Weekend Sports Mentor

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; South Mountain (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Abraxas Youth and Family Services is seeking a Weekend Sports Mentor for the Abraxas Youth Center in South Mountain, PA. In a residential treatment environment, you will engage adolescents through structured athletics, coaching, and positive mentoring to build confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits.

You’ll lead sports instruction for football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and more, while serving as a positive role model and collaborating with staff to ensure resident safety and engagement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College coursework in sports, education, psychology, or related field preferred.
• Current NCAA student-athlete with one completed season.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured sports instruction and recreational activities.
• Teach athletic fundamentals, teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
• Develop simple lesson plans and drills.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Encourage participation, confidence, and healthy activity.
• Work with Abraxas staff to ensure resident safety and engagement.
• Lead activities including football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and more.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework in sports/education/psychology

Current NCAA student-athlete with one season

Job description

Abraxas Youth Center (AYC, Building 3) or Leadership Development Program (LDP, Building 6)

10058 South Mountain Road, South Mountain, PA

Part-Time, Weekends

$30.00/hour

DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

About Abraxas Youth And Family Services

For more than 53 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Available after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• 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
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You’ll Do

As a Weekend Sports Mentor, you will engage adolescents through structured athletics, physical fitness, coaching, and positive mentoring. The primary mission is to build confidence, discipline, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy habits in a safe residential treatment environment.

• Lead structured sports instruction and recreational activities.
• Teach athletic fundamentals, teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship.
• Develop simple lesson plans and skill-building drills.
• Serve as a positive role model and mentor.
• Encourage participation, confidence, and healthy physical activity.
• Work alongside Abraxas staff to ensure resident safety and engagement.
• Lead activities including football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, conditioning, and team-building exercises.

Who We’re Looking For

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Relevant college coursework in sports, education, psychology, or related field
• Current NCAA student-athlete with one completed competitive season

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Youth coaching, mentoring, officiating, or camp experience
• Experience working with adolescents
• Knowledge of athletic instruction and coaching.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and mentor adolescents.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a residential setting.
• Professional judgment and adaptability.

Other Qualifications:

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
• 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.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Schedule

• Part-Time
• Shift: Weekends, 5-hour shifts ($150/shift)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

If you’re looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About Our Organization

Abraxas Youth and Family Services is part of the Imperium family of companies.

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 applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

Some jobs pay the bills.

Some jobs build careers.

This job changes lives.