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DescriptionThe position will travel to foster homes throughout Broward Co. The office is located on University Dr. in Pembroke PinesDo you enjoy helping children and family with special needs achieve their goals? If so, consider becoming a Behavior Specialist with Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health!Being a Behavior Specialist has its AdvantagesAs a Behavior Specialist at Devereux, you will actively assist your assigned clients in the participation, involvement and routine of their individualized program. We offer:
Opportunity to work with one of the largest, national non-profit organizations with mission focus and a servant leader culture
Supervision and guidance from experts in the field of Behavior Analysis with possible career progression to Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCaBA)
Excellent low-cost, high coverage health benefits, generous time off, and retirement, tuition reimbursement, public servant student loan forgiveness, AND MORE!
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Florida provides programs and services for children and families in the foster care system whose needs may extend to child with Intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Based out of Pembroke Pines, FL, this position is responsible for providing both direct and indirect behavior analysis and behavioral programming services to clients. Responsibilities include the development of an individualized behavioral program and master treatment plan for all assigned clients. This role will work within a multidisciplinary team to review the client's treatment, goals, progress and future needs.Keywords: behavior specialist, behavior analyst, applied behavior analysis, ABA, BCaBA, Autism, intellectually and developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, non-profitQualificationsEducation:
Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Analysis, Psychology, Mental Health, Social Work, Rehabilitation, Special Education, or Human Services field required.
Experience:
1+ years working with children with developmental disabilities and behaviors
Other Requirements:
Must be 21 years of age or over
Valid driver's license in the state of FL in good standing
Company OverviewAbout Devereux Advanced Behavioral HealthDevereux Advanced Behavioral Health is one of the largest and most advanced behavioral healthcare organizations in the country. Informed by the latest advancements in science and medicine, we combine evidence-based interventions with compassionate family engagement to help change lives. We were founded in 1912 by special education pioneer, Helena Devereux. Today, Devereux is a national nonprofit partner for individuals, families, schools and communities, serving many of the most vulnerable members of our society in areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, and child welfare.Our Mission: Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.We employ more than 7,500 staff and operate 15 centers in 13 states. We offer a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs and services that positively impact the lives of tens of thousands of children, adults and their families every year.Our Culture, Our ExpectationsAt Devereux, we strive to incorporate servant leadership into our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework; from the delivery of quality services to individuals served, their families, and other stakeholders to the development and empowerment of our employees. We offer challenging and exciting work, and our supportive team environment creates an empowering and positive atmosphere. To be successful in our work environment, you will put the needs of others first, and will feel called to serve, and called to lead.Competitive Salary and BenefitsIn addition to a competitive salary, Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Our benefit programs include medical (including telemedicine - medical care via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, mental health services and an employee assistance / work-life balance program. In addition, we offer tuition assistance, generous time-off, a 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.Visit benefits.devereux.org to see why we are a great place to work!The employment policies of Devereux are to recruit and hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, communication ability, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation and to treat them equally with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement - including upgrading, promotion and transfer - consistent with individual skills and the needs of Devereux.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to race, religion, sex, color, age, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, national origin, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or uniform service member status.Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOERequisition ID 2019-7400Category ClinicalPosition Type Full-Time
