Habilitation Counselor

Description

This notice is being provided as a result of the filing of an application for permanent alien labor certification for the below job opportunity.  Any person may provide documentary evidence bearing on the application to the Certifying Officer of the Department of Labor at U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room N-5311, Washington, DC 20210.

Notice of Positions Availability at The Devereux Foundation

POSITION:Habilitation Counselors

DUTIES:Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team of professionals participating in the completion of skill assessments Develop drafts of Devereux Positive Behavioral Interventions (D-PBIS) Lesson Plans for multi-disciplinary professional team review, approval and implementation. Partake in clinical training of D-PBIS Lesson Plan execution.  Participate in the completion of annual assessments in preparation for goal planning for skill acquisition. Supervise and/or assists individuals in the implementation of program plans designed to improve social, emotional, physical and/or self-help skills. Communicate Lesson Plans to staff and individuals of the program.  Assists in the training of the D-PBIS lesson Plan internally to staff.  Attend clinical meetings and participates in the reporting out of behavior data for the designated program Confer with individuals to discuss their options and goals so that goals and supports can be developed. Discusses progress of individuals, challenges, successes and barriers to treatment plan implementation. Facilitate group conferences with program staff and/or individuals to discuss the programs’ active treatment plans and identifies potential challenges in the program’s environment.  Facilitates and partakes in the monthly communication with families/guardians to discuss individuals and complete documentation as required. May be assigned to other Devereux Foundation locations throughout the United States.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS: Employer requires a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling or related field.

WORKSITE:  444 Devereux Drive, Villanova, PA, 19085.

SALARY:  From $40,643 to $50,000 per year.

CONTACT:Richard Latella, rlatella@devereux.org. Include reference T3059-00HC2 (EOE).

Company Overview

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

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

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