Chief of Security

Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC•Evart, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Youth Opportunity Investments is seeking a compassionate, dependable Chief of Security for Osceola Youth Center in Evart, Michigan. The center provides secure, structured, trauma-informed residential care for youth with behavioral support needs. The Chief of Security is responsible for facility safety and security, oversight of direct care staff and operational supervisors, and development and implementation of security policies. The role reports to the Facility Administrator and Assistant Facility Administrator and directly supervises the Operations Manager, Shift Supervisor, and Master Control Technician. The position helps maintain a safe, supportive environment for youth and staff. It includes reviewing camera footage and incident documentation, ensuring required checks and reports are completed, supervising and developing personnel, ensuring compliance with applicable rules and procedures, overseeing facility security activities, and responding to emergencies. The Chief of Security also serves as Administrator on Duty on a rotating schedule and may respond to operational needs while off duty. Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized provider of residential and behavioral health treatment for youth, focused on individualized care, education, skill development, positive relationships, and successful community reintegration.

Requirements

At least three years of experience working in a residential setting with children who have serious emotional disturbances or substance abuse problems.
Working knowledge of chemical dependency, substance abuse, and physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, including the ability to assist in assessing youth needs.
Current first aid/CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification.
Ability to supervise, direct, monitor, and appropriately interact with youth.
Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally and diplomatically.
Effective communication skills with coworkers, families, probation officers, caseworkers, law enforcement, court personnel, youth, and the public.
Sensitivity to professional ethics, cultural differences, gender, and disabilities.
Ability to move throughout the property and participate in youth activities.
Ability to transport youth or staff.
Ability to successfully complete the evaluation of physical techniques and written certification examination.
Physical and emotional capacity to perform the responsibilities of the position.
Meet applicable state requirements concerning communicable diseases, to the extent permitted by law.
Maintain an appropriate, valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Meet required state or local criminal background check requirements.
Ability to occasionally work extended hours, evenings, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred, but not required.
Prior supervisory experience in a related setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily camera reviews and give immediate feedback to ensure required 10-minute checks are completed properly.
Ensure camera footage is reviewed for all incidents and documented as part of internal investigations.
Ensure Unit Managers and Shift Supervisors submit complete, timely incident and PAR reports.
Supervise assigned personnel by making and monitoring work assignments, evaluating performance, providing training and corrective guidance, and conducting individual and group meetings.
Communicate attendance, conduct, performance, and coworker interaction concerns to the Operations Management Team.
Ensure compliance with state rules and regulations, facility policies, and security procedures.
Conduct security checks and room searches; schedule and oversee contraband searches; monitor electronic door locks, youth activities, and visitation.
Regularly inspect housing units, identify concerns, and take corrective action.
Respond to emergencies and operational problems, including while off duty when needed.
Coordinate youth and staff during emergencies such as fires and severe weather.
Serve as Administrator on Duty on a rotating schedule.
Provide direct oversight of the Operations Manager, including oversight of Master Control, Transportation, and Shift Supervisors.
Maintain a high standard of role model behavior for youth.
Participate in required training and development activities.
Report acts, incidents, or conditions that may indicate inappropriate youth-to-youth or staff-to-youth relationships.
Report all uses of physical force and unusual incidents according to YOI and customer agency guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.