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Devereux lists this Direct Care Professional opportunity in scottsdale, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Devereux Arizona Residential Treatment CenterDevereux Arizona's Residential Treatment Center (RTC) provides intensive, 24-hour support for youth aged 7 to 17, who are experiencing serious emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. In a structured, therapeutic environment, we combine clinical expertise with compassionate, trauma-informed care to help youth heal, grow and build a brighter future. The RTC features dormitories, an accredited K-12 school, food services, 24/7 on-site nursing, and specialized therapy and clinical services.Direct Care ProfessionalsDirect Care Professionals (DCP) provide direct supervision and assist the day-to-day schedule for campus individuals. Direct support duties include:Helping individuals with their mental health, managing behaviors and emotional needs, de-escalating crisis situations, treatment plan implementationPersonal care (bathing, dressing), medication management, transport, and fostering social skillsDocumenting progress for daily, weekly, and monthly logs, adhering to the activity schedule, and attending weekly clinical supervision meetingsAssisting with the planning and implementation of enrichment activities such as art projects, music groups, culinary arts, various athletics (basketball, soccer, swimming), and adult-transition prep!Additional DetailsPay Range: $20/hr - $22/hrShift Differentials Opportunities: $1/hr. 3:00pm-11:00pm and $2/hr. 11:00pm-7:00amVarious Scheduling Options; ability to work afternoons/nights and weekends (schedules are subject to change)Work Location: 6436 E Sweetwater Ave., Scottsdale, Arizona 85254QualificationsMust be 21 years of age or olderHigh School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or relevant field preferredSix (6) weeks of behavioral health work experience requiredAbility to attend full time new hire orientation Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm (paid)Drug test within 24hrs of offer w/ negative resultsPre-employment Physical and Job Demand AssessmentValid Arizona Driver's License & pass DMV 36-month history checkCurrent AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card with no restrictions (or eligibility to obtain with no restrictions)Benefits and RewardsPaid time off (24 days per year, increase with years of service); Sick time (64 hours per year)ASCEND, career accelerator program and tuition assistanceRetirement, eM Life for Mental Health and Work/Life Programs, Service Anniversary AwardsFree access to Payactiv, a platform to get a portion of your earned wages between pay periodsQuality Low-Cost Benefits (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance): 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires!Company OverviewDevereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer:Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.Employee assistance / work-life balance program.Visit to see why Devereux is a great place to work!Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
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scottsdale, AZ, 85254, US
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