Youth Services Program Lead - Juvenile Justice

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Juvenile Justice in Hopkinsville seeks a Youth Service Program Supervisor to lead youth services and supervise staff. The role requires coordinating Individual Treatment Plans and ensuring compliant program delivery in line with agency standards.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of supervision experience in settings serving youth aged 12–21. This executive branch position is full time and on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of experience supervising and caring for youth ages 12-21.
• Experience in community settings, day treatment, or residential facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Youth Worker Supervisors and development of Individual Treatment Plans on youth.
• Ensure staff formulate and implement appropriate treatment plans.
• Transport residents to local and statewide medical and court appointments.
• Collaborate with superintendent and administrative staff; participate in management meetings.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations and ensure policy proficiency.

Skills

Staff supervision

Youth services

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Juvenile Justice in Hopkinsville seeks a Youth Service Program Supervisor to lead youth services and supervise staff. The role requires coordinating Individual Treatment Plans and ensuring compliant program delivery in line with agency standards.

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of supervision experience in settings serving youth aged 12–21. This executive branch position is full time and on site.