Program Director - Youth Tracking
Job Description
Job Summary: The Program Director is responsible for managerial, operational, and administrative duties relating to the program and is the first point of contact in case of an emergency situation. The Program Director must maintain a flexible work schedule that may include working hours other than the regular work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Essential Functions: Supervise all program staff, ensuring all daily contacts are made by assigned Youth Trackers. Ensure all data is entered promptly into the Department of Juvenile Justice’s Juvenile Tracking System (JTS) and Southwest Key Programs database, Efforts to Outcome (ETO). Complete required documentation, including discharge information, for assigned youth in an accurate and timely manner. Work effectively with funding sources to ensure the program is operating with maximum client population levels. Respond and document all crises per SWK and DJJ Policy. Maintain and monitor cleanliness, security, and safety of the facility. Ensure program compliance with the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) contract, Southwest Key Employee Guidebook, and Georgia Policy and Procedures Manual. Notify program management staff immediately in the event of a client crisis, suspected illegal activity, or any other client incident. Ensure all staff meet required training within the required time frames. Ensure all youth are successfully connected to global positioning satellite (GPS) monitoring devices. Ensure timely assignment/unassignment of GPS units in the Veritracks system. Maintain and ensure accountability of all program GPS inventory. Ensure the program is fiscally accountable. Regular and punctual attendance. Other Functions: Coordinate and participate in all client activities and groups when necessary. Provide daily contacts with youth as needed; subject to being on call and available to provide staff assistance. Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned. Qualifications and Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 months of experience working with youth and families or a related field, or 3 years of experience working with youth and families or a related field. Valid Georgia State Driver’s License, maintain current insurance and registration, and a clear driving record. Clear result from a criminal background check by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. Clear drug screen results from the organization’s designated medical facility. Ability to assist with goal-oriented delivery of services. Possess good verbal and written skills. Ability to manage conflicts and perform well in crisis situations. Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification. Physical Demands: Must be able to obtain First Aid Certification (CPR). Must be able to verify clients’ whereabouts by driving, sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time. Daily use of various office equipment. Bending, stooping, climbing up stairs, and lifting up to 15 lbs. are required to complete daily tasks. Work Environment: This is a youth tracking program that requires daily contact at various client locations. Work shifts are subject to change. Noise levels vary from mild to moderate. This position may require extended periods of time in an automobile and exposure to prevalent weather conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr