Youth Residential Programs Manager — 50% Travel

SCO Family of Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SCO Family of Service in New York seeks a dedicated supervisor to oversee youth residential programs, ensuring safe housing, enriching activities, and strong staff-youth relationships. The role emphasizes crisis management skills, family engagement, and community partnerships.

You will supervise Senior Child Care Workers and coordinate weekly staff meetings, while ensuring compliance with city/state regulations and maintaining thorough documentation for program budgets and reporting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Significant college-level coursework in Human Services.
• Experience in children’s residential services.
• Residence in or connection to the community served.
• Proficiency in the language(s) of the community’s major cultural groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily/weekly routines, enrich activity programming, and maintain positive peer dynamics.
• Monitor facilities for safety, cleanliness, and maintenance; advocate for furnishings and repairs.
• Support youth and families through casework, education, health, and vocational services; build community partnerships.

Skills

Staff supervision

Youth engagement

Behavior management

Cultural competence

Program coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Human Services coursework

Job description

SCO Family of Service in New York seeks a dedicated supervisor to oversee youth residential programs, ensuring safe housing, enriching activities, and strong staff-youth relationships. The role emphasizes crisis management skills, family engagement, and community partnerships.

You will supervise Senior Child Care Workers and coordinate weekly staff meetings, while ensuring compliance with city/state regulations and maintaining thorough documentation for program budgets and reporting.