Juvenile Rehabilitation Living Unit Manager (WMS1) Aberdeen

Description

Job Title: Juvenile Rehabilitation Living Unit Manager (WMS01)
Location:  Aberdeen, WA -Harbor Heights
Closes:  Open until filled - A review will take place on April 14th, 2025.  The hiring manager may choose to close this posting at any time without notice.
Salary:  $76,522 - $94,140 Annually. The salary listed does not include an additional on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium.

Inspire Change as a Juvenile Rehabilitation Living Unit Manager

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young adults? We are seeking two passionate, forward-thinking leaders to help launch and shape The Ascend Program at Harbor Heights, our brand-new Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) location in Aberdeen, Washington. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead one of two therapeutic community units that provide a holistic blend of care, supervision, treatment, education, vocational training, and reentry services for young people. Join us in transforming lives while advancing the DCYF mission, vision, and values of our Agency.

Why This Role Matters

As a Juvenile Rehabilitation Living Unit Manager, you’ll play a vital role in building a high-performing team that delivers impactful programming and supervision for residents. This includes leading treatment, transition, and reentry efforts, grounded in Rewire, the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program that serves as the foundation of our therapeutic approach. You’ll also oversee enrichment activities, educational opportunities, vocational training, and work-based learning, creating an environment where young adults can rebuild their lives and achieve success.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be at the forefront of creating positive change for young adults in our care and shaping the future of the Ascend Program.

What You’ll Do

• Lead with Purpose: Build and inspire a dedicated team and living environment committed to providing compassionate care, treatment, and guidance for JR residents.
• Shape Lives: Oversee trauma-informed, evidence-based programs that help residents develop critical life skills, heal from trauma, and prepare for successful reintegration into the community.
• Foster Excellence: Set the tone for professionalism, ethical standards, problem solving, and open communication throughout the program.
• Drive Success: Supervise and coach staff, coordinate services, and develop innovative approaches to maximize the impact of therapeutic, educational, and vocational programming.
• Collaborate for Impact: Work closely with leadership, staff, community partners, and stakeholders to ensure the success and growth of young people

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Make an Impact: Be part of something bigger—changing lives, building hope, and strengthening communities.
• Leadership Opportunity: Take charge of a groundbreaking program and contribute to its growth and success.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills with ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
• Supportive Culture: Join a dedicated team passionate about making a difference.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package, including retirement options, health care, and generous leave

If you’re driven to lead, innovate, and inspire, we want to hear from you! Apply today and see how you can help build a brighter future for young adults at Harbor Heights.

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a proven track record in:

• Therapeutic communities, corrections, secure mental health facilities, or similar environments (5+ years of experience)
• Commitment to rehabilitation in structured environments, compassion, and positive youth development
• Growth mindset, emotional resilience, and empathic communication
• Understanding and applying cognitive behavioral therapy principles
• Cultural competence and adaptability
• Crisis management and de-escalation
• Innovative problem solving

Required Qualifications:
Equivalent combination of education and professional experience in casework, counseling, probation and parole, social services, planning, directing, and/or facilitation youth group activities totaling eight (8) years
OR
A Master's degree in public administration, Social Sciences or a closely allied field, and three years of professional experience
OR 
 Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education, in Public Administration, Social Sciences or a closely allied field, and four years of professional experience.
OR 
Two years as a Juvenile Rehabilitation Supervisor or Juvenile Rehabilitation Coordinator.

The incumbent must possess expertise in providing services to youth and young adults and have an understanding of: adolescent development; at-risk behavior; principles/techniques and trends in juvenile rehabilitation. Incumbent should also possess knowledge of: juvenile risk and protective factors; evidence/researched based intervention programs that reduce recidivism; JR's Integrated Treatment Model including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Functional Family Parole/Therapy; principles of supervision and treatment of Substance Use Disorder (SUD), youth with a sex-offense and /or mental health issues; principles of casework practices, management, public administration and supervision. Familiarity with: Human Resource specifications; Washington State Juvenile Justice Act; Washington Administrative Code and Revised Code of Washington as it pertains to juveniles: DCYF Administrative Policies; JR Policies; case law and the Collective Bargaining Master Agreement.

Degree must be obtained from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. 

Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application for degrees obtained outside the U.S. Incomplete applications may be screened out of the recruitment process.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Preference will be given to supervisory experience with residential programs in juvenile justice.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze challenging situations in a social services environment and prioritize appropriate courses of action applying sound judgment and professional standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of adolescent development and juvenile rehabilitation practices and principles; experience providing cognitive/behavioral therapeutic interventions.
• Expertise in providing services to youth and young adults and have an understanding of: adolescent development; at-risk behavior; principles/techniques and trends in juvenile rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of: juvenile risk and protective factors; evidence/researched based intervention programs that reduce recidivism; JR’s Integrated Treatment Model including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Functional Family Parole/Therapy; principles of supervision and treatment of Substance Use Disorder (SUD), youth with a sex-offense and/or mental health issues; principles of casework practices, management, public administration and supervision. Familiarity with: Human Resource specifications; Washington State Juvenile Justice Act; Washington Administrative Code and Revised Code of Washington as it pertains to juveniles: DCYF Administrative Policies; JR Policies; case law and the Collective Bargaining Master Agreement.
• Demonstrated understanding of racial equity and a commitment to participate in DCYF efforts to advance racial equity in our policies, processes and practices.
• Understand Institutional and systemic barriers for children and families of color. Committed to removing barriers and closing gaps for children and families furthest from opportunity.
• Experience working effectively with a team of individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds.
• Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences related to juvenile delinquency, and the ability to use verbal de-escalation and self-defense techniques approved for intervention with verbally and/or physically aggressive youth or young adults.

How do I apply? 
Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:

• Letter of interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
• Current resume detailing experience and education.

Supplemental Information:
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve.  If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

Applicants selected for an interview will be required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

This position requires a valid unrestricted (other than corrective lenses) driver's license.

If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment or if you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact David Ozment (Talent Acquisition Specialist) at [email protected] If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email [email protected].

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.

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