Direct Care Professional

Details: Be a part of creating meaningful, independent and productive lives for children and adolescents who receive services from our adolescent girls 12 bed Therapeutic Group Home in Cocoa, FL.  We have a current opening for a part time Direct Care Professional.  The Direct Care Professional position will allow you to find purpose and give you room to grow in the largest not-for-profit provider of services to children and families in Florida.  All Direct Care Professionals are expected to implement our Philosophy of Care which is to provide:Individual ServicesEffective and Accountable ServicesUtilize Positive Approaches Shift Available: 2nd shift (3 p.m.-11 p.m.) & 3rd shift (11 p.m.-10 a.m.) availability to work weekends and holidays requiredAs a Direct Care Professional, you will be expected to actively assist your assigned clients in the participation, involvement and routine of their individualized program.Examples include but are not limited to:Personal hygieneChores and Room CarePeer Interaction and Socialization (i.e. appropriate social interactions, practicing taking turns and working an s a team member)Meal PreparationRecreation activities Assist in School WorkMedication AdministrationImportant things to know about this job?.What Training will I receive while working as a Direct Care Professional?Safe and Positive Approaches to restraintsCPR and First AIDSuicide PreventionLearn to apply the governing principles of Devereux?s treatment model and so much more?What Level of position is the Direct Care Professional?The DCP is an entry-level positionDesigned for individuals with little or no previous experience working with children and adolescents with emotional and mental health issuesIdeal for those just beginning a career in the field of human servicesIdeal for those who have a real interest in the study of psychology, behavioral health care or social servicesPerfect for those who want to make a real difference in someone?s life What is the potential for Advancement above a Part Time Direct Care Professional?Devereux prefers to develop employees and promote from within.  This often means your Manager has learned and gained their experience in the same job you are applying for.  The next level position is typically for individuals who have had some formal experience working with children with special needs in a residential setting.  With 15 Centers in 11 states and Florida being the largest, Devereux is the largest, non-profit behavioral healthcare organization in the USA.  We offer the opportunity to learn, grow, and accomplish the extraordinary.   There is potential for full time and management opportunities for those who strive to implement our Philosophy of Care and improve the lives of our clients.If you?re a highly motivated person who wants to thrive in a high energy, leading-edge mental health and behavioral healthcare environment, you will find that Devereux is a great place to build your career and professional skills.KEYWORDS:behavioral, social work, direct care, mental health, psychology, human services, metal illness, therapy, clinical, adolescent, children, support

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