Youth Development Specialist — Build Better Futures

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Shelby (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Company-paid training

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is seeking a dedicated Youth Development Specialist to supervise and mentor at‑risk youth, supporting families and building safer, more structured environments. You will engage youths in daily activities, document interventions, and contribute to crisis management practices with our team.

The role emphasizes compassionate, professional, and dependable service within a team‑oriented, structured setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks.
• Must pass federal and state background checks.
• Ability to work with computers and required software.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, guidance, mentoring, and support to at‑risk youth.
• Interact with and supervise clients during daily activities.
• Conduct headcounts, room checks, and observe client movement to ensure safety.
• Observe client behavior and intervene as needed.
• Use Safe Crisis Management techniques and guide colleagues.
• Facilitate and document groups or meetings and ensure accurate documentation per shift.

Skills

Compassionate

Professional

Dependable

Patient

Team-oriented

Service-focused

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Physical exam clearance (non-communicable diseases)

Job description

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is seeking a dedicated Youth Development Specialist to supervise and mentor at‑risk youth, supporting families and building safer, more structured environments. You will engage youths in daily activities, document interventions, and contribute to crisis management practices with our team.

The role emphasizes compassionate, professional, and dependable service within a team‑oriented, structured setting.