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Role Description

If you are a compassionate collaborator, putting people first, showing care and concern for all, where servant leadership is your passion, here’s your opportunity to become part of, and support Devereux’s outstanding Devereux Education Strategies and Solutions (DESS) team. This position is a remote position with occasional travel to Devereux locations as needed.

In this role, you will collaborate with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer:

• A unique opportunity where the work you perform will support Devereux’s Educational programs throughout the country, resulting in contributions that have relevance to the provision of services to individuals.
• Supportive team collegial work atmosphere with the ability to deliver high-quality People Operations needed to support decisions.
• The ability to serve as a servant leader in a collaborative environment with supportive leadership, while having an opportunity to make a significant impact in our organization.

Devereux’s DESS People Operations/Human Resources Department responsibilities include:

• Consultation and Service Delivery including technical assistance, research and guidance to DESS Center managers, supervisors and staff in areas including recruitment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, retention, safety and communications and compliance.
• Provides Employee relations counseling to employees. Conducts investigations, exit interviews and represents the organization in legal proceedings that involve unemployment, workers’ compensation, PHRC/EEOC or other actions involving employees and/or former employees.
• Works collaboratively with National People Operations Director and Center supervisory personnel to develop and implement retention strategies.
• Maintains People Operations System records (Oracle) to include inputting, and manipulation of data for reporting and monitoring.
• Develops and implements employee motivation, celebration, recognition and reward activities and initiatives.
• Identify, recommend, guide and/or implement organizational efforts to ensure compliance with federal, state and licensing agency regulations as well as school-based regulations.
• Maintain personnel records to ensure compliance with DESS and Devereux regulatory mandates.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Servant Leadership and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging through continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactive education to employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in People Operations/Human Resources or related field; PHR Certification preferred.
• Minimum of Five (5) years’ People Human Resources/People Operations - related experience covering key PO functions with employee relations, performance management, workers' compensation, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation and training. A master's degree in human resources or related may substitute for one year of the experience requirement.
• Experience in Behavioral Health/Education setting is preferred.
• Highly proficient with HRIS and electronic personnel systems (e.g., ADP, Oracle, myAvatar, Microsoft Office Suite).
• Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws, and compliance regulations.
• Proven experience in managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing and hiring.
• Strengths in managing and resolving employee conflicts and cultivating a positive work environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to collaborate with employees at all levels, lead teams, and provide direction and training.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Requires flexibility and an ability to adapt to the demands of rapidly changing priorities. Must demonstrate use of sound judgement and be able to make quick and accurate decisions independently.
• Systems oriented thinker, detail-oriented Servant Leader with exceptional customer service skills and accountability.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

Company 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.

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.

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.

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.