Program Supervisor- Inpatient Adolescent

Devereux; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Student loan assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Devereux Children’s Behavioral Health Center is hiring a Program Supervisor in Malvern, PA. You will lead residential services, ensure client safety, and supervise staff within a clinically focused inpatient setting for children and adolescents experiencing psychiatric crises.

The role emphasizes behavior management, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and skill-building activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or 60 college credits with related experience
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience required
• Ability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches (SPA) techniques

Responsibilities

• Ensure individuals are safe and in a therapeutic treatment environment
• Plan and implement residential program services for assigned clients
• Assist in supervising clients in program activities and leisure time
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to staff

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Plan and implement services

Safety and behavioral support

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

60 college credits in a human services discipline

Job description

Do you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of children & youth? Are you interested in working in a clinically based environment and gaining knowledge/experience with children in the field of psychiatric and mental health services?

Being Program Supervisor at Devereux Children's Behavioral Health Center has its Advantages!

Every Day As a Program Supervisor You Will

• Ensure the individuals you are working with are safe and in a therapeutic treatment environment.
• Plan and implement residential program services for assigned clients.
• Assist in providing supervision of clients in program activities and leisure time.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to staff.

You Will Be Offered

• Opportunities to learn and grow in the behavioral health and human services fields.
• Specialized training opportunities including PBIS, ABA, TIC, Safe and Positive Approaches, DBT and IEP.
• Opportunities to teach youth valuable life skills and be a positive role model.
• Quality Low-Cost Benefits, student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period.
• ASCEND- Career Accelerator Program
• Rate $25.00 to $28.50 an hour
• Available shifts:
  • 7am -3:30pm
  • off one day throughout the week and every other Saturday and Sunday
  • Does require 1 week of orientation, M-F, 9a-5p in West Chester

As a Program Supervisor at Devereux Children’s Behavioral Health Center (DCBHC) Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer an environment that is supportive, educational and clinically focused. Devereux Children’s Behavioral Health Center (DCBHC) provides programs and services for children and adolescents who are experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis within a safe and compassionate inpatient environment. Located in Malvern, PA this position is responsible for establishing and maintaining a therapeutic rapport with adolescents while assisting, supporting and instructing individuals in self-help, coping skills and positive behavioral interventions outlined in a clinical treatment plan.

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services (DPACS)

center serves children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders. Located in West Chester and Malvern Pennsylvania, services provided include psychiatric residential treatment (PRTF), acute inpatient psychiatric hospital (AIP), assessment services, community-based mental health services, community-based employment training and social skills training, and approved private school educational services to male and female children and adolescents (6-21 years of age) with diagnoses of intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, concomitant psychiatric and behavioral challenges often associated with experiencing some level of trauma in their lives.

Qualifications

EDUCATION : Bachelors degree from an accredited college with at least twelve credits hours in a human services discipline to include but not limited to psychology, sociology, social work, education, pastoral counseling, political science, heath, recreation, criminal justice, counseling; and a minimum of two years direct care experience; OR 60 college credits from an accredited college with at least twelve credit hours in a human services discipline (as described above), and three years direct care experience.

EXPERIENCE : Minimum of one year of supervisory experience required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Significant amounts of walking, sitting, and standing. Some lifting and/or managing resistance required related to applying physical intervention techniques – upwards of 75-100 lbs. or more. Some repetitive wrist/hand movements, normal hearing and vision. Occasional use of computers and office equipment. Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes . Ability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches (S&PA) techniques.

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.

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

• 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 www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

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