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    "description": "<h2>Description</h2>\n<p><em>Are you organized and responsible? Are you interested in making a positive difference in the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities?  </em> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team! </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>Being an Administrative Specialist (Adult Community Living & Children’s Services) has its Advantages</strong> </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>As an Administrative Specialist at Devereux, you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer:   </p>\n<ul>\n <li>Paid orientation.</li>\n <li>Over 5 weeks of paid time off your first year.</li>\n <li>Quality Low-Cost Benefits, plus student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires!  https://www.mydevereuxbenefits.org/</li>\n <li>Access to the Savi Student Loan Checkup tool to help you navigate the student loan system – quickly see your repayment plan options and discover potential savings</li>\n <li>A rewarding career while making a difference!</li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York provides programs and services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and dual diagnoses. Located in Red Hook, NY, this position will provide administrative support to the Children’s Residential and Adult Community Living Leadership team to ensure that office operations are performed in an efficient and cost-effective manner. 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