Youth Development Specialist, ORR

Apis Services, Inc.; Morgantown (PA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Health Insurance after 30 days

Wellness Programs

Referral Bonuses

Career Advancement

Make a Difference Everyday

Support Communities

Job summary

Apis Services, Inc. is seeking a Youth Development Specialist, ORR, in Morgantown, PA to supervise and guide juveniles in daily programming using behavioral management principles. The role requires independent crisis judgment and weekend availability.

Paid training is provided; the position is full-time with a second shift from 3pm to 11pm. Earned wages are paid daily in some cases; benefits include health coverage after 30 days and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 21+ years old; background clearances (Act 33/34, state & child clearances, FBI if needed).
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Ability to work with computers and department software.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of juvenile males using approved behavioral management principles.
• Supervise clients during activities ensuring safety and security.
• Participate in conferences regarding client behavior and academic progress.
• Maintain regular communication with supervisors and co-workers.

Skills

Dependable

Team Oriented

Service Focused

Professional

Positive

Helping Others

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Making a Career Out of Making a Difference

"Help People Heal"

Youth Development Specialist, ORR

1000 Academy Drive., Morgantown, PA 19543

Bilingual; $28.00/hourly

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 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.

Paid training is provided.

About Abraxas Youth and Family Services

• For more than 50 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.
• Abraxas delivers residential, community-based, and in-home services across child welfare, behavioral health, and substance use treatment—impacting more than 5,000 lives each year.
• 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.

Why Join Our Team?

• Daily Pay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Available after 30 days of employment
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Strengthen Communities

Meaningful Work That Matters

What You’ll Do

As a Youth Development Specialist, you willdirect the daily activities of juvenile males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles. Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Interacts with and supervises clients during daily activities in a manner that ensures their safety and security.
• Maintains regular communication with supervisors and co-workers.
• Provides effective facility security including conducting headcounts, room checks, and observing client movement.
• Observes client behavior and intervenes appropriately.
• Processes intakes and screens clients according to program policy.
• Observes activities and responds accordingly including emergency situations including evacuation, CPR, or first aid.
• Participates with and supervises clients in daily programmatic activities.
• Follows policies and procedures of the program/facility.
• Provides physical safety and care for clients who are under supervision.
• Reports significant changes in the behavior, attitude, or physical condition of clients to higher-level staff members.
• Participates in conferences regarding client behavior and academic progress.
• Complies with program/facility safety systems and building security.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to ensure regulatory
• compliance with current departmental practices.
• 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

You may be a great fit if you are:

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

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED

Other Qualifications:

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).
• Non-communicable diseases, physical exams, drug testing, & TB testing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license from the employee’s state of residence.
• Valid registered vehicle insurance.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Candidates with relevant experience are preferred

Other Qualifications:

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).
• Non-communicable diseases, physical exams, drug testing, & TB testing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license from the employee’s state of residence.
• Valid registered vehicle insurance.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Schedule

Full-Time

Second Shift: 3pm-11pm

Must be available to work weekends!

• Some jobs build careers.
• This job changes lives.
• 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.