Family & Youth Intervention Center Director

Under limited supervision of the Deputy Chief Probation Officer, the director will coordinate and oversee all aspects of the Marion County Family and Youth Intervention Center which includes developing and implementing the goals and objectives to meet the mission and purpose of the established resource for Marion County which will provide a 20-bed facility for youth and operations 24/7 365 days per year.

The director will be responsible for program development, planning, organizing, coordinating, and monitoring the activities related to the center. The director will provide direction and oversight for the program, staff assigned, funding resources, and service providers and outside programming in the center. This position requires considerable initiative and independent judgment in managing multiple priorities and coordinating work activities to meet schedules and goals.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the Family and Youth Intervention Center.
• Assist in hiring, training, staff development and performance feedback for staff assigned to the center.
• Assist in securing and maintaining licensing of the center from the Indiana Department of Children’s Services.
• Identify grants and funding resources and complete grant applications for continued support of the center and manage grant awards including the completion of required reports.
• Assist in development, implementation, and oversight of the center budget.
• Collaborate with court, probation department leadership and City-County procurement staff for any necessary Requests for Proposals (RFP) for services offered at the center.
• Prepare management reports and ad hoc reports as required or requested regarding the status of the center’s programs and services.
• Oversee assessments and care plans conducted by center staff.
• Ensure compliance to any contracted service providers by monitoring quality assurance standards, service performance and documentation.
• Conduct and participate in special administrative and operational studies or projects.
• Provide training and technical assistance to court, probation and stakeholders regarding the center and its’ efforts.
• Educate and remain current on assessment center research and best practices in various areas of the service needs for youth, families, and the community.
• Develop, collaborate, and monitor performance indicators and analyze and share observations through data regarding referrals, programming, and outcomes.
• Performs other duties and projects and duties as necessary.

The successful applicant must be at least 25 years old, possess a minimum of an accredited master’s degreein social work, counseling, or a related human service area of study. The applicant must also possess one of the following requirements: (1) Four (4) years of supervisory and administrative experience in child welfare agency or therapeutic setting that serves children (2) One (1) year of supervisory experience in a supervisory capacity and a current license issued by the behavioral health and human services licensing board as, one (1) of the following: a clinical social worker, a marriage and family therapist, a mental health counselor, a social worker with a master’s degree or a related field as determined by the Department of Children’s Services.

The ideal candidate may also possess the following preferred skills:

• Knowledge of interviewing, counseling, observing, and collecting data from individuals.
• Knowledge of the principle and practices of the juvenile justice system with an understanding of the cultural, societal, and systemic issues impacting juvenile delinquency, such as substance abuse, domestic violence, and mental health issues.
• Skilled at communicating and collaborating with…