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Department: | Vanderark A |
Location: | Grand Rapids, MI |
Shift Supervisor (Full-Time) - VanderArk A Program
What you値l do
Working in one of our residential homes alongside our experienced care team, you値l implement individual treatment plans tailored to meet the needs of boys ages 12-17 in our program. You値l ensure the safety of each child, and manage tasks that create a warm, loving home for kids who need a refuge.
In addition to supporting normal daily operations of the residential unit, you will coordinate with the Program BCBA to implement focused behavioral intervention based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). You may facilitate social interactions, as well as design and conduct exciting daily small group activities in a fun, engaging environment.
Shift Supervisors are also responsible for providing support to program management by organizing, directing, and supervising the direct care team on each shift in order to assure consistency and continuity in treatment.
Compensation + Collaboration
We池e starting team members up to $24 per hour with a generous benefits package. You値l join a passionate, purposeful, and collaborative team who is committed to doing what it takes to give youth a brighter future.
Where healing begins.
The teens who come to live at Wedgwood often have little sense of what a loving home feels like. As a Wedgwood Shift Supervisor, you can help instill the compassion, self-worth, and optimism that our residents need to overcome their trauma, addiction, and behavioral health issues. You値l work alongside our expert clinical care team to mentor residents, building relationships utilizing trauma-informed care techniques, helping them develop healthy life skills, and teaching teens to use their voices for position outcomes. By consistently showing up for our residents, you can help transform lives and have an impact on generations to come.
Schedule: 4 weekdays and every other weekend, rotating between 1st and 2nd shift
Qualifications:
Applicant must be at least 20 years of age
High school diploma required
Must have a valid driver痴 license
Additional education and/or certification in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field preferred.
Prior experience supervising at risk youth is preferred
Ability to pivot, bend, twist and stoop while bearing weight of individuals served.
Willing to pick up third shift hours with advanced notice.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. non-stationary weight through the approved technique is required.
Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goal, purpose, and objective of the agency.
Benefits:
Wedgwood Christian Services
Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care, counseling services and community programs. Leaning on our faith and core values of integrity, compassion, excellence, and diversity, we tackle the crucial work of supporting and restoring the wellbeing of all those who call West Michigan home.
Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services.
Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity