Direct Support Professional

Description

Unlock Potential. Transform Lives.

Become a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Devereux Florida

Location: Viera Campus | Viera, FL

Pay Rate: $17.00 – $20.25 / hour (Base pay + stackable pay differentials below)

Schedule Perk: Full-Time employees now enjoy an Every-Other-Weekend OFF schedule!

Maximize Your Earnings (Stackable Pay Boosts)

We value your time, background, and commitment. Your rate grows based on:

• Shift Differentials: Earn up to +$3.00/hr extra for 2nd and 3rd shifts.
• Experience Pay: Earn up to +$2.00/hr extra for prior DSP or behavioral health experience.
• Education Boost: +$0.48/hr for a Bachelor’s Degree | +$0.72/hr for a Master’s Degree.
• Certification Boost: +$0.48/hr for an active CNA or RBT certification.

Why Join Us?

At Devereux, your work goes beyond a job description—you become a mentor, guide, and champion for youth facing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. If you are passionate about human services, psychology, social work, mental health, or caregiving, this is your opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a direct impact every single day.

What You’ll Do

As a Direct Support Professional, you will work closely with a supportive clinical treatment team to empower youth to grow, thrive, and achieve their goals.

• Guide & Teach: Help youth build life, social, and communication skills.
• Provide Care: Assist with daily living activities (meals, dressing, hygiene) as needed.
• Implement Plans: Support behavioral intervention and treatment plans.
• Support in Moments of Need: Gently de-escalate crisis situations with empathy and training.
• Engage the Community: Transport youth to school, medical appointments, and fun community outings.
• Document Growth: Keep accurate daily notes to track progress with the treatment team.

Comprehensive Benefits & Rewards

We take care of you so you can take care of others:

• Generous Time Off: Up to 24 PTO days/year (increases with tenure) + up to 64 hours of sick time.
• Health & Wellness: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage through Devereux Benefits.
• Financial & Education Growth:
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • ASCEND Tuition Program & Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Payactiv: Access your earned wages before payday when you need them.
• Support Services: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & exclusive retail/service discounts.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today to launch your career in behavioral health and change lives at Devereux!

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Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required

Experience: No Experience? No Problem! We believe in investing in our people. That’s why we offer a comprehensive two-week orientation to set you up for success, followed by continuous on-the-job training throughout your career at Devereux. 

Schedule: Currently hiring for 2nd shift (2:30pm to 11:00pm) and 3rd shift (10:45pm - 7:15am)

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• For full-time, you will be required to work every other weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sundays). 
• For part-time, you will be required to work at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday).
• Must be able to complete a two-week (Monday - Friday) new hire orientation class; hours are approximately 9:00am to 5:00pm each day. Orientation is held in Titusville.

Other Requirements:

• Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include: Drug Test, Physical, and TB Test.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Successfully pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida. To learn more visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
• Valid driver's license.  Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes.  Must be able to drive a car and a passenger van (which holds up to 15 passengers). 

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

For more information, please reach out us at [email protected]. 

Company Overview

Company Overview 

Devereux 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. 

Our Culture, Our Expectations  

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. 

What Devereux Offers You 

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 www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!  

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE

Compensation: 17 to 20.25 (USD)