Children's Residential Behavioral Specialist

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Specialist to make a positive impact on the lives of children and youth. In this role, you will work closely with individuals facing various challenges, helping them develop essential skills and improve their emotional well-being. You will supervise activities, implement treatment plans, and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in the behavioral health field while making a real difference in the lives of young people. Join a supportive and fast-paced environment that values your contributions and offers professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Training

Professional Development

Opportunities for Growth

Qualifications

• Experience with psychological, emotional, behavioral disorders, trauma, or autism is advantageous.
• Must manage multiple tasks and have proficient communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist individuals in implementing program plans.
• Develop drafts of D-PBIS Lesson Plans for review and implementation.
• Implement treatment plan goals and objectives.

Skills

Behavior Management Strategies

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Computer Skills (Outlook, SharePoint, EHR, Microsoft Office)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Do you want to make a positive change in the lives of children & youth?

Are you a team player who can implement behavior management strategies to improve the lives of others?

At Devereux, as a Behavioral Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with children ages 8-21 with BH/MH diagnoses and will impact their lives by unlocking their full potential daily.

Many youths in this program have skill deficits in impulse control, emotion regulation, and developmental skills, often due to trauma. This trauma can affect their resilience, leading to feelings of emptiness, fear, abandonment, impulsivity, emotion dysregulation, and self-destructive behaviors. These traits can result in challenges in school, family conflicts, dependency, delinquency, lack of peer support, and difficulties in vocational and life skills.

Every day as a Behavioral Specialist, you will…

• Supervise and assist individuals in implementing program plans to improve social, emotional, physical, and self-help skills.
• Develop drafts of D-PBIS Lesson Plans for review and implementation by the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure the safety of the individuals you work with.
• Engage in activities such as ADLs, recreational, and social activities.
• Address and redirect inappropriate behaviors.
• Implement treatment plan goals and objectives.

What we offer:

• Opportunities for growth in behavioral health and human services fields.
• A supportive, fast-paced environment where you can participate in treatment planning.
• Paid training and professional development through the ASCEND Career Accelerator Program.
• Benefit eligibility after 30 days of employment. Learn more at MyDevereuxBenefits.org.

Available Shift: 7am - 3pm | 2pm - 10pm | 10pm - 8am

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday | Tuesday - Saturday | Every Other Weekend

Compensation: $17.50 - $22.48/hr (based on experience and education)

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services (DPACS) provides services for children and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral or psychiatric challenges. Located in West Chester and Malvern, services include psychiatric residential treatment, community-based mental health services, employment training, social skills training, and educational services for children aged 6-21 with various diagnoses.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required. Education evaluated if acquired outside the U.S.

Experience: Preferred but not required. Experience with individuals with psychological, emotional, behavioral disorders, trauma, or autism is advantageous. Must manage multiple tasks, have proficient communication and computer skills (Outlook, SharePoint, EHR, Microsoft Office), and hold a valid driver’s license.

Devereux maintains a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and fosters a culture of reporting. We cooperate fully with authorities.

Posted Date: 2 days ago (5/6/2025 11:47 AM)

Requisition ID: 2025-44184

Category: Direct Care

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote: No

Devereux promotes equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.