Secure Detention Supervisor (3483)

Together for Youth • Town of Mount Pleasant, NY

4d • $65,500 - $65,500

About The Position

The Secure Detention Supervisor assists administration with the overall operations of the facility and performs related tasks as required. Responsible for the implementation and oversight of daily programming and scheduling. Coordinates and implements orientation, training, and supervision of Supervising Detention Counselors and all subordinate staff. Secure Detention Supervisors may be assigned on a rotating shift basis and on alternating work schedules including weekends and holidays as needed. Primary responsibility involves overall program supervision, and at times functioning in the capacity of facility administrator. Performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree in human services, plus four (4) years of full-time paid experience in an detention or residential setting working with youth and young adults aged 10-20; including at least two (2) years functioning in a supervisory capacity OR High school Diploma or equivalent six (6) years of full-time paid experience in an in detention or residential setting working with youth and young adults aged 10 – 20 including at least two (2) years functioning in a supervisory capacity.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with variable hours including day, evening, weekend, holiday and subject to on call hours.
• Require a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Travel is required.
• Ability to coordinate and plan travel for visits and appointments in an efficient manner.
• Ability to work with an economically and culturally diverse population.
• Skills: demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written, including attention to detail; capable of working in a stressful environment; ability to become TCI, First/Aid CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Assists administration with the overall operations of the facility
• Responsible for the implementation and oversight of daily programming and scheduling
• Coordinates and implements orientation, training, and supervision of Supervising Detention Counselors and all subordinate staff
• Overall program supervision
• Functioning in the capacity of facility administrator

What This Job Offers

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