Marygrove Child Center
Assistant Residential Supervisor – for Females ages 13-16
The Mission of Marygrove is to provide quality mental health services to severely disturbed children, young adults and their families who are economically disadvantaged.
Purpose and Objective of the Position
The Assistant Unit Manager/Supervisor is responsible for areas of daily functioning of the cottage, as outlined. The Assistant Unit Manager/Supervisor is responsible for the cottage activities in the absence of the Unit Manager. This individual assists in ensuring that the Residential Technicians perform the daily child caring responsibilities and that the cottage functions according to schedule.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position
1) Train new staff as required, document and submit to the Unit Manager
2) Attend meetings as delegated
3) Provide emergency coverage as required and is on call for the cottage as arranged by the Unit Manager
4) Monitor resident activities while on duty and assign staff to resident activities in the absence of the Unit Manager
5) Responsible for scheduling, supervising and disciplining of staff in the absence of the Unit Manager
6) Ensure that safety and fire codes are upheld
7) Maintain routine cleanliness in cottage and ensure that duties are completed
8) Participate in staff training as needed
9) Complete required documentation
10) Plan the residents’ monthly outings and submit to Unit Manager for approval
11) Assist in monitoring the implementation of treatment plans
12) Complete monthly inventories for clothing, personal supplies, household items, office supplies, and medical supplies
13) Supervise the administration of medication and care for the children
14) Reports to Unit Manager for problems and/or assistance
15) Help the organization meet its quality improvement, evaluation, and reporting requirements by contributing to developing outcomes, participating in data collection, interpreting data and applying it to improve practices and outcomes
16) Performs all duties as assigned by the Unit Manager
Working Conditions (Regularly scheduled evenings / weekends, irregular shifts, on-call duties, travel, etc.). Following are particular working conditions that are associated with this position:
On call 24/7 as arranged with Unit Manager.
Minimum Skills / Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related social sciences field/ or equivalent in experience
3 years’ experience in residential care
Strong leadership skills
Requires sensitivity to cultural diversity of clients and employees
Be team oriented and able to work independently
Required Certifications/Training
Chauffeur’s License
First Aid/CPR
Medication Certification
SCM Restraint Certification
SCM De-Escalation Certification
Safe Environment Program – Archdiocese of St. Louis
Contact Details:
Qualified candidates may submit their resume and cover letter, including salary requirements to:
Sharon Richardson, Director of Human Resources, Marygrove r complete an online application atwww.marygrovechildren.org.
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