Assistant Director

Hiring: Assistant Director

Location: Abraxas Ohio | 2775 OH-39 | Shelby, OH 44875

The Assistant Director is responsible for managing the operations of a residential facility to ensure clients receive the highest level of services in a safe and secure environment. Here, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team helping at-risk adolescents BUILD BETTER FUTURES.

Salary Range: $90,000 Annually

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: Varies

Primary Responsibilities:        

• Monitors and manages the facility’s operations to ensure policy compliance, effective supervision of clients, delivery of quality services and the implementation facility schedules.


• Ensures quality and continuity of clinical services and curriculum within established parameters.


• Develops and executes departmental policies in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.


• Assures compliance with applicable licensing and regulatory agencies.


• Updates and amends policy and procedures manual for accuracy and 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 local agencies such as social service, community relations, and criminal justice to interpret the institutional programmatic activities and objectives as well as developing cooperative working relationships.


• Assumes overall direction of the program including communication with internal management and external agencies in the absence of the Facility Director.


• Evaluates training needs of the facility for staff members and coordinates training activities and programs.


• Communicates regularly and thoroughly with appropriate supervisory staff member on matters such as operational, administrative, and personnel issues within the program/facility.


• Attend staff meetings and conferences.


• Supports the company’s philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral or social science field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential facility of which three (3) years must be in a supervisory or managerial level OR


• Master’s degree a behavioral or social science field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in residential and non-residential program of which one (1) year experience must be in a supervisory or managerial level.


• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.


• Criminal clearances (Specific State, child clearances BCI&I and, if necessary, FBI).


• Non-communicable diseases physical exam, drug test


• Valid unrestricted Driver's License

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

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.

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

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.

Inperium Inc., Apis Services, Inc. and affiliates 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.