About the Role
Oversee daily operations of the youth intervention program, ensuring services align with agency goals, state regulations, and evidence-based practices. Monitor program performance and youth outcomes, maintain accurate documentation and compliance, and support program development, strategic planning, and continuous quality improvement.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision, coaching, and support to youth intervention specialists, current and retired law enforcement mentors, and support staff.
- Conduct regular supervision meetings, performance evaluations, and staff development activities.
- Assist staff in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and case consultation.
- Ensure staff maintain professional boundaries, ethical standards, and trauma-informed practices.
- Support employee retention and foster a positive team environment.
- Assist with high-risk or complex youth cases as needed.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support for youth experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges.
- Support family engagement and collaborative problem-solving with caregivers.
- Ensure individualized service plans address academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.
- Build and maintain partnerships with school districts, probation officers, social services, mental health providers, and community organizations.
- Participate in school meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and community coalitions.
- Advocate for youth and families to access appropriate educational and community resources.
- Monitor attendance records, case documentation, incident reports, and service delivery data.
- Prepare reports for leadership, funding sources, and community stakeholders.
- Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA, and agency policies.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education, or related field required.
- LMSW preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience working with at-risk youth, adolescents, or family intervention services.
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
- Knowledge of truancy prevention, adolescent development, behavioral interventions, trauma-informed care, and community resources.
- Strong crisis management, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with schools, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience with restorative practices and positive youth development models.
- Understanding of educational systems, attendance policies, and juvenile justice systems.
- Ability to engage resistant or high-risk youth and families.
- Strong documentation and case management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.
- Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.
- All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program.
- Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
- CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.
Skills
- Crisis management
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Restorative practices
- Positive youth development models
- Documentation
- Case management
- Cultural competence
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- 3-5 years of experience
- Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
Education Level
- Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education, or related field
Salary/Compensations
- $62,353- $70,000 Yearly
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 403b retirement plan
- Generous time off package
- Work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative environment
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives
About the Company
- As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people.
- We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home.
- We proudly employ people from all backgrounds and experiences.
- If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, join a team that changes lives every day.
- Be a part of something truly special.
Equal Opportunity
- Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people.
- EOE/AA Disability/Vet
