Position: Detention Supervisor
Location: Abraxas Academy, 1000 Academy Dr., Morgantown, PA 19543
Now hiring a DETENTION SUPERVISOR to join our team at Abraxas Academy in Morgantown, PA. Here, you will help at-risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.
Abraxas Academy is located minutes off of Exit 298 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Berks County and provides detention and treatment services for court committed youth.
Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of at-risk youth? As a Detention Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to make a difference every day.
Salary: $63,000 Annually
Job Type: Full-time
Shift: Second Shift
Who We Are:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you - both at home and at work.
- 401(k)
- Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Assistance Program (LAP)
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
- Advancement Opportunities
In this role, you will manage and direct the activities of a specific treatment unit, including providing supervision to staff assigned to the unit. You will ensure that all Abraxas policies and procedures are followed. You will 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.
Detention Supervisor Responsibilities Include, but not limited to:
- 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, documents the content of such meetings and evaluations, and provides feedback to them.
- Schedule employee training to ensure that all mandatory training requirements are met.
- Provide ongoing effective supervision to unit employees and monitors case management activities.
- Guide, mentor, and supervise youth and employees effectively.
- Must be physically capable of handling adolescents during crisis situations using safe crisis management techniques.
- Must be able to recognize situational problems and formulate new plans.
- Bachelor's degree in human services field and one-year experience in residential treatment are 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 also preferred.
- Ability to self-start, work independently and adhere to timelines on a consistent basis with a minimum of assistance and supervision.
- Ability to participate and maintain Safe Crisis Management (SCM) certification.
- At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
- Must have a valid Driver's License.
- Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing.
- Criminal clearances (State Police, FBI and State Child Abuse Clearances)
- 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.
- At Abraxas , we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
- As we work to make a difference in people's lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
- As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
- Whether you're looking to begin a rewarding career or you're a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
- At Abraxas , everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
- If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services , an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.
We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!
Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment with us!
If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at