Overview:
Direct Support Professional II - Children's Congregate Care
Pay: $20.50/hour
New Hire Sign-on Bonus: $2,000
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic, team-based environment where no two days are the same—and where your work truly matters? Join Crotched Mountain School as a Direct Support Professional II – Children’s Congregate Care and help create a safe, structured, and engaging residential experience for students with diverse needs.
Crotched Mountain School (CMS) provides innovative education and residential services for students ages 5–21 on the autism spectrum and/or with complex disabilities.
Licensed by the New Hampshire Department of Education and the Certification for Child Care Licensing Unit, CMS offers individualized programming in a supportive environment focused on independence and growth.
Through Crotched Mountain Village, students live and learn in a unique residential setting that blends education, life skills, recreation, and community engagement across a beautiful, expansive campus.
As a DSP II – Children’s Congregate Care, you will support students in a residential setting, helping them build independence through structured routines, skill-building activities, and daily living support.
This role requires a higher level of experience and responsibility, including mentoring staff, coordinating with education teams, and ensuring consistency across residential and school programming.
Benefits for Full-time employees:
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Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
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Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
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Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
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Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
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Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
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Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
Work-Life Balance:
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Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
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Vacation Cash-Out Option
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3 Paid Personal Days
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11 Paid Holidays
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Accrued Paid Sick Time
Benefits for Part-time Employees:
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Accrued Paid Sick Time
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Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
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Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!
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Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)
At CMS, you’ll be part of a close-knit residential team that helps students grow not just academically—but in life. From teaching everyday skills to celebrating milestones (big and small), your work will have a lasting impact.
If you’re ready for a rewarding role where you can support, mentor, and make a difference—we’d love to have you on the team.
Responsibilities:
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Assist residents with daily routines, including hygiene, dressing, and personal care
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Ensure students are supported in a respectful, dignified manner
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Help maintain a clean, organized household environment (yes, sometimes that means pitching in on chores)
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Align residential services with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
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Plan and supervise activities tailored to each student’s abilities and interests
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Support participation in structured programs and daily schedules
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Foster a positive, supportive environment for students
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Advocate for and protect student rights in accordance with policies and procedures
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Maintain professional and respectful communication with families, guardians, and team members
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Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans
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Attend meetings, trainings, and behavior support sessions
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Provide guidance or mentorship to newer staff as needed
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Accept and apply constructive feedback professionally
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Complete all required documentation, data collection, and record-keeping accurately and on time
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Follow all safety, program, and regulatory guidelines
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Compassion, patience, and a strong sense of responsibility
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Ability to build rapport with children and adolescents
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Flexibility and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
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Commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive setting
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
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1–3 years of related experience required
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Must be at least 21 years old
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Valid driver’s license (Class C or D)
