Direct Support Professional II - Senior Child Care Specialist

Overview

 

 

 

Direct Care Professional II - Senior Child Care Specialist 

Stetson School, an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus – Limited Time!New Pay Rate: $23.00–$24.92/hour (based on experience)

 The Senior Child Care Specialist provides leadership and guidance during residential shifts, ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment for students. This role oversees the implementation of daily routines and unit-specific tasks while supervising behavioral management interventions. The Senior Child Care Specialist mentors' new staff, assumes team-in-charge responsibilities as assigned, and serves as backup for campus leadership when needed. 

 

Schedule: Full-time, 4-day work week

• Sunday 9a-11p
• Monday 3p-11p
• Tuesday 2p-11p
• Wednesday 2p-11p

Benefits for Full Time Employees

Health InsuranceOffered through Blue Cross Blue Shield with generous employer contribution

Enhanced Retirement Plan25 to 33 percent employer match based on tenure

Student Loan AssistanceLoan consolidation support, counseling, and limited employer contribution

Tuition BenefitsDiscounted tuition through college and university partnershipsTuition assistance for reimbursed or prepaid coursework

Home Mortgage InitiativeFavorable down payment options of 3 to 5 percentReduced closing costs co paid by Seven Hills Foundation

Work Life Balance

3 paid personal days11 paid holidaysAccrued paid sick time

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to students in a structured residential treatment setting, ensuring safety and meeting students’ daily physical, emotional, and developmental needs.

• Serve as a positive role model by reinforcing appropriate behavior, healthy routines, and life skills using trauma informed practices aligned with the ACORN treatment model.

• Maintain constant visual and auditory supervision of students and implement daily schedules, routines, and program activities.

• Respond to student behavior using approved behavior management strategies using Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Non-Violent Crisis Intervention techniques, including participation in physical intervention when necessary.

• Support student participation in recreational, skill building, on campus, and approved off campus activities.

• Collaborate with treatment team members and serve as a student advocate as assigned.

• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including shift notes, incident reports, and behavioral tracking.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized living environment and respond appropriately to student health and safety needs.

• Attend required trainings, meetings, and maintain current CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications.

• Maintain reliable attendance, professional conduct, and teamwork to support a safe and therapeutic environment.

• Additional responsibilities include the proper management of recreation funds, student personal money, and holiday or birthday funds in compliance with program policies.
• The specialist ensures timely reporting of critical incidents and concerning events to supervisors or administrators, maintaining clear communication and adherence to established protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications

 

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• High School Diploma, HiSET, GED, or equivalent required.

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

• Ability to pass required background checks, including CORI, DCF Abuse and Neglect, Sex Offender Registry, and federal fingerprinting.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to use basic math, reasoning, and problem-solving skills in daily work.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain professional boundaries, and work effectively as part of a team.

• Ability to remain awake, alert, and attentive while on duty.

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including participation in CPI physical restraint with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred

• Experience working with youth in residential, behavioral health, or human services settings.
• Demonstrated ability to be an engaged, reliable, and collaborative member of a multidisciplinary team.

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