Senior Child Care Specialist / Direct Care Worker
Pay Rate: $22.00 – $23.92/hour (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: $4,000
Schedule: Sunday 9a-11p, Monday 3p-11p, Tuesday 2p-11p, Wednesday 2p-11p
Join the Stetson School team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth every day. Stetson School, an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation, is a residential treatment program for youth with trauma-related complex behaviors. We are seeking Senior Child Care Specialists / Direct Support Professionals for all shifts to positively impact students’ lives while being part of a therapeutic team.
ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Child Care Specialist provides leadership during assigned shifts by overseeing daily routines, ensuring tasks are completed, and supporting behavioral management. They mentor new staff, assume team-in-charge or campus back-up responsibilities as needed, promptly report all critical incidents to supervisors or administrators, and perform all other required tasks as well as:
Engage and interact with students, serving as a positive role model and promoting a safe, healing community.Support individualized treatment goals to help students develop healthy life skills and aid in trauma recovery.Assist with student activities, including recreational off-campus trips, home visits, and special events.Collaborate with the therapeutic team to support student growth and development.Paid in-person 10-day New Employee Orientation (mandatory)
Training in CPR/First Aid, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), and Trauma-Informed Care
Program-specific training at the worksite
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Health & Retirement
Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield with generous company contribution
Enhanced retirement plan with 25–33% employer match based on tenure
Education & Financial Support
Student loan assistance: consolidation, counseling, and limited employer contributions
Tuition assistance and discounted tuition through college/university partnerships
Home mortgage initiative: favorable down payment (3–5%) and reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills
Work-Life Balance
Generous paid vacation: 3 weeks in your first year, with vacation cash-out option
3 paid personal days
11 paid holidays
Accrued paid sick time
QualificationsQualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 3 years’ experience in residential, behavioral health, or human services setting
Previous supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work a flexible, rotating second-shift schedule
Commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed environment
Valid driver's license from state of residence.Authorization to work for any employer in the US.Application Assistance:
We value every applicant. If you experience any difficulty in applying or need assistance, please contact Sarah at Slelievre@sevenhills.org or 978-636-4212.
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