Vice President of Youth Pathways

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Oversees the soon-to-launch juvenile assessment center (JAC) that will provide new and current services to youth who are predominantly ages 11-17. The center will provide:

• a small youth emergency shelter,

• assessment of needs for referred youth

• other local partners/agencies who will co-locate to provide wraparound interventions for both sheltered and unsheltered youth

• facilitation of the multi-agency wraparound services

• afterschool programming

• daytime whole family services

Contributes to the development and implementation of JI’s vision, shared goals and objectives, and the overall direction of JI through participation on the Leadership/Management Team and in carrying out the work of this position. Works closely with JI’s CEO and Chief Operations Officer, as well as with El Paso County’s REACH and Collective Impact Committees, to develop resources, identify service gaps, and implement annual strategic plans/MOUs. Assists collaborating agencies in problem-solving and moving toward an integrated system of care for children, youth, and their families. Supports JI’s racial equity work, training series, and circle group facilitation and implements RJ practices and programming.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS + ABILITIES

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university.

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•A minimum of three years of experience working within the juvenile justice system and/or three years of experience working with youth and their families who are considered at risk.

•Organizes and manages multiple tasks concurrently.

•Possesses strong leadership skills and an ability to build relationships and connect people with one another for a common goal.

•Excellent written and verbal skills.

•Works with a diverse population, modifying intervention strategies for different settings, levels of experience and education, and learning styles.

•Plans and completes projects within designated timeframes.

•Manages conflict constructively and applies problem-solving skills to develop solutions for unanticipated issues and challenges.

•Proficient in a Windows and web-based technology environment.

•Maintains confidentiality regarding work performed.

SALARY RANGE

$80,000 - $85,000 annual salary, with an additional 15.35% stipend allowance to provide for health insurance and savings plans.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft software (e.g., Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of internet tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Safari, Google Chrome) is desirable.