Direct Care Staff

Company: Whitney Academy Inc.
Location: North Dighton
Posted on: January 26, 2023

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*, 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 Driver's license* Bachelor's 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: RecruitmentP.O. Box 619East Freetown, MA 02717We are an Equal Opportunity EmployerJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Referral program* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shiftSupplemental pay types:* Signing bonusWork Location: One location

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