✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Program Director at Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, FL ✨
Located near the white sand beaches of Northwest Florida in DeFuniak Springs - At Walton Academy, we provide residential treatment to improving the lives of high-risk male Youth between the ages of 13-19 through mental health and substance abuse services. We offer skills and opportunities to our youth from Carpentry/Home Builders Institute, Sports to Culinary Arts.
Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance. Paid Time Off that you can use as soon as it accrues, free meals on shift, 9 paid holidays and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2
Day in the Life: The Program Director is responsible for delivery and oversight of the treatment, educational, vocational and student health and welfare services in accordance with Rite of Passage policies and procedures as-well-as federal, state, and local rules, regulations, licensing, practices and laws. The Director is responsible for the day-to-day site operations including budgeting, financial stewardship, administration, program elements, promotions and marketing, and staff development and training. This position provides administrative oversight for the site, serves as a Senior Manager to the Rite of Passage Executive Board, is the leader of the site management team and ensures that the Mission and Values of ROP are represented in every facet under his/her organizational control.
To be considered you should:
BA/BS in related field (Master’s Degree preferred). Four years of related experience in residential facility management. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple people and projects. Good interpersonal skills including the ability to interview potential employees. Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, with the ability to adjust to high pressure and rapidly changing business conditions. Ability to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical and TB Test.
Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!
After over 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 Program Director, 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.
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Skills Required
- BA/BS in a related field
- Master's degree
- Four years of related experience in residential facility management
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple people and projects
- Good interpersonal and interviewing skills for hiring staff
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt to high-pressure, changing conditions
- Ability to pass criminal background check, drug screen, physical exam, and TB test
What We Do
Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and services for troubled and at-risk youth. With 35 years of experience in the juvenile justice industry, Rite of Passage has multiple service divisions that work with nearly 2,000 youth and families daily including schools, community-based services, academic-model programs, gender-specific treatment and secure facilities. The agency and its staff provide targeted services, skill-building opportunities and rich programming that promote youth success within their community, and for life.








