Operations Supervisor (Director of Operations) - AMIKids Bennettsville

AMIkids Careers•Bennettsville, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

AMIkids is seeking a Director of Operations to provide leadership to the Youth and direct care team to ensure alignment with established Program operations policies, procedures and protocol. This role involves supervising youth in a safe and secure environment and assisting in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Program. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children who have faced challenges, this role offers an opportunity to contribute to their personal growth and development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education or related field
Minimum one (1) year supervisory experience
Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license in the state of employment and have a driving record that meets the standards of the AMIkids Transportation Policy.
Able to complete trainings outside the program when required (may need to travel to other locations).

Nice To Haves

two (2) years preferred supervisory experience
Preferred one (1) year experience within an educational or youth service program, preferably working with troubled youth

Responsibilities

Supervise youth and staff in accordance with established policies and procedures, serving as an advisor and positive role model.
Coordinate daily staffing schedule; ensure coverage is maintained within required ratio.
Oversee/supervise Program activities and field trips; ensure appropriate youth to staff ratio in accordance with contractual requirements.
Execute/oversee and adhere to established safety and security policies and procedures; conduct youth and property searches for unauthorized items.
De-escalate youth altercations and incidents, using authorized methods and notify leadership.
Effectively implement AMIkids Way (Kids First, Safety, and Family) and key elements of Positive Youth Development (Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Community Involvement, and Challenged & Engaged Programming) and the AMIkids Personal Growth Model (PGM) in all interactions with students.
Actively ensure all interactions reflect Kids First, Safety, Family, Relationships, Meaningful Participation, Challenge and Engaged environment and Community Involvement.
Interactions with youth shall maintain an environment that provides a physically/emotionally safe space for youth and effective learning, growth, and progress toward individualized goals.
Plan and conduct regular staff meetings to include interactive open communication for the dissemination of information.
Provide on-going training and development opportunities for Team Members, to include continued development regarding effective communication with youth.
Provide constructive feedback and evaluate performance of direct reports for Team Member’s continued growth.
May act as liaison between internal and external stakeholders.
Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license in the state of employment and have a driving record that meets the standards of the AMIkids Transportation Policy.
Able to complete trainings outside the program when required (may need to travel to other locations).
Participate in recruiting process.