Residential Assistant Supervisor

Job Details

Job Location

Schenectady-Park Place - Schenectady, NY

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$23.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

None

Description

As a Residential Assistant Supervisor, you will supervise staff who provide daily therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and governing body standards and requirements. You will report to the Residential Supervisor and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise program activity which will lead to the attainment of goals described within treatment plans

• Supervise and evaluate the work of residential staff assigned to residential programs.

• Work shifts on the unit as assigned, which could include variable shifts (several days and several evenings each week)

• Work as one of the staff within the staff-to-youth ratio on the unit

• Work as a role model for newer, less experienced staff

• Maintain records

• Participate in the training of residential staff

• Seek out training opportunities for all staff relevant to the work on the unit

• Participate in residential staff meetings

• Understand and apply the general framework and expected outcomes of the various treatment models used with the youth,

• Maintain safety and an environment that supports youth to be safe and make progress on the unit

• Make the unit a family-friendly place, where family members feel welcome and activities are planned that include family members. Teach, and then ensure, that staff persons treat family members with respect and listen to their concerns, document them, and pass them on to the appropriate clinician and administrator.

• Teach and ensure all staff members treat all youth, family members, collaterals, neighbors, and the general public with respect and dignity at all times. Everyone should be spoken to in a calm, rational voice, without rancor.

• Maintain the physical order of the building and therapeutic environment of the units

• Develop and maintain schedules within the assigned campus residential unit

• Help evaluate youth referred to the Agency for residential care

• Participate in the appropriate on call system

• Participate in the financial responsibilities of the residential unit following established guidelines

• Participate in and organize program and agency wide special events and services

• Oversee and transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs

• Work with clinical staff to coordinate the implementation of treatment plans in the milieu

• Assist in crisis intervention

  Requirements and Education:

• Requires an Associate’s degree plus three years of experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred, OR HS plus at least five years of experience required.

• Related experience with vulnerable populations and older adolescent population is required.

• Must have supervisory experience or demonstrated ability to manage a residential unit.

• Required to maintain TCI certification.

• A valid driver’s license and meet agency insurability standards for using agency vehicles and transporting youth.

• Must pass physical.

  Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off

• Holiday Pay

• 401 (K) plan

• Life Insurance

• Loan repayment assistance

• Free training/CEU opportunities

  About Northern Rivers

  At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

  Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.