Are you looking to build a career rather than take a job? Do you want an employer who offers competitive pay while understanding the importance of work-life balance? Do you want a career that challenges you, and makes a difference in your community? If yes, Spurwink is hiring candidates like you to become Direct Care Workers at its facility in Westbrook.

Learn to deliver state-of-the-art treatment to youth in a collaborative, team-based environment, and jumpstart a fulfilling career with plenty of opportunities for advancement. This is a fast-paced and dynamic work environment and is the perfect opportunity for candidates who like to work hard and have fun while doing it. The Direct Care Worker position pays $18 per hour.

Robust Benefits Package:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after 1 year of service)
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Pet Insurance

BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

• Flexibility of Schedules
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000 annually)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Verizon & Sprint Cell Phone Discounts
• Opportunity for Same Day Pay

Don't apply to just any job. Jumpstart your career with Spurwink by getting in touch with us today.

DUTIES:

Develop relationships with the children we serve who have emotional and behavioral disorders while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment and routines. Plan and lead group and individual activities that will help the children we serve achieve life and real-world skills, creating opportunities for them to succeed. Perform behavior management, therapeutic duties, and crisis intervention. Participate in reflective practice and supervision. Contribute to the management of the residence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or G.E.D. Prior experience and training in positions similar to that of the Direct Care Worker/Direct Support Professionals or with children and their families faced with emotional and behavioral challenges. Direct Care Workers/Direct Support Professionals must complete OQMHP licensure requirements within the first few months of employment and must maintain it throughout their employment at Spurwink in this role. It is required that they will participate in designated in-service training programs and ongoing training is required. Basic computer skills are required.

Spurwink considers the health and safety of its clients, staff, contractors, and the community to be its highest priority. In this rapidly evolving coronavirus pandemic, Spurwink is working closely with the CDC, DHHS, DOE, CDS, and other partners to operate in the manner that is safest for all while also providing essential behavioral health services.

Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.