 pm, Evenings 3 pm–11 pm, Overnights 11 pm–7 am, 9 am–2 pm, Power weekend (40‑hour Friday through Sunday) considered. Locations: Tobyhanna, Stroudsburg/East Stroudsburg, Scranton, Dickson City, Mount Pocono, Newfoundland, Greentown, Cresco and Canadensis. Staff Quote "My bosses were great, and working with the individuals was very rewarding. The support we gave them and to see the changes in their lives was a testimony in itself." Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required; valid driver’s license required. One (1) year of human service experience working with children, adolescents, or adults preferred. The IDEAL candidate will be empathetic, a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be energetic, creative, understand the theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement, and represent themselves as a positive role‑model. Additionally, you must be able to complete required new‑hire orientation, have a strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with special needs, and possess a valid license. Physical Requirements Significant amounts of walking, sitting, and standing. Some lifting and/or managing resistance related to applying physical intervention techniques upwards of 50 lbs or more. Some repetitive wrist/hand movements; normal hearing and vision. Occasional use of computers and office equipment. Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes. Ability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches. Work Environment Regularly works inside areas that are adequately lighted and ventilated. Some fluctuations in temperature. Use of protective equipment such as latex gloves, facial mask, protective eyewear, and gown. Possible exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. Some degree of physical involvement in the exercise of Safe and Positive Approaches. Safety & Reporting 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. About Devereux 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. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our multiple, mission‑driven, people‑first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high‑quality programming we provide every day for the individuals and families we serve. Benefits Summary - Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services - Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance - Generous time‑off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee‑paid supplemental life and accident coverage - Employee assistance / work‑life balance program Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work Devereux is a drug‑free workplace; drug screening required. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr