Behavioral Specialist - Crisis Support

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of children with developmental disabilities?

If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux team! Be a part of our expanding Day Academy located in Highland, NY.

As the Behavior Specialist (Crisis Support) at Devereux Day Academy, you will work with other dedicated education professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. Due to expansion, we are searching for an additional Behavior Specialist (Crisis Support) in order to support our growing program! We offer:

• A collaborative and supportive environment. 
• Opportunities to work directly with students alongside educators and behavior analysts within a structured classroom environment. 
• Opportunities to increase your professional development and learning. 
• Quality Low-Cost Benefits, plus student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires!
• Access to the Savi Student Loan Checkup tool to help you navigate the student loan system – quickly see your repayment plan options and discover potential savings 
• A rewarding experience helping individuals complete daily activities and achieve long term goals. 

• Salary: (commensurate with education and experience)

  With HS Diploma/GED: $22.50 - $24.08 per hour

  With BA/BS: $23.50 - $25.15 per hour

  With MA/MS or higher: $24.50 - $26.22 per hour

Devereux Day Academy Highland, an Approved Private School, offers high-quality, innovative special education programming for students in grades K-5 with the following primary diagnoses: autism, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbances, learning disabilities and speech/language impairments. Located in Highland, New York, we serve up to 40 students across five classrooms, supporting youth who require a higher level of care than may be provided in their local schools.

 

The Behavior Specialist (Crisis Support) role will provide crisis intervention and other assistance as needed to maintain safety and program integrity. The Behavior Specialists will provide support to students who need a higher level of care to participate in instruction as needed, and assist in implementation of skill acquisition and behavior support plans as directed. Under the direction of the classroom teacher, they will assist in training other staff in implementation. The Behavior Specialists (Crisis Support) will administer and implement behavior improvement programs recommended by administration and appraise the effectiveness of the program in meeting the students’ needs. In addition, they will advise staff on possible causes of student’s behavior and suggest methods of teaching alternative skills or modifying the environment. 

 

You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers – the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition assistance and student loan repayment, among other benefits! 

 

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Responsibilities

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 to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

 

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

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, human services or related field preferred.
• Have a valid NY Drivers License
• At least one year’s experience with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Free of dependency and abuse of illegal or illicit drugs, inhalants or other chemical or controlled substances. Significant, prolonged and frequent amounts of walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending and lifting of 50 pounds or more. Using standard crisis intervention procedures, must be able to singlehandedly effect the initial restraint of children and adolescents. Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens. 

 

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.