Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Nonprofit providing clinical behavioral healthcare services
Direct Support Professional
Make a Lasting Impact. Grow With a Team That Invests in YOU!
At Devereux New Jersey, being a Direct Support Professional is more than a job. It is an opportunity to help adults with autism and developmental disabilities build greater independence, develop everyday life skills, and participate more fully in their communities. You will join a collaborative team of dedicated professionals who share your commitment to helping others thrive. While prioritizing your growth and career development.
Time Off That Supports You
We know the best DSPs thrive when they have time to recharge. Our comprehensive time off package begins on day one and includes up to 24 days of paid time off during your first year, plus 64 hours of sick time.
Affordable Healthcare Benefits
Comprehensive benefits begin just 30 days after your start date. Low-cost healthcare coverage is available with single coverage plans starting as low as $87 per pay period. https://www.mydevereuxbenefits.org/
Exceptional Management and Clinical Support
Work alongside a highly supportive management team. Where you receive training, ongoing supervision and support from other seasoned DSP’s, management as well as your regional director. Work closely with our clinical team led by Dr. Michelle Lipchock, our State Clinical Director. Fostering collaboration and problem solving.
Student Loan Reimbursement Through ASCEND
We invest in your future through our ASCEND Program, offering student loan reimbursement support to help ease financial burdens while advancing your career.
Competitive Salary & Growth Opportunities
Starting salary at $20.42, with increases based on education and experience. Opportunities for advancement and ongoing support within a collaborative environment.
Your Role on Our Team
Why Our Team Members Stay
Because here, your work has purpose. You will be part of a supportive team that recognizes your contribution, invests in your development, and gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
If you are looking for meaningful work where your compassion, energy, and commitment matter, apply to join our team as a Direct Support Professional.
Bring Your Strengths to Our Team
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.
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;
Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!
Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Compensation: 20.42 to 23.89 (USD)
Nonprofit providing clinical behavioral healthcare services
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is a large nonprofit that delivers behavioral healthcare through a nationwide network of clinical, therapeutic, educational, and employment programs for children, adults, and families. It supports autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education, and foster care by providing integrated services across clinics, schools, community settings, and foster care programs. Its scale, long history (founded in 1912), servant-leadership culture, and a dedicated ASCEND career program distinguish it from others by combining service delivery with staff development. The goal is to change lives by unlocking and nurturing the potential of people with emotional, behavioral, and cognitive differences.
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