FIRS Program Supervisor

Ryther Child Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Benefits

Paid Vacation

Sick Days

Holidays

Telehealth Services

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility

On-call week bonus

Job summary

Ryther Child Center is seeking a Family Intervention & Restorative Services Program Supervisor to lead crisis-responsive programming for youth and families. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, DEI practices, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support regulation and skill development.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant master’s degree (or equivalent experience), strong training and facilitation skills, and the ability to drive agency vehicles.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field; or a bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience in child mental health.
• Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed care and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices.
• Skills in training, group facilitation, and milieu management.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, verbal de-escalation.
• Valid WA state driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to drive agency vehicles.
• Acceptance and ability to work with individuals and families with diverse lifestyles, cultures, and abilities with a social justice and equity lens.
• Experience working with youth in the juvenile justice system, group care settings, or higher level of care.

Responsibilities

• Develop milieu routines that support regulation and skill generalization.
• Provide training and supervision to behavior specialists during on-boarding and in the milieu.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate with Juvenile Court Services, including screening staff, supervisor, and juvenile probation counselors.
• Manage supply orders, staff schedules, and paperwork completion.
• Provide on-call support in collaboration with Lead Behavior Specialist.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

DEI practices

Training

Group facilitation

Milieu management

Verbal de-escalation

Driver's license

Cultural competency

Youth/Juvenile justice experience

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Master’s degree in counseling

Master’s degree in psychology

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years experience in child mental health

Job description

Family Intervention & Restorative Services Program Supervisor

Ryther is a recognized leader in behavioral health services for children, youth, young adults, and their families facing complex challenges. We’re dedicated to providing comprehensive services and innovative treatments. We work with young people so that they may experience new ways of thinking, develop positive relationships, and realize a better life. We hope you'll join our team of amazing providers!

Ryther is expanding our work in preventing and decreasing youth involvement in juvenile justice by providing therapeutic support through a court diversion program. As the Program Manager, you'll provide a positive, safe, and supportive milieu environment for youth experiencing crisis, using a trauma/DEI-informed framework. You'll also be responsible for collaborative program development, training, milieu management, and group facilitation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop milieu routines that support regulation and skill generalization.
• Provide training and supervision to behavior specialists, both during on-boarding and in the milieu.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Coordinate with Juvenile Court Services, including screening staff, supervisor, and juvenile probation counselors.
• Manage supply orders, staff schedules, and paperwork completion.
• Provide on-call support in collaboration with Lead Behavior Specialist.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work the swing shift when needed to cover shifts
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field or bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience working in child mental health.
• Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed care and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices.
• Skills in training, group facilitation, and milieu management.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, verbal de-escalation.
• Valid WA state driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to drive agency vehicles
• Acceptance and ability to work with individuals and families with a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural and spiritual practices with the ability to apply a social justice and equity lens to all aspects of this work.
• Experience working with youth in the juvenile justice system, group care settings, or higher level of care

You'll have the following benefits

• Medical/Dental Benefits (Premium covered up to 94% by Ryther, depending on plan , and we pay $5000.00 towards your deductible and out of pocket max)
• 15 Days Paid Vacation (which increases to 17 after your second year, and by 1 each year after that)
• 10 Sick Days (Vacation and Sick time rollover)
• 9 Paid Holidays, and 1 Floating Holiday
• Free Medical Telehealth Appointments for you and anyone in your household (General Medical, Dermatology, Mental Health, Neck and Back Care, Nutrition, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family through WorkLife
• 40% Off Aflac Supplemental Insurances (Free Aflac Identity Theft Protection)
• 403b Tax Deferred Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance ($50,000.00)
• Ryther is a registered 501c(3) which qualifies for the federal Student Loan Forgiveness program
• Bonus for on-call weeks ($350.00 per week)

What We Value

• Commitment to Ryther’s mission, vision, and values.
• Respect for diverse lifestyles, cultures, and abilities.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong self-management skills.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to change and servant leadership.

Ryther seeks to create a work environment that reflects the diverse community that it serves. People of color, LGBTQIA2s+, persons with disabilities, and multi-lingual individuals encouraged to apply. Our diversity is our strength!