Direct Care Supervisor Juvenile Justice Mental Health
Job in
Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75215, USA
Listed on 2026-02-01
Listing for:
PHOENIX RESIDENTIAL
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
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Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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
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
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
- Supervisor must be available for a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on‑call rotations, to meet program and staffing needs
- 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
- Competitive pay
- Training provided, Professional Development (trauma‑informed care, TBRI)
- Clear path for advancement into supervisory roles
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