Intake Coordinator​/Manager

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth!

The Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center is located in Downtown Nashville, right next to the Tennessee Titans stadium. We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for at-risk youth. As part of our team, you’ll help provide care and supervision for young individuals awaiting trial, offering a mix of education, counseling, medical and recreation services. You’ll monitor activities, document behavior, and assist in various programs to support the growth and development of youth aged 12-18.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and ensuring safety and security, we want you to be part of our team!

Pay: $60,000.00 – $62,000.00 based on education and years of experience

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

What you will do:

As the Intake Coordinator/Manager
, you will oversee the daily operations of the Intake Department in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment
. You will ensure cases are accurately monitored, processed, and transferred into the Fam Care database. You will distribute daily census reports, court documentation, population movement sheets, and other required paperwork.

You will supervise, train, and support Intake staff
, ensuring all intake and release procedures are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with contract requirements and company standards. You will need to remain organized, responsive, and calm while managing multiple priorities in a demanding environment.

To be considered you should: Possess a high school diploma BA preferred ~ Must have at least 1 year of experience working at-risk youth ~ Previous experience in data entry ~ 1 year supervisory experience ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry ~ Must meet requirements to become an ROP eligible driver, including having an active Driver’s License

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Group Supervisor, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Inspires teammates to follow them

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Inspired to perform without outside help

High School or better.

Bachelors or better.

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