Therapeutic Home Specialist (Foster Care)

Description 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. The Therapeutic Home Specialist (Treatment Coordinator) supervises and supports therapeutic home providers in maintaining and delivering high quality behavioral health services to Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) individuals who have a wide range of social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. This position participates as an active member of the treatment team by: conducting assessments; facilitating service/ treatment plan development, review and implementation, developing, supporting, and monitoring behavioral interventions; performing crisis intervention/stabilization through consultation and support; and coordinating services.

Salary

• $26.44/hr - $29.08/hr Benefits and Rewards We strive to create an inclusive environment, and retain the talented employees who make our organization a great place to work.
• We offer: Paid time off (24 days per year, increase with years of service); Sick time (64 hours per year) ASCEND, career accelerator program and tuition assistance. Learn more HERE. Retirement, eM Life for Mental Health and Work/Life Programs, Service Anniversary Awards Free access to Payactiv, a platform to get a portion of your earned wages between pay periods
• Quality
• Low-Cost
• Benefits (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance): 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires! http://benefits.devereux.org

Qualifications

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or another related human-service field. A master’s degree from an accredited program in social work or another human-services field is preferred Two (2) years related experience with a bachelor's degree; no additional experience required with a Master's degree Works in office and home or community settings as well as throughout the service area, its premises and in the community. OTHER: Must be 21 years of age or older (per licensing standards) Valid New Mexico Driver's License & pass DMV 36-month history check Pre-employment Physical and Job Demand Assessment (if applicable) Drug test within 24hrs of offer w/ negative results Ability to attend full time New Hire Orientation Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm (paid) 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 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