Why you'll love this position:

Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today!

What you'll do:

• Directs and manages the operation of a moderate-size residential treatment facility (20 beds); or small specialized facility (10 beds); or serves as the assistant in one of the largest residential treatment facilities (40 beds) or large residential treatment facility for high risk youth (30 beds).
• Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates the details of a group treatment program and the provision of individualized services for youth; provides training to staff.
• Prepares reports on the progress of youth; prepares reports and documentation relating to staff.
• Initiates purchase requests; receives supplies and equipment; and maintains related fiscal and inventory control records.
• Maintains personnel and budgetary records for the facility, including personal accounts for assigned youth.
• Develops and promotes community

Minimum Qualifications:

• One or more years of experience as a Youth Services Manager (Youth Facility Manager I) with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

OR

• Two or more years of experience as a Youth Services Supervisor/Specialist (Youth Group Leader or Service Coordinator of Youth Services) with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

OR

• Four or more years of professional experience in the treatment of juveniles as an Education Specialist, School Counselor, Youth Services Supervisor/Specialist (Outdoor Rehab Counselor), Recreation Officer, Youth Services Coordinator (Regional Family Specialist), Registered Nurse, Substance Abuse Counselor, Vocational Education Instructor, Youth Services Worker (Youth Specialist II), and/or related higher level position with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency. OR A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 15 earned credit hours in one or a combination of the following: Counseling, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology, or Social Work; and, Two or more years of professional experience in the treatment of juveniles which includes the supervision of staff and youth and responsibility for providing group and individual counseling and related treatment services. OR A Bachelor’s degree and three to four years of youth treatment experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

(Professional experience in the treatment of juveniles which includes group or individual counseling techniques may substitute on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the required degree.)

• Special Requirement: Possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license.

If you experience an accessibility issue while applying at mocareers.mo.gov, please contact courtney.a.hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-526-0416. If you have questions about this position please contact: hrc@dss.mo.gov.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.