About this role
Overview
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Pay: $25.00/hr
Medically Complex Behavioral Residence | Groton, MA
Lead with purpose. Make a difference every shift.
We’re seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Supervisor to support youth with complex medical and behavioral needs in a trauma-informed, therapeutic residential setting. This role blends hands-on support, team leadership, and clinical awareness in a highly meaningful environment.
Benefits for Full-time employees:
- Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
- Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
- Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
- Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
- Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
- Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
Work-Life Balance:
- Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
- Vacation Cash-Out Option
- 3 Paid Personal Days
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Accrued Paid Sick Time
Benefits for Part-time Employees:
- Accrued Paid Sick Time
- Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
- Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!
- Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
Lead and support a shift of DSP staff while working in ratio
Create, maintain, and model a safe, therapeutic treatment milieu
Ensure youth safety, structure, and engagement throughout the day
Coach, guide, and support staff to promote teamwork and professionalism
Monitor daily programming and intervene proactively to prevent crisis
Document care, complete shift notes, and follow treatment plans
Support daily operations including meals, chores, and unit upkeep
Use CPI-approved de-escalation strategies; physical intervention only when necessary
Serve as an essential employee and respond during emergencies as required
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
High school diploma or GED required
1–3 years of experience working with youth in a residential setting
Ability to lead with professionalism, compassion, and calm under pressure
Strong communication, boundary-setting, and team-building skills
Trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally responsive approach
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Why Join Us
Make a direct impact on youth with complex needs
Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team
Gain leadership experience in a therapeutic environment
Training provided (CPI, CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration)
If you’re a dependable leader who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven setting and believes in the power of compassionate care—we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and help create stability, safety, and opportunity for youth who need it most.
Other facts
About Seven Hills Foundation
Seven Hills Foundation promotes and encourages the empowerment of people with disabilities and significant life challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well-being and independence.
Currently offering programming at 190 locations throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Seven Hills Foundation employs more than 4,600 professionals. The Foundation offers a continuum of support and services to more than 28,000 children and adults through 14 Affiliate organizations.
Remember – “To the world you may be one person – but to one person you may be the world” - Be that person at Seven Hills!
What you'll do
- The Direct Support Professional Supervisor will lead and support a team of DSP staff while ensuring the safety and engagement of youth with complex needs. Responsibilities include monitoring daily programming, documenting care, and intervening proactively to prevent crises.
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