CLINICIAN

Position: Clinician, Master's Level

Location: Abraxas Academy, 1000 Academy Dr., Morgantown, PA 19543

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

We are hiring full time Clinical Therapists, Social Workers, MSW 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.

Salary: $60,000 to $65,000Annually

Job Type: Full-time

Minimum Requirements:

• The following educational requirements are acceptable for this classification including:
• Master's degree in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing or other related field and one year of clinical experience.
  • Other Qualifications:
    • At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
    • Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).
    • Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
    • Non-communicable diseases physical exam.
    • Valid driver's license from employee's state of residence.
    • Valid registered vehicle insurance.

As a Clinical Therapist | Clinician , you will provide therapy work in a trauma-focused residential treatment facility for male youth. Training and supervision provided in several trauma intervention models. You will provide individual, family, and group therapy. Must have professional writing skills and ability to work well with treatment team members.

Qualified applicants will have a master's degree in psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related discipline.

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
• 401(k)
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Clinical Therapist | Clinician

Job Summary:


This position is responsible for providing clinical services, implementing clinical services policy and standards, and supporting clinical development for the facility.


Essential Functions:

• 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 under the direction of the clinical
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 (MDT's) 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.
• Serves as liaison with external contacts such as probation officers, family members, and other interested parties.
• 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.
• Assists in the development and implementation of the clinical program, which includes individual/group counseling and scheduled daily programmatic activities.
• Ensures all documentation is completed in a timely manner and meets regulatory compliance.
• Represents the program/facility at judicial hearings.
• 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.
• Maintains confidentiality of information as it relates to client information.
• 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 company's mission, goals and objectives.
• Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

Non-Essential Functions:

• None

Minimum Requirements:

• The following educational requirements are acceptable for this classification including:
• Master's degree in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing or other related field and one year of clinical experience.
  • Other Qualifications:
    • At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
    • Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).
    • Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
    • Non-communicable diseases physical exam.
    • Valid driver's license from employee's 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 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

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!

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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 . (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies.

Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

About Company:

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.


Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate's provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.