Youth Development Center Operations Supervisor

MaineGuide; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Department of Corrections, Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, seeks a Juvenile Facility Operations Supervisor to oversee administrative and protective services and supervise direct care staff. You will ensure operations comply with laws, policies, and restorative practices.

The role requires adherence to certifications, a supervisory background, and strong collaboration with clinical and education teams. Competitive Maine benefits apply.

Qualifications

• No criminal or extensive motor vehicle record
• Five-year combination of education, training, and/or experience in corrections with at least one year supervisory experience

Responsibilities

• Assigns and schedules staff to ensure proper staffing and operation of units
• Directs and evaluates staff to ensure care, custody, and treatment of residents
• Supervises crisis intervention and addresses behavior of residents
• Collaborates with psychologists, teachers, medical staff, and other professionals
• Oversees facility operations in administrator's absence
• Reviews court documents for authenticity and legality
• Coordinates searches for contraband and maintains secure custody
• Instructs staff on juvenile care, custody and treatment expectations
• Communicates with law enforcement and manages incident reporting
• Reviews policies and participates in staff recruitment and discipline

Skills

Staff supervision

Crisis intervention

Interagency collaboration

Policy and procedure enforcement

Education

Basic Corrections Certification

Five-year correctional experience with supervisory duties

Job description

Maine Department of Corrections, Long Creek Youth Development Center in South Portland, seeks a Juvenile Facility Operations Supervisor to oversee administrative and protective services and supervise direct care staff. You will ensure operations comply with laws, policies, and restorative practices.

The role requires adherence to certifications, a supervisory background, and strong collaboration with clinical and education teams. Competitive Maine benefits apply.