Director of Juvenile Justice Alternative Prog

Highfields Inc • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

The Director of Juvenile Justice Alternative Programs develops, directs, manages, and markets treatment programs that effectively serve youth and families involved in the Juvenile Justice System, and does this in a manner that is responsive to community needs and supports the overall mission of Highfields.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Services or bachelor's degree with 3-5 years progressive experince.
• Licensure commensurate with degree.
• Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity, and strength to carry out assigned duties.
• Ability to show sensitivity to the service populations’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Hire, develop and retain quality staffing and provide ongoing oversight, supervision, and direction.
• Provide leadership to the Ingham Academy and Horizon management team to develop efficient and effective treatment, positive morale, and overall team spirit.
• Maintain positive relationships with the various public whose support is necessary for the growth and development of programs to meet the needs of the youths and families it serves.
• Supervise assigned management and direct services staff and participate in development of their clinical and Leadership skills.
• Coordinate and provide development programs to enhance the continued professional development of the workforce.
• Work harmoniously and cooperatively with fellow administrators and communicate fully all relevant and pertinent information necessary for good communication and effective decision making.
• Participate actively in strategic planning and periodic program evaluation to improve and enhance the organization’s mission and services.
• Assist Senior Management Team in the general administration of the organization as well as in providing staff assistance to designated board committees

Benefits

• 4 weeks paid time off (accrual starts on first day)
• 11 paid holidays in addition to paid birthday and paid floating holiday
• Paid mileage
• License supervision
• Paid licensing practice exam, seminar, and final exam
• Paid training opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (after 30 days)
• Short-term disability
• 401(k)
• Student Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director