Program Manager, Youth Firearm Intervention

Thewia; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Vision & dental insurance

Disability & life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The Center for Justice Innovation seeks a Programs Manager for a court-connected youth firearm intervention initiative in Queens, NY. You will lead day-to-day operations, supervise staff, and coordinate across mentoring, workforce development, and clinical services to deliver trauma-informed, youth-centered support.

Ideal candidates have LMSW and 5-7 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in supervision and strong collaboration with courts and youth-serving systems.

Qualifications

• LMSW and 5-7 years relevant full-time experience required.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience required.
• Experience with trauma-informed clinical services and youth engagement.
• Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma and restorative processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day implementation of Youth Firearm Intervention Services with engagement and compliance.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with mentors, workforce development, and clinical teams.
• Oversee individualized service planning and trauma-informed support.
• Maintain referrals, enrollment, and court reporting systems.
• Collaborate with data staff for reporting and program improvement.
• Represent program to Queens Youth Part and court stakeholders.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Trauma-informed care

Court collaboration

Youth engagement

Crisis intervention

Assessment & service planning

Written communication

Bilingual skills (plus)

Education

LMSW

Job description

The Center for Justice Innovation seeks a Programs Manager for a court-connected youth firearm intervention initiative in Queens, NY. You will lead day-to-day operations, supervise staff, and coordinate across mentoring, workforce development, and clinical services to deliver trauma-informed, youth-centered support.

Ideal candidates have LMSW and 5-7 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in supervision and strong collaboration with courts and youth-serving systems.