Shift Administrator - Juvenile Justice

Eliot’s is seeking Shift Administrators to join our Juvenile Justice program’s residential division. Eliot's Juvenile Justice residential program provides court-involved youth, ages 13 to 21. These highly structured, self-contained programs offer a comprehensive intervention for juvenile offenders. Eliot is searching for a Shift Administrator with experience working with youthful offenders. The ideal candidate will have an active knowledge of issues relating to the program population, including: Trauma, Gang Issues, Violence, Poverty and Family Dysfunction. Experience with regulatory requirements as well as clinical and behavioral treatment is a plus. 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and facilitate all aspects of residential programming. 


• Practice principles of Positive Youth Development and Trauma Informed Care.


• Act as a mentor and coach with youth, utilizing Trauma Informed Care Interventions, and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and other evidence based practices.  


• Maintain compliance with program routines and policies.  


• Provide staff supervision, guidance and coaching.  


• Serve as a member of the administrative team and the on-call rotation.


• Facilitate and participate in orientation, training and development opportunities for staff.


• Submit timely and accurate employee supervision documentation and performance evaluations.


• Develop and maintain positive, productive working relationships with staff, youth and external resources

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field


• Valid Massachusetts drivers license and reliable transportation


• At least two years experience working with youthful offenders or similar population

Schedule:

• 2pm-10pm, Tuesday-Saturday (Sunday, Monday off)