Mental Health Specialist

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Marienville (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay – access your earned wages

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Earn while you learn

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services in Marienville, PA seeks a Mental Health Specialist to supervise and support at-risk youth within a therapeutic setting. You will collaborate with the Educational team and Mental Health Therapist to implement individualized plans and document progress.

No experience required for many positions; paid training is provided. DailyPay and comprehensive benefits are available, with opportunities for career advancement within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or related area is required.
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, guidance, mentoring, and support to at-risk youth.
• Collaborate with Educational team and Mental Health Therapist to implement treatment plans.
• Document client treatment interventions, behavior, and progress.
• Observe client behavior and intervene per policy and treatment plan.
• Demonstrate Safe Crisis Management techniques as appropriate.

Skills

Dependable

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Job description

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Mental Health Specialist

Regular Full Time Professional MARIENVILLE, PA, US

12 days ago Requisition ID: 10186

Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures

Mental Health Specialist / Mental Health Worker

Looking for More Earning Potential?

Voluntary overtime opportunities may be available, giving employees the option to pick up additional shifts and earn extra income.

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.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

About Abraxas Youth & Family Services:

For more than 53 years, Abraxas Youth & Family Services has been dedicated to building better futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

At Abraxas Youth & Family Services, our team members are more than employees—they are advocates, mentors, and difference-makers.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• No experience required
• 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

As a Mental Health Worker, you will provide supervision, guidance, mentoring, and support to at-risk youth. You’ll become part of a dedicated team committed to helping adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Provide direct supervision, leadership, and serve as a role model to clients while interacting in a therapeutic and meaningful manner.
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately, as dictated by policy and individual client treatment plan.
• Document client treatment interventions, behavior, and progress.
• Report significant client changes in behavior, attitude, and/or physical condition to appropriate personnel while consistently evaluating client behavioral and emotional issues.
• Collaborate with the Educational team and client’s Mental Health Therapist to implement the individualized treatment plan.
• Implement the daily activity schedule and structure and coordinate client activities, such as Family Night, Structured Recreation, etc.
• Facilitate and document various psycho-educational groups via standardized curricula.
• Conduct scheduled and random head counts to provide effective people security.
• Support the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

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 from an accredited program required; degree in an area of human services preferred.
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Schedule

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.

This job changes lives.

If you're looking for a career where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we invite you to join the Abraxas Youth & Family Services team.

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.