Youth Development Specialist

Abraxas Youth & Family Services • Shelby, OH

9d • $0 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Development Specialist provides supervision, guidance, mentoring, and support to at-risk youth at Abraxas Ohio in Shelby, Ohio. The role is part of a dedicated team that helps adolescents build better futures by creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment.

The specialist follows operating procedures, program policies, and client intervention processes; supervises clients during daily activities; and helps ensure facility security. The role also involves observing client behavior and responding appropriately, using and monitoring client intervention techniques, facilitating and documenting groups or meetings, and supporting the Sanctuary Model and its Commitments.

This is a full-time position with a scheduled shift from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The listed pay is $21.50, and voluntary overtime may be available. The position requires the ability to work overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including employment and/or personal references and driving records.
• Pass federal and state background checks, including checks for specified drug-related, violent, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanor crimes.
• Ability to work with computers and the software typically used by the department.
• Complete a physical exam for non-communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures, program policies and procedures, and client intervention processes.
• Interact with and supervise clients during daily activities to ensure their safety and security.
• Maintain facility security by conducting headcounts and room checks and observing client movement.
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately.
• Use client intervention skills and Safe Crisis Management (SCM) techniques appropriately; monitor interventions and guide other employees as necessary.
• Facilitate and document groups or meetings, and monitor documentation to ensure services are recorded as necessary each shift.
• Support and promote the Sanctuary Model and its Commitments.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
• Medical insurance, available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental insurance, available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Vision insurance, available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Company-paid training.
• Professional development and certification opportunities, where applicable.
• Leadership development and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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