GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Coordinates and directs the Intake operation during the shift and provides supervision to the Youth Specialist and Program Aides; facilitates the peer group process; works under general supervision; performs related duties as required. STATEMENT OF TASKS: Coordinates intake activities; Coordinates youth admissions and releases and ensures waiting lists are current; Directs intake staff in daily operations and activities regarding the care and treatment of residents; Reviews the work assignments of the Youth Specialist and Program Aides; Reviews intake policies and practices; Prepares work schedules ensuring adequate coverage; Documents staff call-ins for the Business Office and work area; Coordinates transportation coverage during staff shortages; Coordinates response within the facility to emergency situations including the reassignment of staff; Participates in the selection and training of new staff; Directs the agency workforce in the absence of management staff; Obtains approvals required by behavior management policy and ensures proper documentation of behavior management procedures; Maintains regular contact with courts and other related agencies; Receives, maintains, and distributes inventory, including cleaning, and medical supplies; Assists in providing ongoing care and supervision to facility residents; Works with staff team in developing and delivering strategies for handling resident problems and addressing program issues; Communicates with the community, staff and parents for the purpose of information exchange; Ensures that all case management documentation and reports are entered into the case management information system and/or distributed appropriately; Attends weekly staff meetings to assess youth, discuss group progress, and provide status reports on the wing program |
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