Youth Service Worker Detention Center

Youth Service Worker Detention Center

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Adelphoi Village
Published
February 11, 2025
Expires
March 13, 2025
Location
Pittsburgh
Category
Job Type
Wage Range
  • $20 - 22 Per Hour
Criminal Background Consideration
Only Non-Violent Convictions Considered
Driver’s License Required
No
Public Trans Available
No

Description

Juvenile Detention Counselor – Pittsburgh, PA

Are you passionate about creating safer communities and empowering youth to grow in resilience? At Adelphoi, a nonprofit with over 50 years of transformative impact, we offer you the chance to make a real difference. With our recent expansion into Allegheny County, we are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help at-risk youth build a foundation for a brighter future.

Why Choose Adelphoi?

  • We provide outcome-based treatment that integrates safety, security, and education with behavioral management.
  • Comprehensive training equips our employees to succeed and advance their careers.
  • We prioritize professional growth through self-guided career advancement opportunities.

What You’ll Do:
 As a Detention Counselor, you will work alongside the juvenile justice system, including courts, police, and service providers, to maintain a safe, secure environment for youth. Your work will be essential to a 24/7/365 operation, helping adolescents in temporary care navigate challenges and find a path forward.

What You Bring:

  • A minimum of 60 college credits.
  • Preferred experience in juvenile justice, congregate care, or youth-focused roles.
  • Ability to pass a company-paid physical and obtain required clearances.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay and a full benefits package, including medical, disability, retirement plans, and more.
  • Generous paid time off and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Eligibility for student loan forgiveness and career advancement.

Training Details:
 Our new hires participate in a two-week, daylight, paid training program. Once training and clearances are complete, you will transition to our Highland Detention facility in Allegheny County, with travel costs covered during this period.

Make a Difference Today.
 Begin a fulfilling career journey where you’ll help youth overcome challenges, grow in resilience, and achieve independence.

Adelphoi is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Requirements

A minimum of 60 college credits.
Preferred experience in juvenile justice, congregate care, or youth-focused roles.
Ability to pass a company-paid physical and obtain required clearances.

Benefits

Competitive pay and a full benefits package, including medical, disability, retirement plans, and more.
Generous paid time off and tuition reimbursement programs.
Eligibility for student loan forgiveness and career advancement.

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