Nursery Program Manager WERDCC

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!

Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program.

Facilitate a team of department personnel to develop a comprehensive plan of action for the establishment of Correctional Center Nursery Program.

Establish necessary partnerships for the health care of babies in the program, to include but not limited to, establishing a contracted physician for on-site visits, enrollment for health insurance and enrollment in any public benefits that may be provided to the mother on behalf of the babies care.

Manage purchases and expenditures made on behalf of the program.

Oversee all nursery unit operations, to include, supervision and training of assigned personnel. Evaluate performance of unit operations and assigned personnel.

Typical schedule will be Monday through Friday, normal business hours. This position will initially be dual domiciled at Central Office in Jefferson City, Mo and Women’s Eastern Reception Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Vandalia, Mo. During the planning phase of the program, the position will report to Jefferson City, Mo. Once implemented, the position will be based out of Vandalia, Mo. The position will be expected to attend functions outside of normal business hours, if necessary. After implementation, this position will be expected to be available by phone after hours in the event an issue arises in the nursery unit.

Initially this position will not directly supervise anyone. Once the program is established, the position will supervise two or more Nursery Program Coordinators. The position will also be responsible for supervising offenders participating in the program, volunteers and community partners associated with the program.

Minimum Qualifications:

Eight or more years of experience in social services, public health, early childhood development, corrections, or a closely related area.

(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to four years of the required experience at a rate of 30 credit hours for one year - A minimum of four years of the listed experience is required)

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Previous supervisory experience in the above listed fields is preferred

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Some positions are eligible for a shift differential of $173.34 semi-monthly, which is provided to employees with shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and who work at a 24/7 worksite (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center), or whose work requires regular visits to these locations. If selected for interview, eligibility may be discussed at that time with the hiring manager.

The Department of Corrections is the only State agency that currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of service up to 20 years.

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

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