Direct Care Staff

Company: Whitney Academy Inc.
Location: North Dighton
Posted on: November 21, 2022

Job Description:

Are you seeking a full-time opportunity that makes a difference in a child's life?

Are you looking for a rewarding position in human services?

Whitney Academy is a unique, Joint Commission accredited, residential treatment center, serving adolescent boys with cognitive delays, psychiatric diagnoses and behavior problems. Individuals in this position provide direct services and create a positive difference in the lives of children with special needs.

Whitney Academy offers many benefits to its employees such as: a *$2,100.00 SIGN-ON BONUS*, quarterly Bonuses, work stipends, free gym membership, paid time off, and annual increases! We are currently accepting applications for our intensive treatment programs located in Dighton, Assonet and Freetown, Massachusetts.

*Direct Care Staff \_2nd Shift (Full Time)*

*Responsibilities: *

* Make a difference in a Child's Life
* Function as a Healthy Role-Model
* Participation in Student Therapy Groups
* Participation in Recreational Activities
* Promote Appropriate Social Interactions
* Mentor Adolescents with their Life Skills Development
* Assistance in Community Integration
* Behavior Management
* Model Elements of a Healthful Living
* 1 to 2 Staff to Student Ratios on 2nd Shift

*Requirements: *

* Communicates well in both verbal and written
* Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment with coworkers and supervisors
* Excellent problem-solving skills
* Candidates must posses a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent and a Valid Drivers license
* Bachelors degree from an accredited university - preferred but not necessary (specific experience when applicable may be substituted)
* RMV, CORI and DSS checks are required.

*Benefits: *

* *$2,100.00 SIGN-ON BONUS!*
* *Salary UP TO $50,544.00; *commensurate with degree and experience in a related field
* Quarterly bonuses & Work stipends
* Tuition Assistance after One Year of Employment
* Free Gym Membership
* Fully Paid Medical and Dental Insurance (Single Plan)
* Annual Merit Increases
* 2 Weeks Paid Vacation Weeks Per Year to Start
* 11 Paid Holidays
* Paid Sick Time
* 403b
* Fully Paid Life and Disability Insurance
* *$2,100.00 REFERRAL BONUS!*

*Interested parties please Call, Email or Mail resumes to: *

*Call: 1(508) 763-2202 Ext. 329*

The Whitney Academy, Inc.

Attn: Recruitment

P.O. Box 619

East Freetown, MA 02717

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Signing bonus

Work Location: One location

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