Abraxas Youth & Family Services · 1 hour ago
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN
South Mountain, PA, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hrAbraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. The Youth Development Technician will work directly with youth to provide a safe environment during their sleeping hours and assist in their morning wake-up routine, promoting growth through education and motivation.
ConsultingHealth CareNursing and Residential Care
Responsibilities
Work as a team to provide a structured and safe environment for each youth placed at our program
Promote growth through therapeutic groups and individual work with each youth
Provide safety through room checks, room searches, continual supervision and documentation
Deescalate during crisis, which can sometimes involve safety interventions and/or physical restraints
Follow program processes and rules with each youth in order to keep consistency and work as a team
Successfully complete initial and on-going training
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
At least twenty-one (21) years of age
Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors
Non-communicable diseases physical exam. Must pass drug test
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department
Benefits
Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
401(k)
Life Assistance Program (LAP)
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Paid Training
Advancement Opportunities
Company
Abraxas Youth & Family Services
Abraxas offers alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, detention, and more services to youth and adults.
Founded in 1973
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeff Giovino
Chief Executive Officer
Bob Voas
Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer
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