Position: Juvenile Support Counselor, Part-time | WEEKEND SHIFTS Location: Abraxas Academy, 1000 Academy Dr., Morgantown, PA 19543 Hiring part-time Juvenile Support Counselors | Juvenile Development Specialist to join our team on the Juvenile Services unit at Abraxas Academy in Morgantown, PA. As part of our team, you will benefit from detailed training, ongoing support, and continued opportunities to develop new skills and move forward in your career. You'll also know that you are playing a vital role in an organization that is providing an essential service to delinquent adolescent males. Abraxas Academy is located minutes off of Exit 298 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Berks County and provides detention and treatment services for court committed youth. As a Juvenile Counselor, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and security of the facility. Your primary responsibilities will include maintaining order among juvenile clients, conducting inspections, responding to emergencies, and writing detailed reports on incidents. To excel in this role, you must possess excellent communication skills, strong observation skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Physical fitness is also important as you will be required to perform various tasks that may involve physical exertion. Pay: $25.00 per hour Job Type: Part-time Shift: Weekends Embrace work-life balance with a part-time job that fits with your schedule. Work part time and earn extra income. Schedule: Flexible Shifts - Work Weekends Duties: - Maintain security and order within the facility - Conduct regular inspections and searches of clients and their living areas - Monitor client behavior and enforce rules and regulations - Respond to emergencies, such as fights or medical situations - Conduct client counts and maintain accurate records - Escort juvenile clients to and from various locations within the facility - Write detailed reports on incidents, disciplinary actions, and client behavior Minimum Requirements:
- Associate's degree or sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university.
- At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
- Must have a valid drivers' license.
- Must obtain clearances (PA State Police, Child Abuse, FBI).
- Must pass pre-employment physical exam, drug screen & TB test.
- Must be physically capable of handling adolescents during crisis situations using safe crisis management techniques.
Who We Are:Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services. Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live. As a Juvenile Support Counselor | Juvenile Development Specialist, you will: Direct the daily activities of juvenile males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles. Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations. Major Duties, Responsibilities:
- Interacts with and supervises clients during daily activities in a manner that ensures their safety and security.
- Maintains regular communication with supervisor 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.
- Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.
Requirements:
- Must be prompt and dependable.
- Must be able to establish and maintain appropriate professional boundaries (including confidentiality).
- Must be able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
- Must be able to follow direction, solve problems, and work effectively as part of a team.
- Must be comfortable dealing with people who are in treatment and who are justice-involved.
- Must be mature, grounded and sensible in a variety of situations. This may include dealing with people in occasional emotional, mental or physical distress.
- Must be able to enforce rules in a firm yet supportive manner.
- Must be able to speak and write clearly.
- Must be computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office Word and Outlook.
- Must be able to guide and instruct facility residents in all applicable rules, regulations and procedures in accordance with the Resident Handbook.
- Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to establish and maintain professional boundaries with residents.
- Must be able to create and/or maintain routine records, logs and reports.
- Must be able to learn relevant rules, regulations and procedures of the facility, including applicable requirements of licensing and accreditation.
Why Should You Consider Abraxas?
- At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
- As we work to make a difference in people's lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
- As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
- Whether you're looking to begin a rewarding career or you're a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
- At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
- If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!
Equal Opportunity EmployerAbraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you. Join Us in Building Better Futures! Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment with us! If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at ...@jobsatabraxas.org