FIRS Program Supervisor

Family Intervention & Restorative Services Program Supervisor

Ryther is a recognized leader in behavioral health services for children, youth, young adults, and their families facing complex challenges. We’re dedicated to providing comprehensive services and innovative treatments. We work with young people so that they may experience new ways of thinking, develop positive relationships, and realize a better life. We hope you'll join our team of amazing providers!

Ryther is expanding our work in preventing and decreasing youth involvement in juvenile justice by providing therapeutic support through a court diversion program. As the Program Manager, you'll provide a positive, safe, and supportive milieu environment for youth experiencing crisis, using a trauma/DEI-informed framework. You'll also be responsible for collaborative program development, training, milieu management, and group facilitation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop milieu routines that support regulation and skill generalization.
• Provide training and supervision to behavior specialists, both during on-boarding and in the milieu.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Coordinate with Juvenile Court Services, including screening staff, supervisor, and juvenile probation counselors.
• Manage supply orders, staff schedules, and paperwork completion.
• Provide on-call support in collaboration with Lead Behavior Specialist.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work the swing shift when needed to cover shifts
• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related field or bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience working in child mental health.
• Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed care and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices.
• Skills in training, group facilitation, and milieu management.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, verbal de-escalation.
• Valid WA state driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to drive agency vehicles
• Acceptance and ability to work with individuals and families with a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, and cultural and spiritual practices with the ability to apply a social justice and equity lens to all aspects of this work.
• Experience working with youth in the juvenile justice system, group care settings, or higher level of care

You'll have the following benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 15 Days Paid Vacation (which increases to 17 after your second year, and by 1 each year after that)
• 10 Sick Days (Vacation and Sick time rollover)
• 9 Paid Holidays, and 1 Floating Holiday
• 40% Off Aflac Supplemental Insurances (Free Aflac Identity Theft Protection)
• 403b Tax Deferred Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance ($50,000.00)
• Ryther is a registered 501c(3) which qualifies for the federal Student Loan Forgiveness program
• Bonus for on-call weeks ($350.00 per week)

What We Value:

• Commitment to Ryther’s mission, vision, and values.
• Respec t for diverse lifestyles, cultures, and abilities.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong self-management skills.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to change and servant leadership.

Ryther seeks to create a work environment that reflects the diverse community that it serves. People of color, LGBTQIA2s+, persons with disabilities, and multi-lingual individuals encouraged to apply. Our diversity is our strength!

Work Location:

Judge Patricia H. Clark Children and Family Justice Center at 1211 E Alder St in Seattle

We look forward to connecting with you!