Shift Supervisor

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supervise unit staff, plan and coordinate the daily/weekly unit schedule of the clients at Casa Grande Academy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Develops, maintains, supervises, and evaluates a trauma-informed program that is safe and secure in which clients can learn cognitively, behaviorally, and emotionally.

· Through interaction and observation of staff and clients, provides supervision, role modeling, teaching, instruction, and support working directly with staff and clients.

o Recommends and supports staff with creative, helpful tools for client management and program improvement

o Directs procedures to staff in times of crisis and makes sound decisions.

o Responsible for and actively working towards running a unit that is safe, clean and has effective supervision of clients

o Follows all training and protocols in response to crisis management, procedural development and CGA philosophy

o Provides ongoing supervision to Shift Leaders and staff concerning licensing, federal, state and local law, accreditation standards, and policy and procedures pertaining to daily living and client’s overall well-being.

o Documents general and specific performance of all Milieu Staff pertaining to that Unit Supervisors dorm.

o Works directly with therapists and other departments to implement successful and effective treatment planning, scheduling, safety plans, etc.

o Ensures staff are current with all training and certifications needed for their position

o Attends daily/weekly meetings as required within the facility and communicates all information necessary to Shift Leaders and unit staff.

o All other duties as assigned

· Provides additional review of paperwork that is generated by unit staff to ensure documentation is complete, accurate, timely, and communicated to all vital departments.

o Seeks guidance in self-improvement and is receptive to feedback.

o Contributes to the clients/school outside of “normal” job responsibilities (i.e. coaching, activities etc.). Volunteers for extra duties/activities.

o Responsible for communication with client families to ensure timely updates are conducted regarding the client’s progress or regress.

o Works productively with the other Unit Supervisor & Milieu Manager. Addresses any negative agendas, receptive to feedback, shares information, supports decisions made by team, etc.

· Adheres to CGA policy and practice concerning creation, editing, transmission, storage, and disposition of all Protected Health Information in compliance with HIPAA.

Requirements:

1. Minimum age of 21
2. 3 years of experience
3. Has a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma
4. Ability to obtain a Fingerprint clearance card (or have a current valid fingerprint card).
5. Must pass medical exam capable of performing the essential functions of this job as listed in this job description.
6. Excellent individual judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills.
7. Emotionally and physically able to assist in physical escort and/or restraint.
8. Must be able to help carry an ill, injured, or incapacitated client.
9. Confidentiality and professionalism are essential.