Youth Program Manager

Now hiring a Program Manager II at Abraxas I in Marienville, PA. Here, you will be part of a team helping at-risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

Abraxas I (AI) provides adolescent treatment programs for substance abuse, delinquency and medically necessary mental health services. Our 90-acre campus is nestled in the Allegheny National Forest in northwestern Pennsylvania.

Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of at-risk youth? We’ve got the job for you!

Salary: From $60,000 Annually

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.

• Free Lunch
• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Savings Plan
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Summary:

The position supervises and coordinates direct services and related activities of the program/facility.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises, assists with hiring, and evaluates staff performance, develops measurable objectives for necessary improvements and implements appropriate corrective action to staff adhering to human resources policies and utilizing Human Resources when necessary.

• Oversees clients’ individualized treatment planning process and provides assistance as required.

• Provides direct supervision of the direct care staff members and coordinates with other clinical, supervisory, and educational departments the programmatic activities to optimize client services.

• Oversee direct care staff members scheduling to ensure compliance with maximum contractual guidelines, control overtime, and to ensure fair and equitable staff member schedules.

• Review and approve direct care staff members timecards to ensure accuracy and completeness and submit to appropriate payroll personnel in a timely manner to process payroll at the end of each pay period.

• Participates in conferences for the discussion of behavior and client progression and provides direction to other supervisory staff members.

• Regularly participates with and supervises clients in specific daily programmatic activities. Ensures contractual compliance and services provided in a professional manner.

• Reviews case files for quality and timeliness and provides direction and assistance to other supervisory staff as needed. Reviews performance measures on a monthly basis. Address programmatic improvement needs directly with clinical staff members.

• Evaluates and coordinates training needs with the training staff and assists with ensuring training needs are met for regulatory compliance purposes.

• Serves as a point of contact between supervisory staff and program/facility management

• Assists program/facility director with programmatic goals and development.

• Assists with managing client flow such as entering, discharging, and reentering program/facility.

• Monitor the ordering of all supplies and materials for the program/facility for the vocational, educational, clinical, and educational departments to operate effective programmatic activities remaining within budgetary and fiscal guidelines.

Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management (SCM) and provides effective supervision to staff regarding the use of SCM.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in related field minimum four years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential program/facility of which two years' experience must be in a supervisory or managerial level; OR

Master’s degree in related field and minimum three years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential program/facility of which one year experience must be in a supervisory or managerial level; OR

Full certification as an addiction's counselor by a statewide certification body which is a member of a national certification body or certification by another state government’s substance abuse counseling certification board, plus minimum four years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential program/facility of which two years' experience must be in a supervisory or managerial level.

• Ability to participate and maintain Safe Crisis Management (SCM) certification.
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age
• 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.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• 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!

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.

Join Us in Building Better Futures!

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 recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org