Team Leader

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay access earned wages

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance-

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services in Colorado is seeking a Team Leader to work directly with adolescents in a residential mental health setting. You will provide direct care and support to a diverse youth population, contributing to their recovery and growth.

As shift leader, you will oversee staff coverage, safety systems, training needs, and adherence to the Seven Key Principles of care while developing high-performing teams and modeling professional, compassionate service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of two-years experience in the human services field OR
• Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred
• Must possess a valid Colorado 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 criminal background check investigation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Provides people security by engaging clients in experimental learning/growth activities.
• Serves as shift leader to ensure proper staff coverage.
• Monitors staff member adherence to structured daily routines, headcount, and meal counts.
• Assures program/facility safety systems and building security and evaluates systems.
• Implements and mentors’ employees regarding the company's policies on professional expectations, code of conduct and other practices and procedures.
• Facilitates and documents various groups or meetings.
• Ensures the unit has adequate supplies including hygiene products and cleaning supplies.
• Administers medication or supervises self-administration of medication when necessary.
• Maintains confidentiality of information related to client information.
• Develops high performing teams utilizing leadership skills and the 7 key principles of care.
• Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-oriented

Service-focused

Professional

Positive

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures

Full-Time | Paid Training | DailyPay Available

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.

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.

Competitive Pay & Outstanding Benefits

• DailyPay - access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- after 30 days
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Paid Training & Career Growth

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization
• Strengthen Communities

What You'll Do

As a Team Leader, you will work directly with Adolescents in a residential mental health setting. Start a career that makes a difference in people's lives! This position provides direct service to a diverse population of youths.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Provides people security by engaging clients in experimental learning/growth activities. Integrates client goals and objectives into daily interactions.
• Serves as shift leader to ensure proper staff coverage. Monitors staff member adherence to structured daily routines, headcount, and meal counts.
• Assures program/facility safety systems and building security and evaluates systems.
• Evaluates and communicates with training department the training needs to include new hire orientation and recertification training of direct care staff members.
• Implements and mentors’ employees regarding the company's policies on professional expectations, code of conduct and other practices and procedures, serves as a role model for clients and employees and supports the company's mission, goals and objectives.
• Facilitates and documents various groups or meetings.
• Ensures the unit has adequate supplies including hygiene products and cleaning supplies.
• Administers medication or supervises self-administration of medication when necessary.
• Maintains confidentiality of information related to client information.
• Develops high performing teams utilizing leadership skills and the 7 key principles of care.
• Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

Who We’re Looking For

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of two-years experience in the human services field OR
• Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred
• Must possess a valid Colorado 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 criminal background check investigation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Shift: varies

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.

This job changes lives.

About Our Organization

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

Employment

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc. and affiliates 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.