Behavior Support Specialist

Description

Seeking Behavior Support Specialist, working in Octorara Public School District

Position will start 11/01/2026

Starting at $21/hour up to $26.50/hour pending higher education and experience in the field

Being an Behavior Support Specialist at Devereux has its advantages

Provides behavior management support to individuals in an Elementary school setting (grades K-2). Carries out specific interventions that are developed by the Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Transfers skills to individuals’ natural support in the least restrictive environment. Supports teachers and staff in managing student behaviors, serves as an exemplar to staff and ensures efficient communication between the school, Devereux, and school district representatives.

Schedule:  M-F: 8:15am - 3:45pm:  This position is aligned with the school calendar and is a full-time role covering a 10-month period and opportunites for extended school year program in summer break.

About DESS:

DESS partners with child-serving institutions to provide services in early learning, behavioral and mental health treatment, academic interventions, and prevention programming. We also offer direct staff placement, diagnostic evaluations, and consultation services to school districts.

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
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit.
• Life and accident coverage

Interested in advancing your career? Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment! 

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid Drivers License Required
• High School Diploma or GED required
• RBT Certification required or ability to obtain RBT within first 60 days of employment
• At least 1 year of work experience with children or adolescents with behavior challenges preferred.
• Requires strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and technology skills. Must be adaptable to changing workload, able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications (especially Excel), experience with data collection/analyzing platforms.  
• Ability to meet 100% mastery of district safety techniques.

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