Direct Support Worker, Det.

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Morgantown (PA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Free meals on shift

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Basic life & short-term disability insurance

Life Assistance Program (LAP)

Tuition assistance program

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is hiring a Youth Counselor / Juvenile Detention Specialist in Morgantown, PA. This full-time position offers $25.00 per hour and involves providing daily supervision, counseling, and crisis support to at-risk adolescents in a secure setting. Ideal candidates must have an associate’s degree or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and effective crisis management skills. Benefits include a 401(k), medical insurance, and tuition assistance. Availability on weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Must be physically capable of handling adolescents during crisis situations using safe crisis management techniques.
• Must be prompt, dependable, and able to establish professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
• Must be comfortable dealing with individuals in treatment and justice involvement.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of juvenile males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles.
• Supervise clients during daily activities to ensure safety and security.
• Respond to emergencies, including evacuation, CPR, and first aid.

Skills

Crisis management techniques

Effective communication

Behavioral management principles

Teamwork

Microsoft Office Word and Outlook proficiency

Education

Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours

Job description

Youth Counselor | Juvenile Detention Specialist

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

We are hiring a Youth Counselor / Juvenile Detention Specialist to join our Juvenile Services unit. In this role you will help at‑risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES by providing daily supervision, counseling, and crisis support in a secure detention setting.

Compensation: $25.00 per hour. This is a full‑time position (Second Shift) and requires availability on weekends.

Position Details

• Detailed training and ongoing support. • Ability to move forward in your career. • Working with a national nonprofit focused on at‑risk youth.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of juvenile males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles.
• Supervise clients during daily activities to ensure safety and security.
• Maintain regular communication with supervisor and co‑workers.
• Conduct headcounts, room checks, and observe client movement to maintain facility security.
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately.
• Process intakes and screen clients according to program policy.
• Respond to emergencies, including evacuation, CPR, and first aid.
• Demonstrate safe crisis management techniques and skills.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Associate’s degree or sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain clearances: PA State Police, Child Abuse, FBI.
• Must pass a drug test, pre‑employment physical exam, TB test, and both federal and state background checks.
• Must be physically capable of handling adolescents during crisis situations using safe crisis management techniques.
• Must exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.
• Must be prompt, dependable, and able to establish professional boundaries and maintain confidentiality.
• 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 justice‑involved.
• Must enforce rules in a firm yet supportive manner.
• Must speak and write clearly, be computer literate, and proficient with Microsoft Office Word and Outlook.
• Must guide and instruct facility residents in all applicable rules and procedures in accordance with the Resident Handbook.
• Must create and/or maintain routine records, logs, and reports; learn relevant regulations and licensing requirements.
• Must be available to work weekends.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Free meals on shift
• Medical, dental, and 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Contact: [e-mail]