Job Information
Rite of Passage DIRECTOR OF GROUP LIVING OPERATIONS - At-Risk Youth Home in Paisley, Florida
Description
Do you want to make a big difference in your community?!!
Do you want to improve the lives of local youth?!!
Do you want to make great money & grow with purpose driven organization?!!
If the answer is Yes!, then come join our awesome team of professionals serving at-risk youth! Hope Forest Academy in Paisley, FL, an affiliate of Rite of Passage is looking for a Director of Group Living. Our employees are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth. Joining our team is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.
For over 40 years Rite of Passage has been a provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive and therapeutic approach, our organization is respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth. Since 1984, over 25,000 youths have entered and completed our programs. ROP has built its reputation on running life-changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community.
The Director of Group Living is a member of the Hope Forest Academy Management Team, oversees residential services and living units and serves as the Program Director in his/her absence. Primarily responsible for managing all available resources in a manner that provides the students with the highest level of care and to ensure the Rite of Passage Program is being implemented in accordance with ROP policies and procedures and Federal, State and Local licensing requirements. The Director of Group Living reports to the Program Director and manages the Shift Supervisors and all direct-care staff.
The Many Perks & Benefits:
Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (at 60 days for Hourly employees and 90 days for Salaried)
Choice of Supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and increased Life Insurance.
Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment.
Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues.
9 Recognized Holidays
Employee incentives including; On-The-Spot Bonuses, Rams Bucks, and Longevity Awards.
Access to Employee Assistance Program (virtual therapy)
Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months
Leadership Development programs (LEAP & ASCEND)
Free Meals on shift.
Free Uniforms (Direct Care staff)
Working Advantage Discount Program
Fun Staff/Student events
Growth opportunities nationwide – we have over 60 programs spanning across 18 states!
The rewarding feeling of being part of a mission-driven organization that has been helping improve the lives of youth for 40 YEARS!
To be considered, you should:
Possess a BA/BS in a related field (Master’s Degree preferred). Substitute degree requirement with experience as long as actively pursuing a related degree
Have 4 years of related experience in residential facility management or equivalent leadership experience
Have a demonstrated ability to lead, communicate effectively, work well on a team, and manage multiple people and priorities
Apply today and help us make a difference in the lives of youth!
Qualifications
Behaviors
Required
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Motivations
Preferred
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Education
Required
- Bachelors or better
Experience
Required
- 4 years: Related experience in residential facility management or equivalent leadership experience
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
