Are you an educational professional who wants to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs? If you have answered yes then we would like to hear from you!
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus!!
This is a non-exempt hourly position starting at $19.53/hour with increases available for relevent experience, up to $21
Schedule: Days
The Devereux CARES (Center for Autism Research and Education Services) School in Fitchburg, MA is a small private special education school that supports students ages 8-22 with Autism Spectrum Disorders, developmental disabilities, dual diagnoses, and social skills deficits. Our primary goal is to teach functional and pro-social skills that can be easily generalized to the student’s community and home. There is a strong emphasis on functional communication and skill acquisition using Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support. At The CARES School, students learn academic, social, daily living, and independent living skills, as well as community and vocational skill development.
The Administrative Specialist assists the principal in the administration of office activities and performs secretarial and highly responsible clerical and administrative work of a confidential nature under limited supervision of assigned supervisor.
Being an Adinistrative Specialist at Devereux has its Advantages.
You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.
As an Administrative Specialist, you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer you the privilege of being able to work really closely with some of the most vulnerable people in our community to build on their strengths and truly make a contribution to an improvement in their lives as well as:
- A fun, fast paced and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow in the Behavioral Healthcare field.
- Being a part of an interactive team that includes; nursing, education, therapists, psychiatrists and you!
- The ability to have influence in our kid's treatment plans.
- The opportunity to teach at-risk youth valuable life skills.
Keywords: non-profit, children, adolescents, behavioral health, Foster Care, Foster Care, Administrative, Administrative Specialist, Admin
Devereux is committed to the health and safety of our staff. All Devereux centers have formal infectious-disease and emergency-management plans tailored to specifically address the unique aspects of communicable disease prevention including COVID-19. Learn More: https://jobs.devereux.org/#covid.
QualificationsRequirements:
Must be 21 years of age or olderValid Drivers LicenseHigh School diploma or equivalent required. BA/S preferred.3 years clerical experience demonstrating the ability to work with the public, referring agencies and professionals required
Ability to attend 2 week New Hire Orientation, Monday - Friday from 8AM - 4PMMust be flexible, creative, willing to assume various responsibilities, and have excellent written/verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Windows, MS Word & Excel required. Some knowledge of graphics software preferred.
Devereux requires all individuals interviewing for a position involving contact with children to complete The Diana Screen, a screening that assesses a candidate’s understanding of appropriate boundaries between adults and children.
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