Manager In Training

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The Manager oversees the daily operation of the residential facility, including staff supervision, treatment planning, and maintenance of the physical plant to ensure quality services for all residents. The Manager assists in maximizing the functioning of emotionally disabled adults to prevent hospitalization.

• Ensure that shifts have adequate coverage and alert the Program Coordinator when essential staff calls out.
• Insure that staff receive a schedule informing them of responsibilities and observe that all staff follow the schedule.
• Insure that staff manage the DCC’s, documenting house and occurrence log, and complete goals according to method.
• Implement behavioral support plans as needed and attend semi-annual, annual, and special meetings at schools and/or day treatment programs.
• Communicate professionally with schools and/or day treatment programs and document contact with schools, day treatment programs, and family.
• Maintain appropriate and effective interpersonal relationships with team members, DCC, staff, clinicians, supervisors, support, and administrative staff.
• Demonstrate understanding of abuse and incident reporting regulations and collaborate with the Quality Assurance Team.
• Inform Program Coordinator of outstanding staff performance and any staff disciplinary concerns.
• Provide in‑house training to new employees and perform DCC/SS responsibilities in the absence and/or shortage of staff.

Education
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 a degree.

Experience
Minimum 3‑year experience working with developmentally disabled population, preferably in a residential, health, or treatment related setting.

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.

• Minimum 3 years administrative/managerial experience with emotionally disabled population.
• Successfully complete Medication Administration Course within 90 days of employment.
• Excellent management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer usage and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License required.

EEO Statement
Birch Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Birch Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Birch Family Services expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Birch Family Services’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.