Youth Services Supervisor & Group Leader

State of Missouri; Missouri; On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

State of Missouri's Division of Youth Services seeks a Supervisor to lead treatment teams and ensure high-quality care for youth in day treatment and residential programs.

You will oversee group and individual therapy, maintain safety, deliver supervision, and coordinate with court and community staff. A driver’s license and relevant education/experience are required, with benefit-rich employment and pathways for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED; or a Bachelor's with relevant coursework in counseling, criminal justice, education, psychology, sociology, or social work.
• One+ years of professional youth treatment/counseling experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required at all times.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise youth treatment staff; monitor and maintain quality treatment services.
• Train and evaluate staff; conduct team meetings and oversee group activities.
• Interact with court/community staff; prepare progress and placement reports.
• Provide supervision of youth, ensuring safety, conduct, education and therapy; respond to emergencies.
• Assist in outdoor program activities and enforce security during emergencies.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team leadership

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (Counseling / Criminal Justice / Education / Psychology / Sociology / Social Work)

Job description

State of Missouri's Division of Youth Services seeks a Supervisor to lead treatment teams and ensure high-quality care for youth in day treatment and residential programs.

You will oversee group and individual therapy, maintain safety, deliver supervision, and coordinate with court and community staff. A driver’s license and relevant education/experience are required, with benefit-rich employment and pathways for advancement.