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Youth Counselor, Detention

Youth Counselor, Detention

Abraxas Youth & Family ServicesMorgantown, PA, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Now Hiring : Youth Counselor | Juvenile Detention Specialist

Location : Abraxas Academy, 1000 Academy Dr., Morgantown, PA 19543

We're hiring Youth Counselors, Juvenile Detention Specialist, Youth Development Specialist to join our team on the Juvenile Services unit at Abraxas Academy. Here, you will help at-risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

As part of our team, you will benefit from detailed training, ongoing support, and continued opportunities to develop new skills and move forward in your career. You'll also know that you are playing a vital role in an organization that is providing an essential service.

Abraxas Academy  is located minutes off of Exit 298 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Berks County and provides detention and treatment services for court committed youth.

Salary : $25.00 per hour

Job Type : Full-time

Shift : Second Shift

Must be available to work weekends!

  • Must pass a drug test and both federal and state background checks.

Minimum Requirements :

  • Associate’s degree or sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university.
  • At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Must have a valid drivers’ license.
  • Must obtain clearances (PA State Police, Child Abuse, FBI).
  • Must pass pre-employment physical exam, drug screen & TB test.
  • Must be physically capable of handling adolescents during crisis situations using safe crisis management techniques.
  • Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
  • Who We Are :

    Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry / transition services.

    Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

    Benefits & Perks :   We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

  • 401(k)
  • Free Meals on Shift
  • Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Assistance Program (LAP)
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Training
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • As a Youth Counselor | Juvenile Detention Specialist, you will :

    Direct the daily activities of juvenile males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles. Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.

    Major Duties, Responsibilities :

  • Interacts with and supervises clients during daily activities in a manner that ensures their safety and security.
  • Maintains regular communication with supervisor and co-workers.
  • Provides effective facility security including conducting headcounts, room checks, and observing client movement.
  • Observes client behavior and intervenes appropriately.
  • Processes intakes and screens clients according to program policy.
  • Observes activities and responds accordingly including emergency situations including evacuation, CPR, or first aid.
  • Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.
  • Requirements :

  • Must be prompt and dependable.
  • Must be able to establish and maintain appropriate professional boundaries (including confidentiality).
  • Must be able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Must be able to follow direction, solve problems, and work effectively as part of a team.
  • Must be comfortable dealing with people who are in treatment and who are justice-involved.
  • Must be mature, grounded and sensible in a variety of situations. This may include dealing with people in occasional emotional, mental or physical distress.
  • Must be able to enforce rules in a firm yet supportive manner.
  • Must be able to speak and write clearly.
  • Must be computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office Word and Outlook.
  • Must be able to guide and instruct facility residents in all applicable rules, regulations and procedures in accordance with the Resident Handbook.
  • Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to establish and maintain professional boundaries with residents.
  • Must be able to create and / or maintain routine records, logs and reports.
  • Must be able to learn relevant rules, regulations and procedures of the facility, including applicable requirements of licensing and accreditation.
  • Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

    At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.

    As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.

    As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.

    Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.

    At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.

    If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Join Us in Building Better Futures!

    Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment with us!

    If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at

    recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org

    Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

    Apis Services Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies.

    Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

    All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

    About Company :

    Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

    Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

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