Detention Counselor- Ebensburg, PA

Adelphoi; Ebensburg (Cambria County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Adelphoi in Ebensburg, PA is hiring a Juvenile Detention Counselor to help maintain a safe, secure environment for youth within a 24/7/365 operation, working with the juvenile justice system and service providers.

The role emphasizes resilience, teamwork, and commitment to rehabilitation, with two weeks of paid daylight training before transitioning to the Manor Detention facility in Ebensburg and entering rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college credits required.
• Pass a company-paid physical and obtain required clearances.
• Age 21 or above and valid driver’s license.
• Preferred experience in juvenile justice, congregate care, or youth-focused roles.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the juvenile justice system to maintain a safe, secure environment for youth.
• Transition through a two-week, daylight, paid training program and join the Manor Detention facility in Ebensburg with rotating shifts.

Skills

60 college credits

Juvenile justice experience

Congregate care experience

Clearances/background check

Driver's license

Education

60 college credits

Job description

Juvenile Detention Counselor – Ebensburg, PA

Are you passionate about creating safer communities and empowering youth to grow in resilience? At Adelphoi, a nonprofit with over 50 years of transformative impact, we offer you the chance to make a real difference. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help at-risk youth build a foundation for a brighter future.

Why Choose Adelphoi?

• We provide outcome-based treatment that integrates safety, security, and education with behavioral management.
• Comprehensive training equips our employees to succeed and advance their careers.
• We prioritize professional growth through self-guided career advancement opportunities.

What You’ll Do:

As a Detention Counselor, you will work alongside the juvenile justice system, including courts, police, and service providers, to maintain a safe, secure environment for youth. Your work will be essential to a 24/7/365 operation, helping adolescents in temporary care navigate challenges and find a path forward.

What You Bring:

• A minimum of 60 college credits required.
• Preferred experience in juvenile justice, congregate care, or youth-focused roles.
• Ability to pass a company-paid physical and obtain required clearances.
• Age 21 or Above, Current Driver's License,

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and a full benefits package, including medical, disability, retirement plans, and more.
• Generous paid time off and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness and career advancement.

Training Details:

Our new hires participate in a two-week, daylight, paid training program. Once training and clearances are complete, you will transition to our Manor Detention facility in Ebensburg. At this point you will be added into the rotating shifts.

Physical and Safety Requirements:

• Safely perform physical interventions and restraints with individuals who may weigh 200+ pounds, using approved techniques.
• Stand, walk, and respond quickly throughout the shift.
• Successfully complete and maintain certification in Adelphoi’s crisis intervention / restraint training and pass any required physical abilities assessment.

Adelphoi USA is a major player in the delivery of counseling, residential, adoption, foster care, and educational services to youth and families. For over 50 years we have helped thousands of families and youths with growth to more than 25 group homes and education centers throughout Pennsylvania, including a central 19-acre campus in Latrobe.

Make a Difference Today.

Begin a fulfilling career journey where you’ll help youth overcome challenges, grow in resilience, and achieve independence.

Adelphoi is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.