Clinician, Behavioral Health

Hiring CLINICIANS to join our team at Abraxas Academy in Morgantown, PA. As a CLINICIAN, 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.

Salary: $65,000 annually

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: Monday - Friday

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.

• 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

As a CLINICIAN, you will:

Provide clinical services, implement clinical services policy and standards, and support clinical development for the facility.

Clinician Responsibilities:

• Provides clinical services to assigned clients as per the guidelines of licensing agencies and ensures compliance with policies and procedures as well as with regulatory and licensing agencies.

• Coordinates interfacing of clinical services with educational, medical, community services, family services, and the training department.

• Performs individual and group therapy

• Provides appropriate documentation which includes: developing treatment plans and monthly reports on client behavior, attitude, achievement, education, and overall progress in the program.

• Analyzes and interprets client records, behavior, progress, and treatment plans in relationship with treatment services.

• Conducts client file reviews in a timely manner to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Confers with judges, probation officers, police, social service agencies, and community groups to assist with interpreting the facility goals and objectives and developing cooperative working relationships.

• Ensures that programming and services are appropriate to meet the needs of clients exhibiting delinquent behaviors such as substance use/abuse issues.

• Participates in Multi-Disciplinary Treatment team meetings (MDTs) regarding client behavior, diagnosis, and progress as a member of the treatment planning team.

• Interacts closely with school staff members to ensure overall treatment goals and educational outcomes are accomplished.

• Conducts in-service training and clinical consultations as well as assisting with regulatory compliance.

• Interprets programmatic treatment needs for staff members and assists with providing and implementing the integrated services.

• Assumes responsibility for specified areas of service such as client follow-up, group therapy sessions, family therapy services, and etc.

• Assumes supervisory role in the absence of a supervisor based upon program/facility requirements and licensure.

• Ensures all documentation is completed in a timely manner and meets regulatory compliance.

• Ensures that goals and objectives from clients individualized treatment plans are being addressed; Modifies clients individualized treatment plan as needed.

• Assists in maintaining the safety and security of the program/facility.

• Works closely with clinical director, case managers, treatment supervisors, senior treatment supervisors and education department to ensure that all youth involved in work program fulfill restitution, and court costs and fines obligations.

• Participates in developing an effective team, directs and supports employees and co-workers, and provides feedback and mentoring.

• Role models and teaches effective supervision and management of clients, interacts meaningfully with clients, and observes client behavior and intervenes appropriately.

• Implements and mentors employees regarding Youth Services policies on professional expectations, code of conduct and other practices and procedures, serves as a role model for clients and employees and supports the companys mission, goals and objectives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters Degree in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing or other related field and one (1) year of clinical experience.

• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.

• Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).

• Non-communicable diseases physical exam.

• Valid driver's license from employees state of residence.

• Valid registered vehicle insurance.

• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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 peoples 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 youre looking to begin a rewarding career or youre 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.

Apis Services, Inc. provides shared administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for over 30+ for profit and non-profit organizations across the USA so they can focus on their all-important missions. Apis Services Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500+ employees nationwide and growing.

Join Us in Building Better Futures!

Interested in joining a team providing life changing care to youth, adults, and families? Apply today!

If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org