Michigan Licensed Social Services Administrator

Job Summary

Providing overall leadership and operational oversight, the full-time Michigan Licensed Social Services Administrator will manage a secure youth justice treatment facility for male youth aged 12-20, ensuring a safe, trauma-informed environment while supervising over 40 staff and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee facility operations, including budget administration and program quality
• Lead a cohesive treatment philosophy that promotes safety, dignity, and positive youth development
• Support staff development and ensure compliance with child caring institution licensing requirements

Required qualifications:

• Master's degree in human behavioral science, education, business administration, or public administration from an accredited institution, or a bachelor's degree with relevant experience
• Two years of professional experience equivalent to an Equitable Classification Plan (ECP) Group Three manager
• Two years of experience in a child caring institution or child placing agency
• Experience overseeing budgets and implementing youth treatment services
• Knowledge of supervising and mentoring staff in a residential setting