Treatment Associate Supervisor

The Alcoholic Rehabilitation Services of Hawaii•Kaneohe, HI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Adult Services, the Treatment Associate Supervisor (TAS) provides timely supervision and training for Treatment Associates. The TAS is responsible for the security and physical conditions of the living environment and the safety and well-being of their supervisees and Hina Mauka residential clients. This role involves daily communication and collaboration with other clinical supervisors and the Director and Manager of Adult Services. The TAS is available to provide scheduled support during programming and non-programming hours, including weekends and holidays, and must protect the confidentiality of clients and client records in accordance with all applicable federal regulations.

Requirements

Minimum two (2) years experience in a substance abuse treatment or psychiatric treatment setting.
Certification in CPR and First Aid.
Valid Hawaii State driver’s license and clean abstract.
Ability to work with and relate to clients with substance abuse disorders, including dually diagnosed and criminality.
Ability to work and relate well to assigned staff and clients in a nonjudgmental, confrontational manner. Provide opportunities for staff that allow open dialog about work related challenges.
Ability to respond calmly and efficiently to stressful situations with crisis management skills. Encourage and model Hina Mauka values among the workforce and treatment environment.
Well organized and able to maintain accurate staff supervision and training records.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) and/or Advance Degree in Social work, Psychology or Behavioral Science preferred

Responsibilities

Provides supervision and training, assigns work, documents staff performance, and advises staff members. Recommends personnel actions such as selection, evaluations, promotion, staffing and discipline within the guidelines of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action programs and in accordance with policies and procedures.
Motivates staff in a manner that encourages Hina Mauka values, develops teamwork in accepting and practicing the policies and procedures of the department. Communicates updated and new guidelines and regulations to staff.
Reviews department operations to ensure compliance with applicable CARF/DOH ADAD standards and federal and state regulations.
Reports unsafe conditions and injuries, illnesses and incidents in a timely manner and ensures that employees perform duties using safe work techniques and in accordance with OSHA safety, health rules and sanitation standards.
Serves as the on duty Hina Mauka staff member during programming and non-programming hours.
Responsible for managing crisis and other emergencies in the facility and consulting/notifying the appropriate authorities and program staff.
Responsible for fire and safety watch, responding to any client problems, and providing appropriate documentation according to Hina Mauka policies and procedures.
Available as needed for informal counseling to clients during non-structured programming.
Provide orientation and interprets program handbook to new/existing clients.
Maintains communication between clients and other staff.
Maintains client records, contributes to progress notes, and conducts chart audits.
Coordinates and supervises client activities during non-structured program hours.
Under the direction of the Medical Director, may monitor the condition of minor medical conditions, and clients in social detox status. Consults with and reports to RN and the medical team regarding client conditions and need of medical attention.
Arranges for client transportation to appointments and emergency medical care as directed by Associate Medical Director, RN and/or Manager, Adult Services.
Under the direction of the Manager of Adult Services will assist counseling staff in providing educational, and skill building services and works closely with other Supervisors.
Participates in shift change and may participate in treatment planning conferences and interventions as deemed appropriate.
Responsible for the general cleanliness, orderliness, and safety of the residential unit.
Attends all Manager and Supervisory meetings as scheduled by the Director and Manager of Adult Services.
Performs other related duties as assigned.