The Residential Supervisor implements the agency mission philosophies, goals, standards, policies and procedures for Residential Services. Responsibilities include the supervision of the direct care , daily staffing management and ongoing program development in collaboration with the Program Director.
Unit Specific Performance Objectives
- Designs and implements short-term and long-term plans for the program with staff input in order to ensure the ongoing clinical growth of the program.
- Interviews and recommends candidates for the program in conjunction with the Program Manager.
- Ensure on a daily basis the safety and cleanliness of all areas of the program.
- Develops and implements cost containment efforts for the program.
- Maintains staffing according to the staff management system based on program acuity and census.
- Provide at least monthly supervision for all Direct Care assigned to the program and document the content of the meetings in supervision notes.
- Conduct biweekly staff meetings for all the program staff.
- Attend weekly treatment team meetings and work with the staff to develop appropriate treatment interventions for the residents.
- Maintain a timely performance appraisal process for all program staff that encourages active staff participation.
- Maintain quality improvement monitors for the program and continuously assess and improve program performance.
- Investigate and initiate appropriate action for unusual incidents and grievances.
- Emphasize and role model for all staff the importance of maintaining a therapeutic environment, residents rights, safety and the participation of residents and families in the program.
- Adhere to all regulations and standards necessary to meet licensing and accreditation compliance.
- Support an environment conducive to professional growth and learning by providing staff development programs to improve competence.
- Serve on committees as designated by the Program Manager.
- Participates in interdepartmental activities to improve communication, coordination and quality care.
- Work cooperatively with all RTF supervisors and staff to enhance the image of all of Southwood’s RTF programs.
- Participates in a minimum of forty hours of staff development programs annually.
- Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific growth and development.
- Delegates duties as required.
- Participates in own performance process.
- Maintains competence in identified universal, core and critical competencies.<
- Performs other duties as requested.
Minimum Required Education/Experience/Skills:
- Registered Nurse or Bachelor's degree (or at least 60 college credits) in a human service or related field.
- Two years total experience in residential treatment of children and adolescents.
- One year experience in a supervisory role.
- Knowledge of group dynamics preferred.
- CPR certification renewed bi-annually or upon expiration of certification.
- Valid Act 34/34 clearances
- Valid PA drivers' license
- Maintains competence in identified universal, core and critical competencies.
- Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCM) certification must be maintained to include annual refresher.
IMPORTANT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug Free Workplace
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
Experience:
- Children & Adolescents: 2 years (Required)
- Mental Health: 2 years (Required)
- Supervisory: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Canonsburg, PA 15317: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person