State of Idaho Opportunity
Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
The Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections (IDJC) is now hiring for a full-time Juvenile Placement Manager, located at our Headquarters office in Boise.
This position is responsible for managing the placement, transition, and movement of juvenile offenders in IDJC custody, as well as supervising the Placement and Transition Services Team. This is a dynamic position that involves forecasting juvenile populations, identifying trends, projecting program needs and developing strategies for placement services to be provided based on anticipated and known requirements.
Responsibilities include identifying and coordinating resources to ensure a well-planned, efficient, and collaborative process for activities related to the placement and movement of juvenile offenders committed to IDJC. The incumbent will also provide support and consultation to the Department Director, Statewide Administrator of Facility Operations, Superintendents, Clinical Supervisors, contract providers, and other professional staff regarding appropriate placement.
The successful candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and meet the Minimum Qualifications outlined below. To be considered for this position you must attached a cover letter and resume.
The Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections has regionalized state services for juveniles committed to its custody, making it possible for most juveniles to remain close enough to their communities so parents and other key community members can take part in the juvenile's treatment. State juvenile correctional centers are located in Lewiston, Nampa, and St. Anthony and provide a full complement of services for youth who range from 10 to 20 years of age.
To learn more about Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections visit our website: IDJC
About this Position:
- The work schedule will typically be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; however, the incumbent may need to work flexible hours and days on occasion to meet the position requirements. There may be opportunities for occasional telework following completion of probation.
- In-state and some out-of-state travel are required.
- The position will be required to pass an FBI criminal background records check.
Responsibilities:
- Managing the placement and transition of juveniles for IDJC which includes all aspects of juvenile movement and placement, including in-state and out-of-state residential contract providers;
- Ensuring appropriate and cost-effective use of alternative care programs;
- Develops, negotiates, implements, and manages statewide contracts for external service providers, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, licensing standards, performance expectations, and departmental policies.
- Developing collaborative relationships with community officials, groups, other agencies and advisory boards on special programming needs;
- Chairs population management meetings, facilitates strategic discussions regarding youth placement and capacity needs, and prepares reports
- Forecasting juvenile population growth and bed space needs and identifying trends;
- Negotiates and secures bed space and placement services through state, county, and private providers, balancing treatment needs, operational requirements, and budget considerations to ensure effective use of departmental resources.
- Analyzes expenditures, forecasts funding needs, and recommends budget adjustments based on population trends, placement requirements, and program priorities.
- Reviews and approves placement-related expenditures and contracts to ensure compliance with departmental policies and fiscal objectives.
- Identifies opportunities for cost savings while maintaining service quality and meeting treatment needs of youth.
- Developing statewide placement policy and analyzing system processes and functions to ensure safe and efficient use of staff and resources;
- Monitoring contracted residential, independent living, or community-based service providers to ensure program quality, compliance, and effective outcomes for youth.
- In collaboration with the Quality Improvement Services Manager, oversee and monitor residential and service contracts to ensure program quality, regulatory compliance, and adherence to contractual requirements. Provide consultation regarding corrective actions, training and technical assistance needs, performance improvement strategies, and contract compliance concerns.
- Oversees and administers the Custody Review Board process, including planning, coordination, case preparation, facilitation, documentation, and implementation of board recommendations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Considerable knowledge of:
- Juvenile justice programs and public management practices, typically, gained through at least three years of experience in juvenile justice program implementation and development;
- Providing consultation and collaboration with youth serving system partners.
- Operating principles of juvenile justice system;
- Problems and needs of delinquent youth;
- Institutional and community-based rehabilitation programs for youth, including assessment, treatment, and therapy.
Good knowledge of:
- Change management practices through a combination of training, experience, and/or education.
Experience:
- Considerable experience supervising professional staff, including assigning work, coaching, performance management, conducting evaluations, addressing employee relations concerns, and developing staff to achieve organizational goals.
- Experience leading teams in a complex human service, juvenile justice, correctional, or behavioral health environment.
- Experience managing competing priorities, allocating resources, and ensuring accountability for program and operational outcomes.
- Experience providing leadership and accountability for processes that impact youth movement, placement, treatment planning, and population management within a juvenile justice system.
- Experience monitoring contracted residential, independent living, or community-based service providers to ensure program quality, compliance, and effective outcomes for youth.
MQ Specialties:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or related field (Master's degree preferred),
- Good knowledge of management practices, program planning, organization, and evaluation.
- Progressively responsible experience working in a juvenile justice system with understanding of classification systems, activities related to movement and housing of juvenile offenders and projection of future housing needs.
- Experience developing positive working relationships with other public agencies, government officials and community-based entities.
Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package that includes the following -
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance - employee only coverage for PPO $70.74/month for medical and vision & $12.08/month for dental
- Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement system
- Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)
- Eleven paid holidays in a year
- Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
- Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
- Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
- Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education
- Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
- State and Department Wellness Programs
- Ongoing training opportunities
- Potential flexible work schedule
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID
83720-0285
EMAIL:
idjcjobs@idjc.idaho.gov