Safety/Security Officer Change Lives While Growing Your Own CareerHelp People Heal Abraxas Academy1000 Academy Drive., Morgantown, PA 19543 Full-Time
Salary: $21.00/hourly
DailyPay Available Looking for More Than Just a Job? At Abraxas Youth and Family Services we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. No experience required for many positions. Paid training is provided.
About Abraxas Youth and Family Services:
For more than 53 years, Abraxas Youth and Family Services has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.
Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.
Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.
Why Join Our Team? Competitive Pay & Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Daily Pay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance : Available after 30 days of employment
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Company-Paid Training Career Growth & Development
- Paid Training Programs
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Certification Opportunities
- Leadership Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines Meaningful Work That Matters
- Make a Difference Every Day
- Support Individuals and Families
- Build Meaningful Relationships
- Strengthen Communities
- Join a Mission-Driven Organization
What You'll Do:
As a safety/security officer, you will direct the daily activities of adolescent males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles. Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Manages the Front Desk / Control Room
- Interact with clients in a manner that ensures their safety and security.
- Maintains regular communication with supervisors and co-workers.
- Manages Security Screenings of All Staff, Clients, and Visitors entering the building
- Conducts contraband searches
- Manages video surveillance system and responds accordingly
- Provides effective facility security including conducting headcounts, room checks, and observing client movement.
- Observes client behavior and intervenes appropriately.
- Observes activities and responds accordingly including emergency situations including evacuation, CPR, or first aid).Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills
- Who We're Looking ForYou may be a great fit if you are:
- Compassionate
- DependablePatientTeam-Oriented
- Service-Focused
- ProfessionalPositiveCommitted to Helping Others
- QualificationsEducation and Experience Required:
- High School Diploma or GEDOther Qualifications:
- 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 exams, drug testing, & TB testing.
- Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license from the employee's state of residence.
- Valid registered vehicle insurance.
- Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
- Bilingual - Spanish speaking.
- Schedule
- Full-Time
Shift: second shift (7:00pm = 4:00pm)
Must be available to work weekends!
Physical Requirements:- Ability to stand, walk, and remain active and engaged throughout an 8-hour residential shift
- Ability to work in a secure, controlled-access residential facility environment
- Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to safety emergencies
- Apply Today!
- Join Us in Building Better Futures!
- Some jobs pay bills.
- Some jobs build careers.
- This job changes lives.
- If you're looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.
- Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.
About Our Organization:
Abraxas Youth and Family Services is part of the Imperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.#CB
