Youth Specialist Supervisor
Core
Supervise and support Youth Specialists in a structured residential environment to ensure the safety, security, and welfare of at-risk youth.
Role type
Residential Youth Services Supervisor
Builds
Safe, supportive, and structured residential settings for at-risk youth
Domain
Public sector / Juvenile justice / Residential care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Team supervision, shift scheduling, program schedule development, intake and admission processing, crisis prevention, physical restraint techniques, CPR certification, vehicle operation
Preferred skills
Crisis intervention, staff performance appraisal, policy compliance, multi-disciplinary collaboration
Technologies
Countywide and department-specific software systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases
Responsibilities
Ensure safety and security of residents on assigned shift; Supervise and guide Youth Specialists; Prepare weekly program schedules; Manage staff work schedules; Serve as liaison between youths, staff, families, and professionals; Perform admission and intake duties.
Seniority
Mid-level supervisor, hands-on IC