Youth Programs Lead & On-Call Supervisor

Southwest-Key-Programs; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Key Programs is seeking a Lead Youth Tracker to supervise staff and support youth across multiple locations. You will conduct daily youth contacts, help with GPS unit management, and enter data into JTS and ETO, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires strong verbal/written skills, a clean driving record, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends when needed. Training and crisis response are key components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of youth work experience.
• Substantial college coursework with 2 years of youth work experience.
• Clean driving record and valid license.
• Criminal background check clearance.
• Reliable transportation.
• Good verbal and writing skills.
• Ability to handle crisis and goal-oriented casework.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program staff and ensure daily contacts by Youth Trackers.
• Maintain trainings and on-the-job training for staff.
• Enter data into JTS and ETO promptly.
• Maintain facility cleanliness, security, and safety.
• Conduct daily face-to-face contacts with youth.
• Assist with GPS unit inventory.
• Notify Program Director of crises or incidents immediately.
• Be on call and provide staff assistance as needed.
• Provide youth advocacy in health, education, vocation, legal and family areas.
• Complete discharge documentation accurately and timely.
• Coordinate and participate in youth activities.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Verbal skills

Written skills

Crisis intervention

First Aid (CPR)

Conflict management

Reliability & punctuality

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year youth work

College coursework + 2 years youth work

Tools

GPS inventory

JTS/ETO data entry

Job description

Southwest Key Programs is seeking a Lead Youth Tracker to supervise staff and support youth across multiple locations. You will conduct daily youth contacts, help with GPS unit management, and enter data into JTS and ETO, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires strong verbal/written skills, a clean driving record, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends when needed. Training and crisis response are key components.