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SUPERVISOR- INGHAM COUNTY FAMILY CENTER  #08-036                                                                                          $56,635 - $67,979

Responsibilities: Under the direction and supervision of the Juvenile Programs Director the Family Center Supervisor is responsible for internal operation of Court administered programs located in the Academy Building i.e., the Ingham Academy and Evening  Reporting Programs with focus on the afternoon and evening operational hours.  This includes oversight for on duty personnel and responsibility for program areas specifically assigned. The Family Center Supervisor also serves as the building supervisor during   the shift. Works with Court Staff, facility staff, youth and families to resolve situations, address problems and offer additional direction as required. As representative of the Circuit Court Family Division, will attend Advisory Board, Neighborhood Association Meetings and other functions as assigned.

Essential Job Functions: With or without accommodations, this employee must be of the mental and physical capacity to visually observe, interact with and communicate with at-risk adolescents presently residing in the Youth Center.  Verbally interviews adolescents during an intake process.  Physically restrains violent or uncontrolled youth in the center. Occasionally lifts, pushes, pulls and carries weights of up to 100 lbs.  Stands and or sits for long periods of time throughout a shift.  Must be or become certified in CPR.  Operates various types of general office equipment, including word processors, data entry devices, telephone, copiers, and fax.  Operates specialized security monitoring devices, video, and audio monitors.  Must be able to work the scheduled shift hours of days, afternoons, mid-nights and weekends.  Must be able to understand and demonstrate principals of behavior management and other adolescent treatment modalities.

Degree/Experience: Bachelors degree required. Social Sciences, Family and Community services or related areas of study preferred. Three to five years related work experience dealing with at risk adolescents and their families required. Will be required to pass a security clearance.  Must be able to work evening shift schedule.  Driving records will be checked as part of the referral process. You must be able to meet the standards of the Ingham county Records Policy for referral.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and college transcripts with application.

Location:  Lansing