Direct Support Professional - Childrens Program

Direct Support Professional - Childrens Program (Sign-On Bonus up to $1000)

Apply for this role at Latham Centers, Inc.

$20.00/hr – $22.00/hr

Location:

Brewster, MA 02631

Compensation: $20.00–$21.50 per hour (based on experience)

Schedule:

Full-Time or Part Time

Limited-Time Sign-On Bonus:
Up to $1,000 for new hires until Jan 30

• 30–40 hrs/week: $300 at 60 days + $700 at 120 days (total $1,000)
• 20–29 hrs/week: $200 at 60 days + $300 at 120 days (total $500)

No Experience? No Problem! We welcome individuals who are eager to learn and committed to making a difference. We provide all training and guidance to help you succeed.

• Provide guidance, support, and encouragement to one or two students in the residence.
• Plan and implement engaging daily activities on and off campus to foster learning, social skills, and personal growth.
• Assist students with daily responsibilities and help build essential life skills.
• Implement behavior and support plans tailored to each student’s needs.
• Participate in writing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) and track student progress.
• Provide therapeutic crisis intervention and informal counseling, maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
• Communicate effectively with staff and contribute to a collaborative workplace.
• Attend mandatory trainings, maintain certifications, and pursue career growth opportunities within Latham Centers.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to learn and commitment to helping children with disabilities
• Ability to safely handle children in crisis with compassion
• Preferred:
  One year of experience in a related field
• Ability to intervene in extreme behavior situations to ensure safety

• Generous 5 weeks of Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive health plans with 75% of deductible covered through an HRA
• Tuition reimbursement for continuous learning
• Childcare reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement plan match (up to 5%)
• Temporary individual housing may be available, based on availability

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Other

Latham Centers, Inc. (Latham) provides equal opportunity for all individuals served and employed. Latham does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law in treatment or employment at Latham, admission or access to Latham, or any other aspect of the programs and activities that Latham operates.