Juvenile Detention Supervisor

Apis Services Inc•Caernarvon Township, PA

21h•$0 - $63,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. 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. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services field and one-year experience in residential treatment is preferred, OR Associate’s degree or (sixty) 60 credit hours from an accredited college/university and three (3) years’ work experience with children.
Supervisory experience is also preferred.
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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human services field and one-year experience in residential treatment is preferred
Supervisory experience is also preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the activities of a specific treatment unit, including providing supervision to staff assigned to the unit.
Ensure that all Abraxas policies and procedures are followed.
Serve as the primary role model for employees by leading, directing, guiding and supporting them in such a way that promotes their growth and development.
Maintain employee schedules that provide adequate coverage to ensure safety for both clients and employees.
Develop and implement systems to organize and monitor work activities.
Structure, implement, and facilitate new employee on-the-job orientation.
Conduct effective supervisory conferences and performance evaluations with employees, document the content of such meetings and evaluations, and provide feedback to them.
Schedule employee training to ensure that all mandatory training requirements are met.
Provide ongoing effective supervision to unit employees and monitor case management activities.
Guide, mentor, and supervise youth and employees effectively.
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.
Provides effective facility security including conducting headcounts, room checks and observing client movement.
Observes client behavior and intervene appropriately.
Processes intakes and screens clients according to program policy.
Observes activities and responds accordingly including emergency situations including evacuation, CPR, or first aid.
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.
Will be included in daily staffing ratio to assist in effective programming for all youth.
Completes daily notes, incident reports, and other required documentation within required timeframes.
Utilize 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.
Follows all Pennsylvania mandated reporter requirements.
Maintains active certification, clearances, and required ongoing training.
Complies with program/facility safety systems and building security.
Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance with current departmental practices.
Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.