Evening Shift Administrator – Juvenile Justice Program

Eliot Community Human Services; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Retirement Savings

Wellness & Family Support

Financial Security

Professional Growth

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services is seeking Shift Administrators for its Juvenile Justice residential program. The role supports court-involved youth ages 13–21 in a structured setting, guiding staff and ensuring program compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field, at least two years working with youth offenders, and a working knowledge of trauma‑informed care and DBT approaches. Shift is Tue–Sat, 2pm–10pm, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field.
• Valid Massachusetts driver's license and reliable transportation.
• At least two years experience working with youthful offenders or similar population.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate all aspects of residential programming.
• Practice principles of Positive Youth Development and Trauma Informed Care.
• Act as a mentor and coach with youth, utilizing Trauma Informed Care Interventions, and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and other evidence based practices.
• Maintain compliance with program routines and policies.
• Provide staff supervision, guidance and coaching.
• Serve as a member of the administrative team and the on‑call rotation.
• Facilitate and participate in orientation, training and development opportunities for staff.
• Submit timely and accurate employee supervision documentation and performance evaluations.
• Develop and maintain positive, productive working relationships with staff, youth and external resources

Skills

Trauma Informed Care

Mentoring / Coaching

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field

Job description

Eliot Community Human Services is seeking Shift Administrators for its Juvenile Justice residential program. The role supports court-involved youth ages 13–21 in a structured setting, guiding staff and ensuring program compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field, at least two years working with youth offenders, and a working knowledge of trauma‑informed care and DBT approaches. Shift is Tue–Sat, 2pm–10pm, with a competitive salary and benefits.