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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