Assistant Director

ADP, Inc.; Shelby (OH); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services in Shelby, OH, is seeking an Assistant Director to lead operations of a residential facility and ensure safe, high-quality services for at-risk adolescents.

You will supervise staff, develop policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with agencies to support program objectives.

This role offers a stable, purpose-driven career with training, leadership development, and opportunities to grow within the Abraxas network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral or social science field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential facility, with three (3) years in supervisory/managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and manages the facility’s operations to ensure policy compliance and quality services.
• Ensures quality and continuity of clinical services and curriculum within established parameters.
• Develops and executes departmental policies in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Assures compliance with applicable licensing and regulatory agencies.
• Updates and amends policy and procedures manual for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Supervises staff, assists with hiring, evaluates performance, and implements corrective action as needed.
• Coordinates with local agencies to align program objectives and foster cooperative relationships.

Skills

Dependable

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social science

Master's degree in behavioral or social science

Job description

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Regular Full Time Management Shelby, OH, US

Salary: $90,000.00 Annually

Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures

$90,000 annually

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Abraxas Youth & Family Services, we're not just hiring employees we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

About Abraxas Youth & Family Services:

For more than 50 years, Abraxas Youth & Family Services has been committed to supporting youth, young adults, and families through high-quality programs and services that promote growth, accountability, healing, and positive change.

Our mission is empowering individuals to make transformative changes and enabling them to lead lives with purpose and fulfillment. Every day, our employees help create safe, structured, and supportive environments where individuals can build skills, develop confidence, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more positive future.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Earn while you learn
• Career advancement opportunities throughout the organization
• Leadership development and professional growth
• Build relationships that change lives
• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Support independence and self-confidence
• Make a positive impact every day
• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving others

What You'll Do

The Assistant Director is responsible for managing the operations of a residential facility to ensure clients receive the highest level of services in a safe and secure environment. Here, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team helping at-risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Monitors and manages the facility’s operations to ensure policy compliance, effective supervision of clients, delivery of quality services and the implementation facility schedules.
• Ensures quality and continuity of clinical services and curriculum within established parameters.
• Develops and executes departmental policies in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Assures compliance with applicable licensing and regulatory agencies.
• Updates and amends policy and procedures manual for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Supervises, assists with hiring, and evaluates staff performance, develops measurable objectives for necessary improvements and implements appropriate corrective action to staff adhering to human resources policies and utilizing Human Resources when necessary.
• Confers with local agencies such as social service, community relations, and criminal justice to interpret the institutional programmatic activities and objectives as well as developing cooperative working relationships.
• Assumes overall direction of the program including communication with internal management and external agencies in the absence of the Facility Director.
• Evaluates training needs of the facility for staff members and coordinates training activities and programs.
• Communicates regularly and thoroughly with appropriate supervisory staff member on matters such as operational, administrative, and personnel issues within the program/facility.
• Attend staff meetings and conferences.
• Supports the company’s philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

Dependable

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral or social science field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential facility of which three (3) years must be in a supervisory or managerial level OR
• Master's degree a behavioral or social science field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential program of which one (1) year experience must be in a supervisory or managerial level.
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Criminal clearances (Specific State, child clearances BCI&I and, if necessary, FBI).
• Non-communicable diseases physical exam, drug test
• Valid unrestricted Driver's License

Schedule

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.This job changes lives.

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today"

About Our Organization

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium 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 .