Juvenile Detention Counselor

Adelphoi-Village-1; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Adelphoi in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Detention Counselor to work with at-risk youth in a 24/7/365 setting, collaborating with courts, police, and service providers to maintain safety and support. A minimum of 60 college credits is required, with preferred experience in juvenile justice or related youth-focused roles.

New hires undergo a two-week daylight, paid training; after training, you transition to the Highland Detention facility in Allegheny County, with travel costs covered during this

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college credits required.
• Willing to pass company-paid physical and obtain required clearances.
• Preferred experience in juvenile justice, congregate care, or youth-focused roles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure environment for youth in a 24/7/365 operation.
• Collaborate with the juvenile justice system, courts, police, and service providers.
• Participate in transitioning new hires, rotating shifts after training and clearances are completed.

Skills

Juvenile justice experience

Clearances compliance

Crisis intervention training

Education

60 college credits

Job description

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Full Time Full Time Pittsburgh, PA, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 4648

Salary Range: $22.00 To $27.55 Hourly

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. With our recent expansion into Allegheny County, 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.

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 Highland Detention facility in Allegheny County, with travel costs covered during this period. At this point you will be added into the rotating shifts.

Physical and Safety Requirements:

Because this role involves working with older and sometimes physically aggressive youth, candidates must be able to:

• 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.

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.