Behavioral Health Specialist II

Location: South Mountain

️Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures Behavioral Health Specialist II Leadership Development Program (LDP, Building
6) 10058 South Mountain Road, Building 6, South Mountain, PA Full-Time $/hour Daily Pay Available Looking for More Earning Potential? Voluntary overtime opportunities may be available, giving employees the option to pick up additional shifts and earn extra income. 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.

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 The Behavioral Health Specialist II works as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team to help residents develop emotional regulation, coping skills, healthy relationships, and positive decision-making while maintaining a safe, structured, and trauma-informed environment. The position partners closely with clinicians, case managers, and residential staff to reinforce treatment goals, provide behavioral coaching, and support youth during periods of emotional distress.

The purpose of this position is to strengthen the residential treatment team by adding experienced behavioral health professionals who bring practical knowledge of mental health, trauma, and behavioral disorders. Your responsibilities may include:
Build positive therapeutic relationships with residents through daily interaction. Reinforce treatment goals, behavior support plans, and coping strategies developed by the clinical team. Provide behavioral coaching and emotional support to youth experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges. Utilize trauma-informed care principles and Safe Crisis Management (SCM) techniques to prevent and de-escalate behavioral crises. Observe resident behavior, identify emerging concerns, and communicate significant observations to clinicians and residential leadership.

Assist residents in developing emotional regulation, communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and independent living skills. Model effective engagement and de-escalation techniques for Youth Development…