ADMINISTRATOR, JUVENILE REHABILITATION FACILITY

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, plans, organizes, directs, and has charge of the therapeutic and operational activities of a residential facility designed to rehabilitate juveniles; performs related work as required.

Examples of work

• Plans and directs the therapeutic and operational activities of a juvenile rehabilitation facility.
• Analyzes the operation of the institution and develops a suitable work program and work procedures which includes the development and execution of plans for the effective utilization of available funds, personnel, equipment, materials and supplies.
• Plans, organizes and directs the therapeutic programs of the facility.
• Trains employees in the techniques and philosophy of the care and treatment juveniles and evaluates their performance.
• Supervises staff in the preparation of individual and group oriented programs for treatment of juveniles through the application of appropriate case and group work methods.
• May consult with juvenile courts or judges regarding the progress of each juvenile and may make recommendations concerning discharge and after care programs.
• Ensures the use of practical educational and recreational programs are
• Meets with parents and advises them of their juvenile's progress and needs.
• Consults with local community agencies to foster interest and cooperation with the Facility's program.
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of correspondence.
• Supervises the business activities, including the preparation of budget estimates, the accountability for expenditures, the requisitioning of supplies and equipment, the maintenance of and sanitation of buildings and grounds, and inventory control.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in social work psychology, social work education or social work guidance.

Experience

Five (5) years of professional experience involving the training and rehabilitation of juveniles, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of the theory, principles and practice of modern sociology, psychology and education as they pertain to the care and rehabilitation of juveniles.
• Knowledge of the varied problems involved in developing and implementing programs for the care and rehabilitation of juveniles.
• Ability to develop and communicate productive goals for the achievement of the facility's over-all mission.
• Ability to direct and administer practical and effective institutional programs in such areas as fiscal control, food service, housekeeping, medical and dental care, education, group and individual therapy, guidance and counseling, social and psychological services, preventative maintenance, staff recruitment and in-service training.
• Ability to comprehend the various emotional, social and adjustment problems of juveniles confined to the facility and to recognize and utilize methods and procedures that will be effective in achieving adequate discipline and good morale.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate technical information from professional and other sources to all employees.
• Ability to direct the public relations aspect of the Facility's operation so as to maintain harmonious relationships with the nearby community.
• Ability to remain current with new developments, concepts and trends of thought in rehabilitation, juvenile delinquency, institutional management and other closely related fields.
• Ability to assign, instruct and direct the work of technical specialists.
• Ability to direct the measures required for the protection and rehabilitation of the residents.
• Ability to prepare and direct the preparation of extensive correspondence.
• Ability to direct the preparation of clear, technically sound, accurate and informative statistical, financial, operating budget and other reports.
• Ability to direct the establishment and maintenance of essential records and files.
• Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.