Birch Family Services · 3 hours ago
Manager In Training
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBirch Family Services is seeking a Manager In Training to oversee the daily operations of their residential facility. The role involves staff supervision, treatment planning, and ensuring quality services for emotionally disabled adults to prevent hospitalization.
ChildrenFamilyNon ProfitTrainingWellness
Responsibilities
Ensure that shifts have adequate coverage. This includes alerting the Program Coordinator when essential staff calls out to ensure that appropriate coverage is available within the residence
Insure that SS receive a schedule informing them of responsibilities
From direct observations, insure that all SS are following the schedule
Insure that SS manage the DCC’s which would entail documenting house and occurrence log
From direct observations, insures that SS are completing goals according to method
From direct observations, insure that SS, when necessary are implementing behavioral support plans accordingly
Attend semi-annual, annual and special meetings at schools and/or day treatment programs
Communicate professionally with schools and/or day treatment programs when necessary
Ensure that clothing inventories are completed monthly
Monitor the distribution of medications weekly, collaborate with nurses on medical issues or concerns that affect the individuals and assist with scheduling medical appointments and insure that medication is ordered
Ensure that quarterly drug regimens are completed, reviewed by the pharmacist and placed in the record
Verify that contact with schools, day treatment programs and family is documented
Ensure that fire drills are conducted according to schedule
Ensure that clinical teams are informed of needed program and recreational supplies
Adhere to the policies and procedures of the agency and attend all necessary meetings as assigned by the Program Coordinator
Maintain appropriate and effective interpersonal relationships with team members, DCC, SS, clinicians, supervisors, support and administrative staff
Demonstrate understanding of abuse and incident reporting regulations and collaborate with Quality Assurance Team with internal investigation and or reportable incidents that are under Justice Center review
Demonstrate and understand the philosophy of the agency regarding behavior modification, communication, community inclusion, etc
Inform Program Coordinator of outstanding staff performance and any staff disciplinary concerns
Inform RN and Nursing Administrator of any consumer medical concerns or changes in an individual’s behavior
Perform DCC/SS responsibilities in the absence and/or shortage of staff to ensure that all individuals are in a safe and healthy living environment
Provide in house training to new employees
May be assigned other tasks and duties
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling or related human service field or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of degree
Minimum 3-year experience working with developmentally disabled population preferably in a residential, health or treatment related setting
A minimum of 3 years administrative/managerial experience with emotionally disabled population
Must successfully complete Medication Administration Course within 90 days of employment
Excellent management, communication and organizational skills
Demonstrated competency in written, verbal and computational skills to present and document records in accordance with program standards
Proficiency with basic computer usage and Microsoft Office Suite
Valid NYS Driver's License required
Ability and willingness to obtain certification in SCIPR Competencies and advance to Promote Competencies
Preferred
Experience working with the CRP population
QDIP Certification
Company
Birch Family Services
Birch Family Services offers support, welfare, education and counseling for families and individuals regarding autism and other ailments.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Sturiale
President and CEO
Josh Scher
Chief Financial Officer
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