Assistant Facility Administrator
About The Position
About Youth Opportunity & Crestview Youth Academy Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Crestview Youth Academy in Crestview, Florida, is a secure Youth Academy serving males ages 13 to 17, delivering trauma-informed care across mental health and substance abuse needs. The program combines clinical therapy, education, restorative justice, therapeutic recreation, and life skills training. Youth typically remain in care based on individualized goals, participating in individual, family, and group therapy; victim impact awareness; vocational and pre-vocational preparation; and enrichment activities such as art, music, and recreation. Small group living units and licensed dietitian-managed meals support emotional stabilization and reintegration planning. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Assistant Facility Administrator to join our team. If you are passionate about providing care to youth in need and want to join a top-notch team, please apply today! This leadership role supports overall operations and ensures program excellence, compliance, and staff development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences
- Minimum of three years’ experience working with at-risk youth and families
- At least two years of supervisory experience
- Able to coach staff and lead change in a team environment
- Organized, motivated, and able to work independently
- Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds
- Must be able to transport clients and respond to physical needs
- Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by state guidelines
- Must pass Professional Assault Response (PAR) certification
- Must be able to work long or irregular hours as needed
- Valid driver’s license
- Must meet customer-required criminal background standards
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a human services field
- Two years’ experience managing a residential or community-based program
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Directly or indirectly supervise facility staff, supporting day-to-day operations
- Serve as Facility Administrator designee in their absence
- Help lead facility service delivery to ensure youth and staff safety and a therapeutic environment
- Support implementation of the program’s therapeutic model for youth development
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health, fire, and safety codes
- Assist with performance and quality improvement initiatives
- Support licensing, accreditation, and contract compliance
- Report incidents or concerns in accordance with YOI and customer guidelines
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, and onboarding staff following YOI HR policies
- Follow procedures for purchasing, accounting, and budgeting
- Maintain a high standard of professional behavior as a role model for youth
- Participate in required training and professional development
- Report any incidents of concern, including youth-to-youth or staff-to-youth interactions
- Document physical interventions and unusual events per guidelines
- Assist with organizing and leading the local advisory council
- Build strong community partnerships and volunteer engagement
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period
- Free RX delivery on most medications
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
