Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) Medical Director

Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) Medical Director

Salary

$130,000.00 - $202,888.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County - Olympia, WA

Job Type

Part Time - Permanent

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2026-08948

Department

Dept of Children, Youth, and Families

Division

Juvenile Rehabilitation: Operations & Programs

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
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Description

"Our vision is to ensure that "All Washingtons children and youth grow up safe and healthy, thriving physically, emotionally, and educationally, nurtured by family and community".

Job Title: Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) Medical Director

Location: Olympia, WA

Closes: Monday, November 23, 2026

Salary: $130,000.00 - $202,888.80 Annually

(This reflects pay prorated to 60% FTE. The full-time salary range for this position is $130,320.00 - $338,148.00 annually.).

Schedule: Part-time (60%), on-call; days

Work Setting: Hybrid

This is a hybrid position - not fully remote. The Medical Director provides in-person clinic care at JR secure facilities and travels to community facilities; administrative work may be performed remotely. Regular on-site presence is required.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is accepting applications for a Medical Director to oversee the standards of medical care across Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) programs and ensure regulatory compliance. The Medical Director advises JR community facility leadership on the care of young people who access Medicaid-funded providers while in those facilities, delivers direct services and clinics at JR secure facilities, and provides on-call coverage and case consultation. This is a unique opportunity to influence policy, advance evidence-based practice, and ensure young people receive high-quality, developmentally informed care that supports their health, rehabilitation, and long-term success.

Click here to learn more about DCYF.

The Opportunity:

As the JR Medical Director, you will serve as the primary healthcare authority for Juvenile Rehabilitation statewide, leading the system of medical care and treatment for youth in JR programs. You will advise executive leadership on healthcare policy and system improvements, oversee standards of care and regulatory compliance, and ensure consistent, high-quality, developmentally informed care across secure and community facilities. You will provide clinical supervision to medical providers and nursing supervisors, oversee healthcare contracts, consult on complex cases, and hold final authority for medical treatment decisions for youth in JR residential programs.

Working closely with JR leadership, behavioral health partners, and community providers, you will advance quality improvement, promote compliance with National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards, and support the Medicaid 1115 Reentry Waiver. You will also provide direct clinical care to youth, deliver medical education to staff, and help shape the future of healthcare for justice-involved youth. If you are a systems-minded physician leader dedicated to this work, we encourage you to apply.

Some of what youll do:

• Provide medical leadership and ongoing communication across JR's enterprise, including clinical supervision of medical staff and nurse managers, participation in leadership meetings, interviews for key clinical positions, and oversight and guidance for clinical systems and services.
• Provide consultation on medical service needs to medical personnel at each facility and to community providers, particularly for youth with complex needs who are transitioning to a community facility or reentering the community.
• Oversee and facilitate regular medical quality assurance activities.
• Provide on-call availability for emergent cases, critical incidents, or other urgent consultation needs.
• Meet weekly with RN3s to advise on best-practice care and contribute to audit preparation.
• Coordinate the medical aspects of the continuum of care.
• Provide direct medical clinic support, focusing on coverage and outdates at Echo Glen Children's Center and Green Hill School approximately one day per month.
• Conduct medical assessments of JR young people to include medical history and physical exam, complete diagnosis, and medication evaluation. Provide (as needed) consultation with families regarding the care of youth.

Required Qualifications:

• A Doctor of Medicine (MD), be Board Certified and have a current, valid license to practice medicine in the State of Washington.
• Possess or meet eligible criteria for DEA.

AND

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to communicate orally and in writing with a variety of individuals ranging from agency administration, residential program and security staff, health care professionals, patient advocates, and other lay people.
• Experience supervising providers and providing consultation to non-clinical program personnel on the execution of support services.
• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

• Experience in adolescent medicine in a residential setting.
• Familiarity with best practices of medicine in juvenile justice/carceral settings.
• Familiarity with standards of practice as defined by the National Commission on Correctional Healthcare (NCCHC)
• Experience with administering Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in coordination with substance use dependence professionals.

How do I apply?

Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:

• Letter of interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
• Current resume detailing experience and education.
• Three professional references with current contact information

Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington's children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our goal to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

Applicants selected for an interview are required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but is considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job.

Must provide information about past allegations or investigations related to client relationships.

This position requires at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver's license.

Must maintain a current CPR/First Aid certification.

Must maintain at least 12 hours of continuing education or in-service training yearly.

If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment or if you would like to request an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact the DCYF Recruiter. If youre experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email support@neogov.com. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veterans Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, NGB Form 22 or Predischarge Certification (issued not more than 120 days prior to End of Term of Service (ETS) by date of submission). If claiming preference based on Predischarge Certification, individual will be required to provide their official discharge documentation, such as a DD form 214, NGB form 22, or equivalent, within 30 days after the date of discharge. Please blackout (redact) the social security number before attaching any documents. For additional information on Veterans Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligible, click here.

DCYF participates in the federal E-Verify program. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States, consistent with E-Verify requirements, on their first day of employment.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

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