{"id":1617776,"url":"https://alion.io/job/jri-program-administrator-fellow","title":"Program Administrator Fellow","company":{"id":1935431,"name":"JRI","domain":"jri.org","url":"https://alion.io/company/jri-org","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"UltiPro","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":75,"open_postings":17,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":null,"computed_at":"2026-10-04T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Science & Research","role_family":"Science & Research","seniority":"lead","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Needham, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":70000,"max":73000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":73000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-01T11:30:41Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-01","last_verified_at":"2026-10-05T00:01:55Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":3,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":3},"description":"Justice Resource Institute (JRI) is seeking a full-time Program Administrator Fellow. This person would be someone interested in group care and learning to run a program who does not yet have the experience to do so. Our team would train the Program Administrator Fellow at one or more of the five Meadowridge Residential and Educational programs in all of the key elements of program management and leadership. The goal would be that the fellow would be prepared for future leadership opportunities.\nThe Meadowridge Schools are each responsible for the care and treatment of approximately 36 students and employ over 65-85 staff members. The Program Administrator Fellow will work in partnership with JRI Program Directors or Division Directors. The Program Administrator Fellow is responsible for supervision of any assigned department heads and support staff, as appropriate to the program design.\nCompensation\nThe pay range for this position is $70,000 to$73,000 per year. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.\nIn this role, you will:\nAssume overall responsibility for all facility operations and program scheduling. Continuously enhance service provision for all students. \nMonitor program services to ensure compliance with regulations and standards set by licensing and funding agencies, including securing all required licenses and certificates to operate the program. \nEnsure adequate staffing for both direct service and administrative roles by advertising vacancies, conducting interviews, checking references, hiring staff, and providing input on hiring decisions. \nLearn the functions of all program personnel and the systems they are responsible for.\nMeet regularly with assigned supervisees to ensure that services are aligned with student needs, appropriate communication takes place, documentation is accurate and timely, and that the environment is therapeutic and safe. \nCultivate strong liaison relationships with JRI corporate staff, families, and agencies concerned with the welfare of JRI students. \nOffer emergency coverage and back for programs as needed, including on-call responsibilities. \nServe as a member of the Safety Committee or ensure that the Administrative Team effectively fulfills the Safety Committee's duties. \nLead initiatives focused on ensuring the safety of students, staff, visitors, and the physical facilities. \nEnsure staff are trained on the safety management program's policies and procedures, and that they adhere to these guidelines. \nSupport and adhere to all Treatment Team decisions. \nFacilitate family, community, and natural support connections that respect the cultural and linguistic preferences of those served. \nProvide staff training in areas designated by the supervising Vice President/Division or as identified based on expertise. \nOther duties as assigned by the Program Director/Division Director. \nWhy JRI?\nBe who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact.\nWe offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language fluently, other than English, and will use it to serve our clients!\nReimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more!\nAccess to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits.\nRetirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment.\nProfessional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities!\nWellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program.\nGenerous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more!\nRequirements:\nMust be 21 years or older.\nMaster’s degree preferred in psychology, education, social work, or a related field from an accredited college or university.\n\nAt least five years' experience in a residential treatment program for population served, with at least three years at the management level.\n\nExcellent communication skills (oral and written) and leadership abilities.\n\nKnowledgeable of the needs of the population served; understanding of the range of interventions and treatment required by this population.\n\nExperience in Performance Improvement concepts preferred.\n\nAvailable to work evenings, holidays, weekend shifts as necessary.\n\nAble to work alone in an unsupervised environment.\n\nMaintains valid driver’s license (Able to drive 8 passenger van).\n\nAt JRI, you will learn to provide physical interventions and verbal de-escalations to provide the safest therapeutic atmosphere for our youth.\n\nBackground and driving record checks will be performed.\n\nAt JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.","description_format":"text","description_chars":5679,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"master","optional":true},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":["401k plan","Professional development"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-01T20:36:59Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":60,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.602,"p_room":1,"age_days":2,"expected_fill_days":30,"reasons":["conf:2","stale_co","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-10-04T05:45:00Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":73000,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/jri-program-administrator-fellow","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/jri-program-administrator-fellow.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-05T00:52:52Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":1115,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":3885,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-06T00:00:00Z"}}}