GCJJC SUPERVISOR (GENESEE COUNTY JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER)

Genesee County, MI•Flint Charter Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates and directs the Intake operation during the shift and provides supervision to the Youth Specialist and Program Aides; facilitates the peer group process; works under general supervision; performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a social science area
One (1) year of experience in the supervision of residents in a childcaring institutional facility.
Must successfully complete physical restraint training on an annual basis.
Must possess valid Michigan driver's license.

Responsibilities

Coordinates intake activities.
Coordinates youth admissions and releases and ensures waiting lists are current.
Directs intake staff in daily operations and activities regarding the care and treatment of residents.
Reviews the work assignments of the Youth Specialist and Program Aides.
Reviews intake policies and practices.
Prepares work schedules ensuring adequate coverage.
Documents staff call-ins for the Business Office and work area.
Coordinates transportation coverage during staff shortages.
Coordinates response within the facility to emergency situations including the reassignment of staff.
Participates in the selection and training of new staff.
Directs the agency workforce in the absence of management staff.
Obtains approvals required by behavior management policy and ensures proper documentation of behavior management procedures.
Maintains regular contact with courts and other related agencies.
Receives, maintains and distributes inventory, including cleaning and medical supplies.
Assists in providing ongoing care and supervision to facility residents.
Works with staff team in developing and delivering strategies for handling resident problems and addressing program issues.
Communicates with the community, staff and parents for the purpose of information exchange.
Ensures that all case management documentation and reports are entered into the case management information system and/or distributed appropriately.
Attends weekly staff meetings to assess youth, discuss group progress and provide status reports on the wing program.