Assistant Director at Community Resources for Justice in Springfield, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Community Resources for Justice



Location: Springfield, MA, USA
Req Number: Req #384
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Community Resources for Justice (CRJ) is a unique, 145-year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct care as well as research and consulting services within the areas of the Mental Health, Criminal Justice, and Public Policy fields. Our four divisions, Social Justice Services, Community Strategies, Behavioral Health, and the Crime and Justice Institute are recognized for their effectiveness and contributions to this important work.

CRJ offers competitive pay and excellent benefits which include:

• Flexible Scheduling
• 401k with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement/Remission
• Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HRA
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Employee perks (FREE Calm Premium Subscription), and much more!

About This Position
CRJ wants you to join our growing team of compassionate and dependable Assistant Directors to support the wonderful individuals we serve!
This is a full-time, 40-hrs/week, exempt position that will be working in our Springfield, MA location.
This position is eligible for benefits and has a starting salary of $60,000-$65,000/yr.

This is a fantastic opportunity to receive valuable training to not only start your career, but also to advance it.
CRJ offers opportunities for tremendous career advancement and professional development.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Supervises and schedules all Line Staff plus participates in staff meetings and treatment team meetings.

Supervises, set limits, controls, structure and accountability for clients as well as maintains and monitors information in resident files.

Ensures that a comprehensive array of activities are offered as per scheduled, maintaining and monitoring program funds with the assistance of Shift Supervisors.

Develops and secures appropriate resources for clients in the areas of education, vocation, employment, volunteer work, and recreation as per treatment team plans. Acts as advocate and liaison for residents and families/guardians with outside agencies.

Oversees referral and intake process, conducting interviews and orientation as required, maintain contact with referring programs and social workers as needed.

Oversees and monitors point/level behavior management program and maintains communications with all staff plus provide feedback to residents.

Develops and maintains community, governmental and other public and private resources and relationships plus participates in professional committees.

Job Qualifications:

BS/BA in criminal justice, human services, or related field.

Minimum of two years' experience in residential setting preferred.

Minimum of one year of supervisory experience preferred.

Experience with the offender population preferred.

About Us
Community Strategies (CS) supports adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities through specialized services that include Day Programs, Shared Living arrangements with providers, as well as over forty community-based group homes. Social Justice Services (SJS), supports those leaving incarceration to make positive, sustainable life transitions through residential and non-residential programs. Behavioral Health (BH) has worked to break cycles of violence, crime, and incarceration by providing client-centered interventions and support services to empower and strengthen individuals, families, and communities. BH provides domestic violence treatment and education, community reentry services, mentoring programs, and intensive outpatient programs. The Crime and Justice Institute (CJI) is a non-profit organization working at the local, state, and national level to improve public safety and the delivery of justice. CJI provides technical assistance, research, and other services to improve outcomes in policing, the corrections system, pre-trial, re-entry, community supervision, and juvenile justice.


CRJ’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Our vision is to be an organization that demonstrates its commitment to eradicating systemic racism and other forms of oppression. We will hold each other accountable in addressing the norms and practices that advantage few and harm many.

CRJ provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. CRJ complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every state in which CRJ has locations.

Other details

Pay Type Salary
Min Hiring Rate $60,000.00
Max Hiring Rate $65,000.00
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