Residential Supervisor

Morning Star Boys Ranch • Spokane, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Morning Star Boys’ Ranch is seeking a Residential Supervisor for its youth behavioral health program in Spokane, Washington. The program provides residential care and behavioral rehabilitation for youth who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, and other significant life challenges. The Residential Supervisor leads direct-care staff and helps maintain a structured, safe, and therapeutic environment for youth ages 6–16.

This is a full-time position in a 24/7 residential program requiring evening and weekend availability, schedule flexibility, and participation in an after-hours on-call rotation. The supervisor serves as the primary shift leader and decision-maker during evenings, weekends, and on-call situations, and may assist with staffing coverage when operational needs arise. The role includes transporting residents in a company vehicle.

The position is based on Spokane’s South Hill and combines team leadership, youth development, behavioral health support, and crisis response. Morning Star describes opportunities for professional development and advancement. Compensation is $23.50–$31.00 per hour, based on experience, education, and qualifications.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass federal and state background checks.
• Must have experience working directly with children or adolescents.
• Must have strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Must be able to work effectively with youth who have experienced trauma.
• Must meet one of the following qualification pathways: Option 1: high school diploma or GED, two years of experience working directly with children, and leadership experience; Option 2: two years of social service education, one year of experience working directly with children, and leadership experience; or Option 3: four years of social service education and leadership experience.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends, maintain flexibility to support program operations, participate in an after-hours on-call rotation, and assist with staffing coverage when operational needs arise.

Nice To Haves

• Residential treatment or group home experience.
• Behavioral health experience.
• Child welfare experience.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience mentoring or coaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop a team of direct-care professionals.
• Support youth ages 6–16 in a therapeutic residential treatment environment.
• Promote trauma-informed care and positive behavior support strategies.
• Respond to crises and provide real-time coaching to staff during challenging situations.
• Coordinate staffing schedules and ensure appropriate coverage for a 24/7 residential program.
• Monitor documentation, medication administration, case management activities, and program compliance.
• Partner with clinical, case management, and leadership teams to support treatment goals.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for youth who have experienced trauma, abuse, and neglect.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and agency standards.
• Serve as the primary shift leader and decision-maker during evenings, weekends, and on-call situations.
• Transport residents in a company vehicle.
• Assist with staffing coverage when operational needs arise.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance after 60 days.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Employer-paid AD&D coverage.
• Employer-paid long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Free MUV Fitness membership.
• Professional development and opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED