Residential Youth Supervisor

Youth Villages • Bartlett, TN

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About The Position

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree plus six months experience in a behavioral health or social service setting preferred, high school diploma plus one year of experience in a behavioral health or social services setting required.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience is preferred.
• Must be able to become CPR & CPI certified.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to train and lead staff.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Counsels or provides similar diagnostic or therapeutic services to mentally disturbed, delinquent, or disabled youths.
• Monitors with Nursing services the administration and documentation of medication (in the appropriate setting).
• Intervenes in crisis situations when appropriate.
• Monitors therapy, planning, goal evaluation, treatment planning, problem solving groups, and setting expectations.
• Maintains and implements the RE-ED philosophy.
• Supervises the onsite development of each group site.
• Coordinates the short and long term development of group sites.
• Develops, promotes and implements assigned cottage projects.
• Coordinates the trip planning activities of each group.
• Provides general leadership at team meetings.
• Ensures daily inspection(s) of cottage for cleanliness, safety and maintenance by designated staff with results provided to the Director of Residential Services as requested.
• Works with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure maintenance needs of groups are met.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision.
• 401(k).
• 2 weeks paid vacation.
• 12 paid sick days per year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable).
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision.
• Growth & development through continuous training.
• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree