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Direct Support Professional Supervisor
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Worcester, Worcester County, Massachusetts, 01609, USA
Listed on 2026-03-06
Listing for:
Seven Hills Foundation
Per diem
position Listed on 2026-03-06
Job specializations:
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead With Purpose. Support With Impact.
OverviewPay: $21.00-$22.00/hour
YOU, Inc. is seeking experienced and dependable Direct Support Professional Supervisors to lead residential counselor staff in our 24‑hour acute and congregate care programs. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, values teamwork, and is committed to creating safe, structured, and therapeutic spaces for youth.
As a Shift Supervisor, you’ll work in ratio alongside your team—guiding, coaching, and modeling best practices while ensuring the safety and well‑being of both staff and youth.
Benefits for Full‑time Employees- Health Insurance:
Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution. - Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%–33% employer match based on tenure.
- Student Loan Assistance:
Consolidation, counseling, and limited employer contribution. - Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships.
- Tuition Assistance:
Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework. - Home Mortgage Initiative:
Favorable down payment (3‑5%) and reduced closing costs co‑paid by Seven Hills.
- Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year.
- Vacation Cash‑Out Option.
- 3 Paid Personal Days.
- 11 Paid Holidays.
- Accrued Paid Sick Time.
- Accrued Paid Sick Time.
- Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25%–33% employer match (minimum 20 worked hours per week).
- Student Loan Assistance:
Consolidation and free debt counseling. - Personal PTO (minimum 20‑hour regular part‑time schedule; does not apply to per diem).
- Lead and support residential counselor staff during assigned shifts.
- Provide coaching, feedback, and real‑time guidance to staff.
- Ensure all staff receive critical updates, assignments, and shift expectations.
- Promote teamwork and address staff concerns promptly and professionally.
- Ensure the safety and supervision of youth and staff at all times.
- Actively monitor the milieu, identify risks, and take corrective action as needed.
- Maintain appropriate client‑to‑staff ratios and coordinate relief staffing when necessary.
- Cultivate a therapeutic environment that supports emotional regulation, social growth, and positive behavior.
- Ensure daily programming schedules and routines are followed.
- Support youth participation in activities, meals, chores, and daily living tasks.
- Participate in facility upkeep, room checks, and overall cleanliness of the unit.
- Model and enforce appropriate physical, emotional, logistical, and informational boundaries.
- Uphold HIPAA requirements and protect client confidentiality.
- Maintain professional, respectful interactions with staff, youth, families, and visitors.
- Review treatment plans and safety plans as needed.
- Complete shift notes, logs, medication documentation, and incident reports.
- Ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with agency standards.
- Utilize CPI de‑escalation techniques to prevent and manage crisis situations.
- Apply physical management interventions only when necessary and in accordance with training.
- Approach all interactions through a trauma‑informed, strengths‑based, and culturally responsive lens.
- High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
- Minimum age of 21 years.
- 1–3 years of related experience; residential youth experience required.
- Proven ability to lead calmly and professionally in high‑stress situations.
- Strong communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build rapport and work effectively with staff and youth.
- Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and agency policies.
- Valid driver’s license (Class C or D), acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
- Willingness to maintain required certifications, including:
- CPI / De‑escalation & Physical Management
- First Aid, CPR, and Universal Precautions
- Medication Management / MAP
- Van & Driver Safety
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