YOUTH OPERATIONS LEADER

Abraxas Youth & Family Services•Shelby, OH

10d•$0 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Operations Leader oversees activities that support the daily schedule on one or more facility units and ensures that operating procedures, program policies, and client intervention processes are implemented appropriately. The role involves supervising and interacting with clients during daily activities to maintain their safety and security, observing behavior and intervening as needed, processing intakes, and facilitating and documenting groups and meetings. The position also provides on-the-job training to Youth Development Team Leaders, administers medication or supervises self-administration when necessary, and implements emergency procedures such as evacuation and CPR/first aid. The Youth Operations Leader supports the Abraxas mission and Seven Key Principles of care and demonstrates appropriate Safe Crisis Management techniques. This is a full-time position with a varied shift and required weekend work, based at Abraxas Ohio in Shelby, Ohio.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six months of experience in a youth residential treatment facility.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license.
Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
State Police, FBI, and State Child Abuse clearances.
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.

Responsibilities

Oversee implementation of activities supporting the daily schedule on one or more facility units.
Ensure standard operating procedures, program policies and procedures, and client intervention processes are implemented appropriately.
Interact with and supervise clients during daily activities to ensure their safety and security.
Maintain people security through headcounts, room checks, and 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 groups and meetings.
Administer medication or supervise self-administration 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.

Benefits

DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
Medical, dental, and 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 opportunities.
Certification opportunities, where applicable.
Leadership development programs.
Career advancement opportunities.
Opportunities across multiple programs and service areas.