Pay: $20.50/hour
sign-on bonus: $2,000 (50% paid at 6 months and 50% paid at 12 months)
Schedule: Sunday: 7:00am - 10:00pm & Monday - Wednesday: 2:00pm -10:00pm
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.
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.
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.
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:
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)
What You'll Do:
Assist residents with daily routines, including hygiene, dressing, and personal care
Ensure students are supported in a respectful, dignified manner
Help maintain a clean, organized household environment (yes, sometimes that means pitching in on chores)
Align residential services with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
Plan and supervise activities tailored to each student’s abilities and interests
Support participation in structured programs and daily schedules
Foster a positive, supportive environment for students
Advocate for and protect student rights in accordance with policies and procedures
Maintain professional and respectful communication with families, guardians, and team members
Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans
Attend meetings, trainings, and behavior support sessions
Provide guidance or mentorship to newer staff as needed
Accept and apply constructive feedback professionally
Complete all required documentation, data collection, and record-keeping accurately and on time
Follow all safety, program, and regulatory guidelines
Compassion, patience, and a strong sense of responsibility
Ability to build rapport with children and adolescents
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive setting
At Seven Hills Foundation, 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.
High School Diploma/GED/HiSet
Two years of childcare experience
Must be at least 21 years old
