We are hiring dynamic Behavioral Health Technicians - Direct Care Staff - Peer Support Specialist to join our team at Woodridge Interventions in DuPage County in Illinois. Here, you will help at-risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

Woodridge Interventions

2221 64th Street

Woodridge, IL 60517

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

To Apply; Text PEER to 773-839-3936

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Bonus (if applicable): $5,000

Shift: Afternoons & Evenings

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

Job Duties Include, but not limited to:

• Conducts rounds and bed checks and documents harmful behavioral indicators of patients as to maintain a safe environment; supervises patients during free and unstructured time, identifies and uses treatment tools to monitor and support the structure within the company.
• Identifies potential conflicts and implements crisis intervention techniques to prevent or intervene in potential crisis situations.
• Uses clinically appropriate professional terminology to complete forms and records, accurately and timely documenting patient assessment, planning, and progress.
• Develops and maintains appropriate professional boundaries between self, staff, patients, and collaterals and identifies issues related to ethics and boundaries.
• Transports patients.

Hiring Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Demonstrates a commitment to begin training or enroll in an educational program in substance abuse, counseling, or other human services program.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Is able to demonstrate through life experiences (work or volunteer experience in substance abuse field or other human services) for at least one (1) year, the ability and desire to work well with those with substance abuse problems and/or corrections.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks; including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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 administrative services to a variety of businesses and non-profit agencies so they can focus on their individual goals and missions. Apis serves 30+ affiliates throughout the USA including locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Colorado, New Jersey, and North Carolina.

We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!

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