Youth Development Specialist: Juvenile Shift Leader

Apis Services, Inc.; Morgantown (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

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Job summary

Abraxas Youth and Family Services in Morgantown, PA, seeks compassionate Youth Development Specialists to direct daily activities of juvenile males in our program, using behavioral management principles. You will exercise sound judgment in crisis situations and help keep clients safe.

No experience required for many positions; paid training provided. You will oversee activities, ensure safety, document interventions, and collaborate with the team to support youths on their path to independence.

Qualifications

• No experience required for many positions; paid training provided.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of juvenile males in programming using behavioral management principles.
• Oversee implementation of activities to support the daily schedule on units at the facility.
• Ensure standard operating procedures, program policies, and client interventions are followed.
• Interact with and supervise clients during daily activities to ensure safety and security.
• Provide effective on‑the‑job training to Youth Development Team Leaders.
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately; document changes as needed.
• Process intakes and screen clients according to program policy.
• Facilitate and document various groups/meetings.
• Administer medication or supervise self-administration when necessary.
• Support the Abraxas philosophy and Seven Key Principles of care.

Skills

Dependable

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Job description

Abraxas Youth and Family Services in Morgantown, PA, seeks compassionate Youth Development Specialists to direct daily activities of juvenile males in our program, using behavioral management principles. You will exercise sound judgment in crisis situations and help keep clients safe.

No experience required for many positions; paid training provided. You will oversee activities, ensure safety, document interventions, and collaborate with the team to support youths on their path to independence.