Team Leader

Apis Services Inc•Cañon City, CO

13d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Immediate openings for Team Leaders to work directly with Adolescents in a residential mental health setting. Start a career that makes a difference in people's lives! This position provides direct service to a diverse population of youths. Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Benefits & Perks: We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you - both at home and at work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and minimum of two-years experience in the human services field OR
Associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred
Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
Must pass criminal background check investigation
Flexibility to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Provides people security by engaging clients in experimental learning/growth activities. Integrates client goals and objectives into daily interactions.
Serves as shift leader to ensure proper staff coverage. Monitors staff member adherence to structured daily routines, headcount, and meal counts.
Assures program/facility safety systems and building security and evaluates systems.
Evaluates and communicates with training department the training needs to include new hire orientation and recertification training of direct care staff members.
Implements and mentors’ employees regarding the company’s policies on professional expectations, code of conduct and other practices and procedures, serves as a role model for clients and employees and supports the company’s mission, goals and objectives.
Facilitates and documents various groups or meetings.
Ensures the unit has adequate supplies including hygiene products and cleaning supplies.
Administers medication or supervises self-administration of medication when necessary.
Maintains confidentiality of information related to client information.
Develops high performing teams utilizing leadership skills and the 7 key principles of care.
Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.