YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Abraxas Youth & Family Services•Shelby, OH

21h

About The Position

The Youth Development Specialist serves as a role model and teaches and supervises adolescents in a structured residential environment. The role regularly involves supervising and interacting with clients, observing and addressing behavior, and documenting services in client files. Comprehensive paid training is provided to prepare new employees for the team-oriented environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
Complete a physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
Pass federal and state background checks 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.