YOUTH OPERATIONS LEADER

About the role

Looking for More Than Just a Job? At Abraxas Youth & Family Services, we're not just hiring employees—we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life. Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

About Abraxas Youth & Family Services

For more than 53 years, Abraxas Youth & Family Services has been 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. At Abraxas Youth & Family Services, our team members are more than employees—they are advocates, mentors, and difference-makers.

Why Join Our Team

• Competitive Pay & Outstanding Benefits
  • DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
• Paid Training & Career Growth
  • No experience required
  • Earn while you learn
  • Comprehensive paid training program
  • Career advancement opportunities throughout the organization
  • Leadership development and professional growth
• Meaningful Work That Matters
  • Build relationships that change lives
  • Help individuals achieve personal goals
  • Support independence and self-confidence
  • Make a positive impact every day
  • Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to serving others

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of activities which support the daily schedule on one or more units at the facility.
• Ensure standard operating procedures, program policy and procedures, and the client interventions process are implemented appropriately.
• Interact with and supervise clients during daily activities in a manner that ensures their safety and security.
• Provide effective people security (e.g., headcounts, room checks, client movement)
• Provide effective on-the-job training to Youth Development Team Leaders.
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately.
• Process intakes and screen clients according to program policy.
• 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 promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skill

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Six (6) months experience in a youth residential treatment facility
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Driver's License
• Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
• Criminal clearances (State Police, FBI and State Child Abuse Clearances)
• 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.