Job Information
Gateway-Longview Residential Supervisor in Williamsville, New York
Job Title: Residential Supervisor
Department: Residential Treatment
Position Summary: Monitor the day to day functioning of the residential units in order to promote a positive, safe, and therapeutic living environment for youth in care wherein behavior changes can occur
Department
Gateway Longview’s Residential Treatment Services is a therapeutic intervention for youth ages 12-18 and supports them in developing the skills needed to successfully live with their families or in the community.
Agency
Gateway Longview is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off; up to 12 paid holidays & floating holidays per year; medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 403b with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs
Compensation
$21.25 - $23.00 per hour
- Offers based on education and years of relevant experience
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time
Evening and weekend availaility
Professional Development Opportunities
Gateway Longview has a strong investment in developing the future leaders of the organization through trainings, advancement opportunities, and a formal leadership pipeline.
Position Specific Duties/Responsibilities
Work directly with Youth Care Professionals and other program areas to ensure continuity of therapeutic services and model correct treatment modalities
Effectively respond to, oversee, and assist in all conflict resolution situations to ensure the safety of youth and staff through the proper use of approved intervention techniques. Provide appropriate and timely debriefing of crisis situations with staff and youth including the completion of required paperwork utilizing appropriate terminology
Create a professional work environment through direct supervision of Youth Care Professionals and the effective use of role modeling, documented coaching sessions and ongoing trainings. Participate in Information Gathering Interviews (IGIs) with Youth Care Professionals and utilize effective disciplinary actions when necessary to ensure accountability for job expectations
Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner
Manage all aspects of medication management including the packing and administration of medication in absence of nursing staff and the completion of required documentation
Provide effective support and relief to staff by offering, granting, and covering breaks or late arrivals within the units when necessary to maintain proper client to staff ratios. Oversee On Call responsibilities in the absence of the Program Manager to ensure proper staffing levels at all times
Assist direct care staff in teaching and reinforcing youth coping skills for use in daily life and the community.
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must have excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented
Ability to work independently and be an enthusiastic team player
Ability to utilize physical restraints in accordance with safety protocols youth after successful completion of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training
Ability to work effectively with clients, staff, families, and community contacts
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma and/or GED
1 year relevant experience
6 months of supervisory experience
Valid NYS Driver’s License
We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.