Direct Support Worker, Part Time

About the role

Abraxas Youth and Family Services is dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. We seek compassionate, dedicated professionals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Processes intakes and screens clients according to program policy.
• Observes client behavior and intervene appropriately.
• Facilitates and documents various groups or meetings; monitors the documentation process to ensure all services are documented as necessary each shift.
• Provides structured behavioral interventions to reduce maladaptive behaviors and increase positive, adaptive skills.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and structured environment at all times.
• Uses trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and culturally responsive approaches.
• Accurately observes and documents client behaviors, progress, and responses to interventions.
• Collects and documents behavioral data in accordance with program and regulatory standards.
• Completes daily notes, incident reports, and other required documentation within required timeframes.
• Utilizes approved crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Follows all safety protocols related to self-harm, aggression, and behavioral escalation.
• Reports safety concerns, incidents, or changes in client status immediately to supervisory/leadership staff.
• Participates in treatment team meetings, supervision, and required training.
• Supports family engagement as directed by the treatment team.
• Maintains client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and agency policies.
• Fulfills all Pennsylvania mandated reporter requirements.
• Maintains active certification, clearances, and required ongoing training.
• Complies with program/facility safety systems and building security.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience Required: Associate’s degree or sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited college or university.
• Other Qualifications: At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Physical exams that include TB and drug testing.
• 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.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Schedule

Part-Time
Shift: 2nd Shift (3:00pm-11:00pm)
MUST PICK A MINIMUM OF 2 SHIFTS
Friday- Sunday (16-hour min. these 16 hours must be Friday-Sunday- pm shift)
Must be able to work every other weekend!

Physical Requirements

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

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

Who We're Looking For

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