PROGRAM MANAGER

Program Manager Position

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage team is hiring for a program manager at our rite care program in kent county, michigan. Rite care provides after-school intervention services designed to support at-risk youth. Our students attend the juvenile success center, where they participate in evidence-based groups, skill-building sessions, tutoring, mentoring, case management, and other structured activities during the critical hours most associated with high-risk behaviors. Our program serves youth currently involved in the juvenile justice system who need additional community support to build positive life skills and pathways to success.

compensation : $80,000 / yr perks & benefits : there are so many benefits that come with working at rop! + eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (at 60 days for hourly employees and 90 days for salaried) + eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment. + paid time off that can be used as soon as it accrues.

what you will do : the program manager plays a vital leadership role in driving the success of rite of passage's early intervention after-school programs serving youth in central and south kent county. In this rewarding position, you'll oversee program operations and administration to ensure every service from treatment and education to wellness support is delivered with excellence and care. Guided by rite of passage policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations, the program manager ensures compliance while creating an environment of teamwork, accountability, and growth. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic team, manage budgets and staffing, and shape program development to meet the evolving needs of the youth and communities we serve. You'll mentor and train dedicated staff members, partner with local agencies, juvenile courts, and schools, and build lasting community relationships that enhance program outcomes. Beyond operational leadership, the program manager acts as a community ambassador promoting the program through outreach, visibility efforts, and meaningful engagement ensuring rite of passage continues to make a positive, lasting impact across kent county.

schedule : 1pm-9pm monday-friday to be considered you should : + have a bachelor's degree in related field (master's preferred) + have experience as lmsw or be familiar with the scope of work + have at least 4 years' experience working with at-risk youth + must meet the requirements to be an eligible rop driver. Must possess a current state driver's license and have an acceptable driving record for the past 3 years + be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical and tb test

apply today and make a difference in the lives of youth! after 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a program manager, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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