Salary range $4500 monthly 9a to 5p and one weekend out of the month. Must be flexible to work any shift as need. Will need to be on call one week out of the month. The position is a Daytime position, but the staff member must be flexible to work other shifts when the census at the home decreases. Must be on call one week out of the month (with all four group homes). Must be able to work one weekend ouf the month. Must have five years of experience working with at-risk youth and families. POSITION SUMMARY Application Process – Provide all items listed on the application requirements. Criminal records and previous work conduct cannot reflect any criminal history or misconduct that pertains to abuse, neglect, sexual exploitation, deprivation, perpetration of serious physical injury, or felony arrests. Material false statements concerning qualification requirements are not allowed and if discovered will result in immediate disposal of application. If application materials are received in satisfactory order, and the applicant meets the job qualifications, an interview will be provided for final determination. Provide direct care and supervision to residents of the group home in accordance to with the policies and procedures provided in facility manual and Rules and Regulations for Child Caring Institutions 290-2-5. Participate in the orientation and training required. Perform duties of daily operations, and record keeping. Conduct monthly site and safety inspections. Available to parents, guardians, or representatives of children considered for admission to the institution. Conduct monthly fire drills, maintain overall general sanitary upkeep of home. Facilitate scheduled activities with residents. Notify Program Coordinator/On Call Staff immediately of any emergencies or actions conducted outside of policies and procedures. Maintain documentation in resident files on care plans and behavior management plans. V. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator. VI. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provides a nurturing environment and close, intensive supervision and security for female adolescent residents in the residential treatment program i. Assures resident’s basic needs are met including meals, exercise, hygiene and sleep ii. Teaches healthy living skills and conducts recreational and social activities enhancing skill acquisition and fun iii. Monitors activities and whereabouts of residents iv. Maintains a physically safe environment v. Overseas and documents the Self-Administration of medication in an accurate and timely manner vi. Assures that residents’ daily schedule is followed vii. Transport residents to medical, dental, counseling or other social service appointments. 2. Utilizes behavior management techniques appropriately with residents i. Feedback is clear, specific, timely and respectful ii. Effectively communicates behavior choices to residents, outlining the positive and negative consequences of their choices iii. Communication is adjusted to meet the resident’s development level and style of communication iv. Maintain accurate documentation of the Level/Point System. v. Issues out CBC (Competency Based Consequences) appropriately. 3. Employs relationship skills effectively i. Models healthy interactions and respectful communication with residents ii. Forms caring therapeutic relationships that are warm, nurturing, empathetic and unconditional iii. Relates to residents objectively and fairly, giving consideration to the resident’s individual needs iv. Works with residents to problem solve and identify solutions to problematic behaviors 4. Works effectively within a team of co-workers i. Maintains communication with staff members through the use of a Communication Log and shift-change meetings ii. Tracks team and clients information in staff logs and client notes, using professional language iii. Participates and contributes to team meetings and case reviews in a constructive manner v. Maintains communication with co-workers throughout shift and across shifts, keeping them apprised of therapeutic issues vi. Consults with team and follows through with decisions. Remains aware of overall program climate and assists others when need arises 5. Completes all health and safety reports, resident reports, plans and records in a timely manner in accordance with program procedures and funding contract standards i. Write progress notes in accordance with contract standards for all individual and group skills training ii. Write incident reports as needed and completed by shift closing. iii. Documents all relevant contact with parents/resources, DJJ, DHR, DFCS, ORS and external agencies iv. Completes daily shift communication and documentation at the end of each shift v. Complete monthly site and safety reviews. vi. Complete monthly fire, bomb threat, power failure, increment weather drills. vii. Complete work order repair request 6. Meets regularly with Program Coordinator and/or Program Director actively participates in supervision. 7. Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator. Benefit Conditions:
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