Juvenile Detention Shift Supervisor

✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth!  Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Shift Supervisor ✨ 

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: $65,000-$70,000; can increase 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: The Shift Supervisor is considered a lead mentor to the Direct Juvenile Support Workers, providing direction and supervision to both staff and students. Shift Supervisor  will directly supervise Coach Counselors and Night Coach Counselors while being within the mix with them on the units, in Education, and anywhere else where there is ROP activity. This position does exercise authority in ensuring staff and students adhere to the facility and daily schedules, including being on time and participation in all program elements required. As a Shift Supervisor, you will work the same schedule as the Coach Counselors and effectively maintain the proper staff to student ratio for coverage. As the immediate supervisor of direct care staff, you may be responsible for making critical and sound decisions during emergencies, including conducting group intervention crisis sessions and informing Unit Managers of concerns. This position requires you to be a role model for staff and students, leading by example and modeling ROP programming.  

To be considered you should: Possess a high school diploma or equivalent ~ Must have at least 1 year of experience working at-risk youth ~ Supervisory experience is preferred ~ 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 

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth! 

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. 

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