What are the responsibilities and job description for the YOUTH DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS LEADER position at APIS Services Inc.?
Now hiring YOUTH DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS LEADERS at Abraxas Leadership and Development Program, the starting pay is $19.00 per hour and offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus! Abraxas Leadership and Development Program (LDP) is in South Mountain, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will help improve the lives of at-risk youth in our community.
This position requires a minimum of six (6) months experience as a Youth Development Team Leader or experience in a similar position working with juveniles and mentoring other team members. Comprehensive paid training provided to prepare new employees for success in our team-oriented environment.
Are you motivated to help build better futures for juveniles? Looking for a rewarding career? At Abraxas Youth & Family Services we don’t just offer a job; we offer rewarding and challenging careers that make a difference in our community.
What does a Youth Development Operations Leader Do?
As a Youth Development Operations Leader, you will mentor Youth Development Team Leaders, assist in monitoring various processes on multiple units, supervise and interact with clients, observe and address client behavior, and document services in client files.
Job Duties:
- Oversees the implementation of activities which support the daily schedule on one or more units at the facility.
- Ensures standard operating procedures, program policy and procedures, and the client interventions process are implemented appropriately.
- Provides effective on-the-job training to the Youth Development Team Leaders.
- 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.
- Facilitates and documents various groups or meetings; monitors the documentation process to ensure all services are documented as necessary each shift.
- Administers medication or supervises self- administration of medication when necessary; ensures process is completed per policy in the absence of medical staff.
- Maintains confidentiality of information related to client information.
- Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
- Demonstrates appropriate use of client intervention skills and Safe Crisis Management (SCM) techniques; monitors client interventions and provides guidance to other employees as necessary.
To be considered for this role, you will... Be a team player and adaptable, motivated to help at-risk youth, possess leadership skills and represent yourself as a positive role model.
Hiring Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Detention unit employees must have an Associate's degree or sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university.
- At least twenty-one (21) years of age
- Driver's License
- Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
- Criminal clearances (State Police, FBI and State Child Abuse Clearances)
- Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
- Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
Why work for Abraxas Youth & Family Services?
In addition to providing employees with the opportunity to make a positive, significant, lasting difference in the lives of youth, adults, and families in a supportive setting, Abraxas also offers the following:
Benefits: Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- 403(b) & 403(b) matching
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Training
About Abraxas Youth & Family Services
Abraxas Youth a Family Services is a nonprofit human services organization dedicated to Building Better Futures for youth, adults, and families.
Since 1973, the programs of Abraxas Youth & Family Services have provided residential, community based and in home services for youth, adults and families. Our employees are our most valued asset and are committed to our organization because they know they are making a difference, healing lives and helping our clients succeed.
Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?
Do you want to build a career, while making a difference in your community?
We Want You!
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.
Join Our Team!
Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment with us. Join our team and make a difference.
Equal Opportunity Employer