The Next Level of Career Fulfillment
Devereux ASCEND is a unique and comprehensive career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral health team members the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance they need to reach their full potential.
With ASCEND Career Accelerator, Devereux is empowering team members at all levels to follow their passions, grow their skills, and make the greatest positive impact with the families we serve.
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Ready to take your career to new heights? See everything Devereux ASCEND Career Accelerator has to offer.
Multi-track Career Advancement
Broad variety of enriching career tracks designed to expand and accelerate your advancement opportunities in each role, at every level.
Note: Positions listed are just a few examples.
Clinical Track
Clinician, Registered Behavior Technicians/Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Operational management
Supervisor, Manager, Director
Medical Track
Nurse, Psychiatrist, Occupational Therapists
Education
Teacher Assistant, Teacher, Principal
Direct care
Direct Care Professionals/Direct Support Professionals, Leads
Administration
Administrative and Support Roles
Financial Education Resources
Receive funding up to 100% of the costs of your exam fees, training, tuition and study materials to support every career path and life-long service commitment, along with student loan debt support.
Tuition Assistance
Direct Pay (whenever possible)
Full-time team member:
- Undergraduate w/in Career Track – 100% of tuition, fees and textbooks – up to $15,000 total combined (annually)
- Graduate w/in Career Track – 100% of tuition, fees and textbooks up to $25,000 total combined (annually)
- Non-Business aligned — up to $3,750 total combined (annually)
Part-time team member (500 hours)
- Undergraduate w/in Career Track – up to $7,500 total combined (annually)
- Graduate w/in Career Track – up to $12,500 total combined (annually)
Service Agreement: 30 months
Student Loan Repayment
Team member will go through SAVI for PSLF eligibility: Devereux will pay fee for those who qualify
Full-Time team member:
- Minimum payment up to $200 per pay period ($5,200 per year)
Part-Time team member:
- Minimum payment up to $100 per pay period ($2,600 per year)
Service Agreement: 24 months
Personalized Career Coaching
Find a dedicated career coach to help you build a personalized career plan that matches your skills, interests and opportunities at each stage.
Matched with a Career Coach within 30 days of hire
Ongoing guidance to continually match Devereux opportunities to individual skills and interests
Professional development guided by individualized goals
Mentoring & Development
Team up with subject matter experts to help reach your full potential with a focus on your individual needs throughout the organization.
Mentorship opportunities
Individualized learning journeys
Training and certifications
In-house learning cohort
Servant Leadership development
Meet our Faces of ASCEND
At Devereux, we are committed to helping our dedicated team members advance their careers and make an even greater impact on the individuals and families we serve. Through our ASCEND Career Accelerator Program, our employees are honing their skills and strengths and achieving their professional development goals. Look below to meet our Faces of ASCEND and discover how this industry-leading program can help you reach your full potential.
Florida Clinician Akeem Cooper
When Akeem Cooper joined Devereux Florida in 2018 as a direct support professional, he had recently earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Saint Leo University and was eager to launch a meaningful career in behavioral health. In 2022, Cooper was promoted to clinical case manager, and then clinician in 2024.
New Jersey Administrative Assistant Ziera Hicks
Ziera Hicks joined Devereux New Jersey in 2022 as a direct support professional. Within just a few months, she transitioned from supporting adults served by the organization to supporting her colleagues, when she stepped into the role of administrative assistant.
Texas Lead Behavior Support Specialist Kimberly Zurborg
When Kimberly Zurborg joined Devereux Texas in February 2023 as a behavior support specialist, she was looking to advance her career. Zurborg excelled in her role, and after just 90 days of employment, she was promoted to lead behavior support specialist.
Glenholme School Assistant Teacher Martha Alvarez
Martha Alvarez joined Devereux Connecticut – The Glenholme School in 2019 as a youth care professional before transitioning to her current role of assistant teacher in 2022. Thanks to ASCEND, Alvarez recently went back to school to earn her bachelor's degree.
TCV Outpatient Therapist Jamaca Chavis
When Jamaca Chavis joined Devereux/TCV Community Services in 2022 as an outpatient therapist, she was looking to return to a therapist role after taking a break to cope with personal challenges. She applied for a job and all the pieces fell into place.
New York Licensed Practical Nurse Carol White
Carol White joined Devereux New York in 2017 as a licensed practical nurse. While she loves her current role, she has always dreamed of something more. Over the years, White considered going back to school to become a registered nurse, but one thing held her back – the cost of higher education.
Arizona Program Coordinator Elijah Sanchez
When Elijah Sanchez joined Devereux Arizona in 2019, he was looking for “a new opportunity.” He thrived in his role as a behavior coach, and all those around him took notice. Sanchez was promoted to lead behavior coach, before assuming his current role of program coordinator.