Hybrid Direct Support Professional- Residential bei The Groden Center

Direct Support Professional/ Residential Behavior Specialist  

Fulltime and Parttime Weekdays/Weekends/Holidays/Per-diem Available

Excellent opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children, adolescents and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities!   

Become a part of the Groden Center, a program that is internationally known for evidence-based programs, innovative work in self-control and effective coping procedures. and research. This position provides supervision to children, adolescents and young adults, in a residential group home setting. Supports children in functional living skills, and appropriate behaviors and social skills. DSPs/Behavior Specialists are trained by clinicians in applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles and other areas, and work with a supportive team that includes a Residential Director, Residential Manager, BCBAs, and more!  

Education, Experience and Skills  

• Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or associate degree with minimum 4 years' experience in the field.
• Must have had a valid driver's license in good standing for minimum 3yrs and insured auto.  
• Must be able to pass state and national criminal background checks.

Experience with working with individuals who have autism and developmental disabilities is preferred, but we also welcome persons new to the field who are willing to learn and make a difference!  

Benefits, Benefits, Benefits!  

The Groden Network has an excellent comprehensive benefit package. We provide:     

• Premier medical coverage with individual and family options  
• Fully paid dental plan for the individual option  
• Vision plan  
• 401k with partial matching*  
• Long -term disability insurance  
• Life insurance  
• Pet insurance
• Generous earned-time off days  
• Paid holidays     

Advancement Opportunities:   

• Tuition reimbursement PLUS on-site BCBA training program**  
•  Extensive new employee orientation  
•  Ongoing "in-house" training in a wide array of topic areas  
•  Access to professional trainings offered throughout the year  
•  Behavior Management Training  
•  First Aid/CPR Training