• Oversees the implementation of activities which support the daily schedule on one or more units at the facility.
• Ensures standard operating procedures, program policy and procedures, and the client interventions process are implemented appropriately.
• Provides effective on-the-job training to the Youth Development Team Leaders.
• Interacts with and supervises clients during daily activities in a manner that ensures their safety and security.
• Maintains regular communication with supervisor and co-workers.
• Provides effective facility security including conducting headcounts, room checks, and observing client movement.
• Observes client behavior and intervenes appropriately.
• Processes intakes and screens clients according to program policy.
• Facilitates and documents various groups or meetings; monitors the documentation process to ensure all services are documented as necessary each shift.
• Ensures the unit has adequate supplies including hygiene products and cleaning supplies.
• Administers medication or supervises self-administration of medication when necessary; ensures process is completed per policy in the absence of medical staff.
• Maintains regular communication with supervisor and co-workers.
• Implements and supports the company’s mission and philosophy; follows the company’s policies on professional expectations, code of conduct, and other practices and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of information related to client information.
• Observes activities and responds accordingly including emergency procedures such as evacuation, CPR, or first aid.
• Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of client intervention skills and Safe Crisis Management (SCM) techniques; monitors client interventions and provides guidance to other employees as necessary.