NORTHERN AFTERCARE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

Job Requisition ID: 44662 
Open Date/Time: 2/7/2025

Closing Date/Time: 02/25/2025 11:59 PM
​Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Health and Human Services 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated Salary Range $9,000.00 -$11,000.00/mo
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None

 

NORTHERN AFTERCARE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

(44662)
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

 

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Juvenile Justice must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

 

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Position Overview:

The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a highly qualified candidate to serve as the Northern Aftercare Regional Administrator. This role is the primary policy-formulating authority for the region, responsible for the planning, development, organization, management, and oversight of regional Aftercare Services. The Administrator ensures a comprehensive and coordinated service delivery program, working closely with other departmental divisions and community partners to support youth and families. Key responsibilities include directing administrative staff in the implementation of programmatic and management services, overseeing service activities, and representing the department at community events and stakeholder meetings. Acting as a spokesperson, the Administrator has the authority to commit the agency to specific courses of action in alignment with its mission and goals. This position requires statewide travel to fulfill its duties effectively. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. 

Essential Functions:

• Policy Development & Compliance: Plans and coordinates service delivery with the Deputy Director of Aftercare Services and executive offices; formulates and implements policies and procedures; ensures compliance with all applicable laws, rules, policies, and performance standards; develops and coordinates community-based services relevant to aftercare.

• Staff Supervision & Management: Directly supervises Aftercare Supervisors, assigning and reviewing work, providing training and guidance, managing performance evaluations, approving time off, handling grievances, and recommending disciplinary actions and staffing needs.

• Agency Representation & Community Engagement: Serves as the spokesperson for aftercare services in the Cook County/Northern Region; represents the Department at community meetings, interprets agency goals, and makes binding commitments on behalf of the agency to enhance aftercare service quality. Statewide travel required.

• Leadership & Staff Development: Conducts staff meetings to communicate goals, objectives, and policy changes; provides mentorship, guidance, and direction to ensure effective service delivery and adherence to departmental procedures.

• Interagency & Community Collaboration: Establishes and maintains professional relationships with internal staff, state entities, community providers, and stakeholders; explains and enforces policies, procedures, and statutes related to aftercare services.

• Training & Continuing Education: Participates in and promotes staff training and professional developmen