Shift Coordinator - Adult Community Crisis Stabilization

Brien Center for Mental Health•Pittsfield, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for oversight of shifts including: site operations, staffing, staff development, consultation, supervision, documentation requirements, site beautification. Participate in implementation of individual action plans for person’s served. Work as a member of a team to provide opportunities for individuals while displaying hope and optimism.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in related field or four years of experience in related field
Knowledge of community resources
Knowledge of licensing requirements and skills to maintain those standards
Ability to supervise, evaluate and motivate staff
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Ability to multi-task and deal with a wide variety of people
Ability to pass a CORI (Criminal Background) check and DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) check
Driver's License and use of personally insured vehicle
Ability to make independent decisions based on defined recovery goals
Leadership skills required to supervisor and delegate responsibilities to other employees, students and volunteers and oversee assignments
Proficient computer skills in using web-based e-mail and ability to data enter information into spreadsheets and word processing documents
Ability to work independently
Ability to employ time management skills

Nice To Haves

Maintain MAP, CPR and First Aid certifications

Responsibilities

Provide supervision to direct care staff at both sites.
Manage call-outs and consult with Program Director, Nurse Manager, Program Coordinator and/or Acute Care Administrator on Call.
Monitor and insure completion of all medication and communication forms for next day appointments.
Monitor and update all individual records as required.
Monitor and maintain compliance of clinical records, including all MSDP and DMH standards.
Maintain work environment, manage and report hazards to supervisor and/or Facilities Manager.
Report any facilities related issues to Facilities Manager.
Follow up to insure facilities issues are corrected.
Insure programming is active and within the scope of wellness and recovery principles.
Assist individuals with medication administration as needed.
Provide supervision to support MAP policy.
Provide direct supervision to staff as assigned.
Review and document individual’s progress towards goals.
Work in a Direct Care capacity as necessary to provide adequate staff or respond to a clinical need.
Participate in all relevant staff meetings, recovery team meetings, scheduled supervision and interagency meetings.
Serve on interagency committees.
Keep supervisor well informed and updated on all house activities daily.
Report any incidents regarding accidents, injury or medication errors to your supervisor and complete all corresponding documentation.
Oversee accuracy of records and maintain record keeping according to DMH and MSDP standards.
Communicate a sense of hopefulness and respect.
Flexibly respond to program scheduling needs.
Represent the agency in a professional manner in all community contacts and interagency committees.
Successfully complete and maintain MAP, CPR and First Aid certifications.
Maintain all standards of confidentiality.