Youth Care Specialist Supervisor - AMIKids Bennettsville

AMIkids•Bennettsville, SC

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Youth Care Specialist Supervisor is to provide leadership and supervision of the Youth Care Specialists. This includes the development and performance management of their direct reports, scheduling, and participation in the recruiting process. The Youth Care Specialist Supervisor is responsible for the safe and secure operations of the program, ensuring team members are in compliance with contract requirements and local, state, and federal requirements. Through effective leadership, they will motivate and guide the team.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required
Six consecutive months experience in a supervisory role required
Minimum one year experience working with youth; preferably within the Juvenile Justice System.

Responsibilities

Supervise team members and youth in accordance with operational policies and procedures to ensure the safety and security of all; notify the proper leadership of any incidents that occur outside the parameters of the policies and procedures; perform duties in compliance with all terms and conditions of contractual agreements.
Assist with development of work schedules; ensure coverage is maintained within required ratios.
Provide timely performance feedback to direct reports (positive and constructive); complete performance/evaluations and submit to ED for review, suggest applicable incentives and ensure development and growth opportunities are provided to direct reports.
Instruct youth in the general care and maintenance of facility and equipment; may supervise the safe handling of program property and equipment according to established policies and procedures ensuring all appropriate safety measures and precautions are observed, e.g., marine vessels, vehicles, equipment.
Supervisory responsibility related to a wide variety of academic, vocational, and motivational activities on and off campus.
Serve as advisor and positive role model for youth in the program and team members.
Communicate necessary information to appropriate team members and supervisors/directors.
Effective use of the Behavior Modification System by providing redirection and coaching to youth.
May be required to dispense medication.
Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with national standards and conduct and practice emergency evacuation procedures.
Assist in establishing desirable youth conduct and discipline; lead and/or participate in positive reinforcement, interdisciplinary and/or care review meetings.
May be required to participate in day and/or overnight trips, special activities that involve recreational sports, and may require extended 16-hour workdays/24 hour on-call status.
Attend and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements.
Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods; refer advanced disciplinary issues to appropriate staff/personnel.
Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification by nationally recognized organization.
Attend all required training/professional development events and maintain all appropriate certifications and licenses.
Operate institute vehicles as required in accordance with van policies and procedures.
Transport youth and may drive for other work-related tasks.
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.