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The Devereux Foundation traces its roots back to 1912 when a remarkable young Philadelphia educator took an extraordinary interest in youngsters who were considered "slow" by most of her colleagues. Helena T. Devereux, who is considered a pioneer in the field of special education, operated on the premise that each of the students assigned to her could learn and grow in an environment tailored to their needs. Basically, her philosophy was that "every child is a program."

Further, Helena Devereux went beyond the normal role of the teacher. She believed that the classroom was just one segment of life's learning opportunities; and that daily living skills, socialization, and recreation set the stage for fruitful experiences.

Helena Devereux acted on her beliefs. In her parents' home, three students learned not only the three R's, but they also acquired skills of daily living that Miss Devereux felt could only be taught in an around-the-clock program. After her success with these youngsters, she borrowed $500 and began her first residential treatment program in Devon, Pennsylvania.

As news of Helena Devereux's work spread, so did requests from parents of children who had special needs -- families from Pennsylvania, from California, from Texas, and from other states. Miss Devereux's reputation also attracted professionals from education, psychiatry, psychology, and social work who wanted to work with this pioneer as she helped her "special" youngsters.

Today, following the philosophy of Helena Devereux, close to 6,000 staff members at all levels provide professional and quality care to more than 15,000 individuals annually. These children, adolescents and adults come to Devereux from forty-three states and five foreign countries. In a wide range of settings -- from home, school, and community to campus-based programs and hospitals -- Devereux provides services to individuals of all ages who have emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs.

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  • Child Welfare Data Specialist

    Be a part of creating meaningful, independent and productive lives for children and adolescents who receive services from Devereux Florida. We have a...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    FL - Orlando

  • Program Manager

    Looking for dedicated staff to be part of our Adult Foster Care program in Tucson (Pima county). The Program Manager of Adult Services will supervise...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    AZ - Tucson

  • Parent Educator

    Like working with children and familes?  Devereux AZ is looking for dedicated staff to be part of our Parent Educator program in Mesa.  If you want to...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    AZ - Mesa

  • Program Coordinator

    PA Adult Services is currently seeking a full-time Program Coordinator for our community group homes . Directs the daily operation of assigned...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    PA - Berwyn

  • Housekeeping Assistant

    Seeking A Part Time Housekeeper (Starting Rate: $9.50 per hour)                                                                       Schedule:...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    GA - Kennesaw

  • Direct Support Professional

    Devereux's Brandywine Program, located in Glenmoore, PA (just minutes from Exton and 20 minutes from West Chester, 35 minutes from Reading, PA) is...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    PA - Glenmoore

  • Nurse RN - Weekends

    Devereux Texas - League City, is currently seeking a  Part-time Registered Nurse for   Weekend shifts for 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. shift.  The RN is...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    TX - League City

  • Foster Care Specialist

    Make a difference working in Foster Care and be part of a great team!  The Specialist will monitor the foster home by ensuring the home is constantly...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    AZ - Phoenix

  • Nurse RN - Compressed Weekends

    Devereux Texas - League City, is currently seeking a Part-time Registered Nurse for Compressed Weekend shifts for 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. shift and the...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    TX - League City

  • Nurse RN - Compressed Weekends

    Devereux Texas - League City, is currently seeking a  Part-time Registered Nurse for Compressed Weekend shifts (every other weekend) for 7:00 a.m. - 3...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    TX - League City

  • Nurse RN - Compressed Weekends

    Devereux Texas - League City, is currently seeking a  Full time Registered Nurse for Compressed Weekend shifts for 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. shift and the...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    TX - League City

  • Program Supervisor

    We are seeking a full-time Program Supervisor to work in one of our community based group homes located in Gladwyne, PA. The position will oversee...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    PA - Gladwyne

  • Nurse RN - Weekends

    Devereux Texas - League City, is currently seeking a  Part-time Registered Nurse for   Weekend shifts for 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. shift.  The RN is...

    Posted on 6/19/2013

    TX - League City

  • Direct Support Professional/Residential Counselor

    Devereux's Mapleton Program in Malvern, PA is currently seeking part-time, Direct Support Professionals. We have most shifts available with an very...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    PA - Malvern

  • Direct Support Professional

    Devereux Pennsylvania Children's IDD Services is seeking Part-Time Direct Support Professionals to work Every other Weekend! Available Shifts: 7am -...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    PA - West Chester

  • Substitute Teacher

    Devereux Massachusetts is currently seeking a  Substitute Teacher . As a Teacher you will be responsible for planning and implementing educational...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    MA - Rutland

  • Direct Support Professional

    Seeking PT Role Models (Starting Rate: $11.00 per hour...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    GA - Kennesaw

  • Mental Health Technician

    As a Mental Health Technician , you will be expected to actively assist your assigned clients in the participation, involvement and routine of their...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    FL - Palm Bay

  • Behavior Analyst

    Be a part of creating meaningful, independent and productive lives for children and adolescents who receive services from our 6 bed all boys DD group...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    FL - Cape Coral

  • Child Welfare Projects Manager

    Be a part of creating meaningful, independent and productive lives for children and adolescents who receive services from Devereux Florida. We have a...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    FL - Orlando

  • Program Manager

    We are currently seeking a Program Manager for our Girl's Program. As a Progam Manager you will be responsible for the responsible for overall day to...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    MA - Rutland

  • Maintenance Specialist

    Devereux Colorado is looking for a Maintenance Specialist to join our team!  We are renovating buildings on our Westminster and Wheat Ridge properties...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    CO - Westminster

  • Part-Time Administrative Specialist

    Devereux Massachusetts is currently seeking a Part-Time Administrative Specialist . The role of an Administrative Assistant is to assist department in...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    MA - Rutland

  • Direct Support Professional - Part-Time Positions

    Devereux's Brandywine Program, located in Glenmoore, PA (just minutes from Exton, PA) is seeking part-time Direct Support Professionals to work 1st,...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    PA - Glenmoore

  • Parent Aide

    Looking for dedicated staff to be part of our Parent Aide program in Phoenix (Maricopa county).  If you want to work with children and families to...

    Posted on 6/18/2013

    AZ - Phoenix