Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?

Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?

Do you want to build a career while making a difference in the world?

If this sounds like you, let’s talk!  We’re looking for a Group Supervisor at Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center in Nashville, TN, an affiliate of Rite of Passage.  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.

 

Rite of Passage is a leading national 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.

What you’ll do:

The Group Supervisor exercises considerable independent judgment and authority on a daily basis through direction and supervision of both students and staff in order to meet expectations of the services provided. The Group Supervisor exercises direct control and direction over subordinate staff such as Senior Coach Counselors, Coach Counselors, Night Coach Counselors, transportation, etc. as assigned in the safety, care and around-the-clock supervision of students in the program. The Group Supervisor's duties include participation and authority in decisions involving processes to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, promote, discharge, assign, evaluate performance, reward or discipline other employees and program delivery.

Schedule:

The shift with rotating weeks of 3 days on then 4 days off, followed by 4 days on and 3 days off 

 To be considered, you should:

Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect. Have a desire to work with troubled teens and at least 1 year of direct care experience with juveniles. Have experience in a supervisory role. Be at least 21 years of age. Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

 

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!

 

Apply today and help us make a difference in the lives of youth!