Youth Development Internship

Apis Services Inc • Quincy Township, PA

1d • $0 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Development Internship is based at Abraxas Youth Center (AYC, Building 3) or the Leadership Development Program (LDP, Building 6) at 10058 South Mountain Road, South Mountain, Pennsylvania. The role involves serving as a role model and teaching and supervising adolescents in a structured residential environment. The employee regularly supervises and interacts with clients, observes and addresses client behavior, and documents services in client files. Comprehensive paid training is provided.

The position is offered part-time or full-time, with a listed shift of 2:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m., including every weekend as needed. Pay is $21.00 per hour, and DailyPay is available. Employment is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
• Pass federal and state background checks, including screening for specified crimes.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including employment and/or personal references and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and the software typically used by the department.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Interact with and supervise clients during daily activities to ensure their safety and security.
• Provide people security, including headcounts, room checks, and monitoring client movement.
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately.
• Process intakes and screen clients according to program policy.
• Facilitate and document groups and meetings.
• Administer medication or supervise clients’ self-administration of medication when necessary.
• Know and implement emergency procedures, including evacuation and CPR/first aid.
• Support the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promote the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.
• Document services in client files.

Benefits

• Wellness programs
• Employee referral bonuses
• Company-paid training
• Paid training programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Certification opportunities
• Leadership development programs
• Career advancement opportunities
• Opportunities across multiple service lines
• DailyPay available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED