Youth Services Supervisor & Group Leader (Residential)

State of Missouri; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid holidays

Cafeteria plans

Retirement

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a Supervisor for Youth Services within the Division of Youth Services. The role focuses on safety, care and therapy for youth in day treatment and residential programs, with emphasis on leadership and program quality.

Youth Services Supervisors coordinate treatment plans, supervise staff, communicate with court and community partners, and respond to emergencies while maintaining security and integrity of the facilities.

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ years as Youth Services Worker or higher or equivalent experience in juvenile treatment.
• Valid driver’s license at all times.
• Substitutions may be allowed with 24 graduate credit hours in specified areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise treatment services; oversee Youth Services Workers.
• Train, evaluate and coach staff; conduct counseling and performance reviews.
• Lead team meetings and weekly youth group sessions; guide group interactions.

Skills

Empathetic

Nonjudgmental

Cooperative

Encouraging

Professional

Respectful

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

State of Missouri is seeking a Supervisor for Youth Services within the Division of Youth Services. The role focuses on safety, care and therapy for youth in day treatment and residential programs, with emphasis on leadership and program quality.

Youth Services Supervisors coordinate treatment plans, supervise staff, communicate with court and community partners, and respond to emergencies while maintaining security and integrity of the facilities.