Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is a behavioural healthcare organisation employing nearly 6,500 people across a national network in the United States. It combines evidence-based interventions with family engagement to deliver clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment services to individuals and families. Its work spans behavioural healthcare, social services, education and family services.

For staff, the organisation runs the ASCEND Career Accelerator Program, a professional development scheme that provides career guidance, coaching and financial assistance to help team members advance. Development is presented as a continuous pursuit, with an emphasis on lifelong learning and the ongoing incorporation of new innovations into practice.

Devereux describes its culture as rooted in Servant Leadership, with an integrated team approach built on respect, shared goals and altruism. Team members are encouraged to voice ideas, and the organisation characterises its outlook as "relentlessly optimistic" - "always en route". The stated mission is to change lives one person, one family and one community at a time.