Devereux PA Children's Services (DPACS) West Chester, PA Job Fair: February 11, 2026

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health • West Chester, PA

12d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

On-site / In Person Job Fair Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity working with children with Special Needs, Challenging Behaviors or Behavioral Health diagnoses? Do you want to join a multi-disciplinary team with a strengths-based approach, emphasizing applied behavior analysis and positive behavior supports? If you answered YES! to either of these questions, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team! Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Time: 12:30am-4:30pm Location: Chester County Library, 450 Exton Square Parkway, Exton, Pa 19341 2nd floor- Struble Room Positions Available: Clinical Educational Direct Support Nursing Supervisory Support Staff and much more! RSVP: Ze'Aira Boggess @[email protected] - Direct Support Teri Johnson @ [email protected] - Supervisory/ Mental Health Tech/ Clinical Andrew Wright @[email protected] - Educational Andrew [Drew] Grieshober @[email protected] - Nursing Must be at least 21 years of age -High School Diploma- Valid Driver's License (Not required at all locations) If education was acquired outside of the U.S. an education evaluation is required Drug Free Workplace/Testing Required -EOE Direct Support Hourly rates vary from $17.50 - $23.05 Rates are based on position, program location, and experience. Click Here to learn more about Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Pennsylvania Children’s Services (DPACS) serves children, and adolescents 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, 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. Please Apply On-line prior to the Event Keywords: Mental Health, Autism, PCA, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work, Residential Treatment, Sociology, Human Service, Juvenile Justice, Residential Treatment, Criminal Justice Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. One (1) year of human service experience working with children, adolescents, and adults preferred. The IDEAL candidate will... Be empathetic, a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, energetic, creative, understand the theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement, and represent yourself as a positive role model. Additionally, you must be able to complete required new hire orientation class, have a strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with special needs and possess a valid license. 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. Work Environment: Regularly works inside areas that are adequately lighted and ventilated. Some fluctuations in temperature. Use of Protective equipment such as latex gloves, facial mask protective eyewear, and gown. Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Some degree of physical involvement in exercise of Safe and Positive Approaches. 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

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid Driver's License (Not required at all locations)
• If education was acquired outside of the U.S. an education evaluation is required
• Drug Free Workplace/Testing Required
• One (1) year of human service experience working with children, adolescents, and adults preferred
• Ability to complete required new hire orientation class
• Have a strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with special needs
• Possess a valid license

Nice To Haves

• Be empathetic
• Be a team player
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be energetic
• Be creative
• Understand the theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement
• Represent yourself as a positive role model

Benefits

• Supportive environment where you can be an active contributor to the treatment planning process.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities with the ASCEND career accelerator program.
• Tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Best available, highest quality, low-cost benefit options
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees