Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
17.00 - 20.75 USD / Hour
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Description: We’ve Recently Updated Our DSP Starting Rate: Starting at $17.00 / hr.Unlock Potential: Become a Direct Support Professional and Change Lives!Devereux Florida provides programs and services for adolescents and adults who face significant emotional, behavioral and intellectual/developmental challenges. Located in Winter Park, FL, this position is responsible for:

  • Providing Personal Care: Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
  • Behavioral Support: Implement behavior management plans and support individuals in developing coping strategies.
  • Skill Development: Facilitate skill-building activities, including social skills, communication, and life skills training.
  • Crisis Intervention: Recognize signs of distress and de-escalate situations effectively and safely.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client progress, incidents, and daily activities.
  • Transportation: Assist clients with transportation to appointments, community activities, or school.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, nurses, and family members.
  • Training and Education: Participate in ongoing training to stay updated on best practices in behavioral health support.

Learn more about our IDD Group Homes!Position Details: Salary: Starts at $17.00 – $20.75 / hour PLUS additional compensation: Shift differential (up to $2.00 / hour). Relevant experience in field (up to $2.00 / hour). Credit for higher education ($.48/hr for Bachelors degree; $.72 / hr for Masters degree).Shifts: Currently hiring for 2nd (2:00pm to 11:00pm) and 3rd shift (10:00pm – 9:00am). You will be required to work at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday).We strive to create an inclusive environment, and retain the talented employees who make our organization a great place to work. We offer:Paid time off (24 days per year, increase with years of service); Sick time (64 hours per year) * Retirement — 403(b) through TIAA

  • Quality Low-Cost Benefits (medical, dental, vision), pet insurance, plus student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires!
  • ASCEND – Tuition Program You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! 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 you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate)! Learn more

. * ASCEND – Student Loan Repayment – Let Devereux help pay back your student loans with student loan repayment! Learn more
.Free access to Payactiv, a platform to get a portion of your earned wages between pay periodsEmployee Assistance Program and Employee Discounts — Available the first day of employment through CarebridgeService Awards — All employees celebrating a five-year increment (5, 10, 15, etc.) anniversary receive taxable compensation in recognition of their long-term commitment to Devereux.#DSPFL Qualifications:Education:

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Social Work and experience in the field is preferred

Experience:

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), DSP, Direct Care, Behavior Technician with experience working with IDD, Mental Health and/or dually diagnosed populations preferred

Schedule:

  • Must be able to complete a two-week (Monday – Friday) new hire orientation class; hours are approximately 9:00am to 5:00pm each day. Orientation is held in Orlando by the international airport.
  • Must be able to work at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday).
  • Must be able to work holidays.

Other Requirements:

  • Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include: Drug Test, Physical, and TB Test.

  • Valid driver’s license

  • Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes. Must be able to drive a car and a passenger van (which holds up to 15 passengers).

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.For more information, please reach out us at .

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health