Youth Intervention Specialist Supervisor
About The Position
A mission-driven organization, LMM has a 56-year history of service to the community and is a recognized leader in implementing best practice for safety net services and providing innovative solutions that assist people on their journey to stability, self-sufficiency, and well-being. Serving Northeast Ohio, we help people obtain job skills and employment, locate safe and stable housing, access supportive services, and overcome barriers to secure second chances in the community. Position Summary The Youth Intervention Specialist (YIS) Supervisor is responsible for providing 24-hour supervision to program participants and assisting them with their daily activities. The primary responsibilities of this position include direct supervision of the residents and providing appropriate training and guidance to new and existing Youth Workers. Ensures completion of all documentation procedures necessary to monitor the youth’s progress/difficulties while in placement at the shelter, implementing client outings, providing client transport, and answering the 24-hour crisis hot-line (inclusive of inquiries pertaining to crisis intervention, referral services and client intake).
Requirements
- Our Ideal candidate will have a minimum Associate Degree from an accredited college; Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field with LSW or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum two years’ experience in a supervisory role.
- Complete training requirements (CPR, First-Aid, Behavior Management/Restraint, etc.) proficiently within 60 days of hire.
- A valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and experience working with at-risk youth preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct oversight and guidance to the Youth Resiliency Team
- Provide program orientation to newly hired staff
- Ensure staff receive ongoing training to adhere to contract deliverables and state standards inclusive of fire-drills, etc.
- In collaboration with the team, ensure on-call coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days a week
- Serve as “back-up” for various activities related to the youth program’s goals for youth, meetings, etc.
- Act as an agency designee for “responsible and prudent parenting” decisions for youth enrolled in the program
- Provide crisis support to team as necessary
- Report promptly to the Program Director any unusual issues, concerns, personnel issues, emergencies, etc.
- Assist Program Director in writing/revising policies, letters, job descriptions, educational materials, evaluations for staff, as needed
- Participate in weekly team meetings to receive and/or share relevant information and communication
- Compile and track compliance data for required agency reporting
- Ensure that all living units meet applicable safety codes
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment for all staff, residents, and visitors and that safety policies are followed, and trauma-informed practices are met.
Benefits
- LMM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, that recognizes the value of having staff who reflect different life experiences and backgrounds.
- We offer excellent benefits, generous PTO and respectable wages.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
