Direct Care Juvenile Justice & Mental Health Supervisor

PHOENIX RESIDENTIAL

Direct Care Juvenile Justice & Mental Health Supervisor

Dallas, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Paid time off

    Employee discounts

    Free food & snacks

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Location: Ellis County / Dallas–Fort Worth, TX Facility: Phoenix Residential

    About the Role

    We’re looking for a Direct Care Supervisor with backgrounds in juvenile detention, behavioral health, or residential treatment. This is a hands-on role working with youth (ages 6–17) with mental health behaviors/diagnosis or Intellectual Disabilities/Autism. You’ll ensure safety, provide structure, and support their treatment journey.

    Full-Time Supervisor Pay - $23 and up depending on experience

    Supervisor must be available for a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations, to meet program and staffing needs

    What You’ll Do

    Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate direct care staff

    Coordinate staff schedules, assign duties, and manage shift coverage

    Provide support during crises and ensure staff adhere to behavior management protocols

    Oversee daily routines, therapeutic activities, school involvement, and life-skills programming

    Maintain compliance with juvenile justice standards, mental health regulations, and organizational policies

    Conduct room checks, facility walkthroughs, and contraband prevention measures

    Lead crisis response and oversee use of approved verbal and physical de-escalation strategies

    What We’re Looking For

    Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, criminal justice, or related field (some agencies accept experience in lieu of degree). 25+ years old (per state licensing requirements)

    Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in juvenile justice, residential treatment, or mental health direct care

    Training/certification in crisis intervention required

    Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills

    Valid driver’s license

    Must pass FBI fingerprinting & drug test

    Supervisor must be available for a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations, to meet program and staffing needs

    Why Phoenix Residential?

    Competitive pay

    Training provided, Professional Development (trauma-informed care, TBRI)

    Clear path for advancement into supervisory roles

    Join a mission-driven team making a real impact