Assistant Program Director of Group Living

✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth!  Rite of Passage Team is hiring for an Assistant Program Director of Group Living at Fort Myers Academy in Fort Myers, Florida.  ✨

 

Ft. Myers Academy (FMYA) is located in Fort Myers, Florida.  We are a moderate risk, all-female program, contracted through the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, which offers comprehensive care and treatment, specializing in evidence-based intensive mental health services. The academy is dedicated to providing high-quality care in a serene and supportive environment, designed to promote healing and recovery for individuals facing mental health challenges. With a focus on evidence-based practices, Ft. Myers Academy ensures that each client receives personalized, effective treatment tailored to their specific needs.

Pay: $75,000.00

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 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 Assistant Program Director of Group Living is a member of the Site 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 supervises the Shift Supervisors and direct care staff.

To be considered you should: Possess a BA/BS in related field (master’s degree is preferred); Four years of related experience in residential facility management.  ~ 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 be able to meet the requirements of an ROP-eligible driver, including having a valid Driver’s License

Schedule/hours/shifts: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Evenings, Overnight and Weekend hours as needed) Additionally, you will be on-call, 24/7 to respond to any emergencies.

 

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 Director of Group Living, 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.

 

FL Clearinghouse | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

 

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Qualifications Behaviors Required Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them 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 Education Required Bachelors or better. Preferred Masters or better. Experience Required Experience in residential facility management Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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