Program Director

DYS Northeast Health Services is a program of Justice Resource Institute contracted to provide comprehensive health care for adolescent males in residential detention and treatment placement at the Department of Youth Services in the Northeast Region.

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $135,000 to $145,000 per year. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future.

In this role, you will:

The Program Director will lead the health care team in assessing the individual health statuses of youth in residential placements at the Department of Youth Services. This role will require critical thinking and the ability to make independent judgments regarding primary care, as well as diagnosing and managing both episodic and chronic illnesses.

• Collaborate with health care team members to create, implement, and document a health care plan that considers the youth's life context, culture, and developmental stage.
• Enhance clinical practices and patient outcomes while fostering positive change and professional growth within the care delivery system.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards and protocols aimed at improving clinical practices and program effectiveness.
• Supervise the hiring and orientation processes for new Health Services staff members.
• Ensure compliance with required one-time and annual training sessions.
• Oversee the completion and submission of necessary DYS monthly reports and quarterly quality assurance measures.
• Attend state-wide DYS Health Services meetings and engage in task forces as appropriate.

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Graduate of an accredited graduate nursing program.
• Current license to practice as an APRN in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Current certification to practice as a Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioner from an accredited body.
• Will consider a new NP with demonstrated experience as a registered nurse with the pediatric and
• adolescent population.
• Valid DEA and MCS licenses for prescriptive practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated experience providing health care to the adolescent population.
• Travel to all NE Programs is required.
• Acceptable driving record and state/federal background checks.

At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

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