Youth Access & Stabilization Program Lead

The Children's Cabinet; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s Cabinet in Kentucky seeks a Youth and Family Access & Stabilization Manager to lead critical programs and ensure seamless access to emergency support for youth and families. You will supervise a diverse team and collaborate with schools, law enforcement, and community partners to deliver crisis intervention, stabilization, and preventive services.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and budget oversight to sustain funding and program quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or closely relevant field required.
• 5+ years experience in case management, social services, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supervision and management.
• Experience supervising diverse teams and collaborating with community partners.
• Must have reliable vehicle and Nevada driver's license (if required by travel).

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for programs addressing basic needs, crisis intervention, early intervention, prevention, and stabilization for youth and families.
• Supervise coordinators, case managers, specialists, ambassadors, front desk staff, and community navigators.
• Ensure program quality, compliance, and measurable outcomes; manage budgets and funding opportunities.
• Develop and implement program plans, goals, and services aligned with agency priorities.
• Coordinate intake, needs assessments, referrals, crisis intervention, and stabilization services.
• Maintain Safe Place 24/7 accessibility for youth in crisis; oversee crisis response protocols and hotline coordination.
• Represent the agency in community meetings and partnerships to expand access and impact.

Skills

Youth development

Trauma-informed practices

Crisis intervention

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Program supervision

Budget management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

The Children’s Cabinet in Kentucky seeks a Youth and Family Access & Stabilization Manager to lead critical programs and ensure seamless access to emergency support for youth and families. You will supervise a diverse team and collaborate with schools, law enforcement, and community partners to deliver crisis intervention, stabilization, and preventive services.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and budget oversight to sustain funding and program quality.