Youth Development Team Leader

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; South Mountain (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Abraxas Youth & Family Services in South Mountain, PA, seeks a full-time Youth Development Team Leader. In this position, you'll lead activities, supervise clients, and ensure a safe environment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21 years old, and possess a valid driver's license. Additional benefits include competitive compensation, medical insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred.
• Detention unit employees must have an Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities that support the daily schedule.
• Supervise and interact with clients.
• Document services in client files.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree (preferred)

Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours for detention unit employees

Job description

Salary: $21.50 per hour. DailyPay available.

Full-Time position, Shift: 2:45pm-10:45pm, including weekends.

Location: Abraxas Youth Center (AYC), Building 3, 10058 South Mountain Road, South Mountain, PA.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 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

Responsibilities

As a Youth Development Team Leader, you will implement activities that support the daily schedule, monitor processes on the unit, supervise and interact with clients, observe and address client behavior, and document services in client files.

• Oversee implementation of activities that support the daily schedule on one or more units at the facility.
• Interact with and supervise clients during daily activities, ensuring safety and security.
• Provide effective people security (e.g., headcounts, room checks, client movement).
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately.
• Process intakes and screen clients according to program policy.
• Ensure the unit has adequate supplies (e.g., hygiene and cleaning supplies).
• Facilitate and document various groups/meetings.
• Administer medication or supervise self‑administration of medication when necessary.
• Know and implement emergency procedures (e.g., evacuation, CPR/first aid).
• Support the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promote the Seven Key Principles of Care.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

Key Traits & Qualities

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team‑Oriented
• Service‑Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to helping others

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred.
• Detention unit employees must have an Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university.

Other Qualifications:

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Physical exam includes TB and drug testing.
• Pass federal and state background checks for crimes (drug‑related, violent, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, repeated misdemeanors).
• Complete background screening and pre‑employment checks, including employment/reference and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and required software.

Schedule

• Full‑Time
• Shift: 2:45pm‑10:45pm, including weekends.

Physical Requirements

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Imperium 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.