YOUTH CARE WORKER
Abraxas Youth & Family Services

Facility: ABRAXAS ACADEMY

Compensation Base: $19.00/Hour

Compensation Bonus (if applicable): An additional $3.00 if bilingual in English and Sp

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

***An additional $3.00 for qualified bilingual candidates***

Abraxas Youth and Family Services is a national leader in the operation of residential treatment facilities and community-based programs for troubled youth and their families. 

Summary:  

This entry level position implements the activities which support the daily schedule of the facility. In addition, this position observes and addresses client behavior and documents services in client files.

Essential Functions:

• Interacts with and supervises clients during daily activities in a manner that ensures their safety and security.
• Maintains regular communication with supervisor and co-workers.
• Provides effective facility security including conducting headcounts, room checks, and observing client movement.
• Observes client behavior and intervenes appropriately.
• Processes intakes and screens clients according to program policy.
• Facilitates and documents various groups or meetings.
• Administers medication or supervises self administration of medication when necessary.

Non-Essential Functions:

• None