Overnight Program Leader, Residential Job at St. Catherine's Center for Children

OVERNIGHT PROGRAM LEADER, RESIDENTIAL

We have two (2) full-time openings!

Sunday - Wednesday: 11pm -9am (OR)

Wednesday - Saturday: 11pm -9am

Position: (2 positions) Overnight Program Leader, Residential

Program: Residential Services, Copson House & Group Homes

Type: Full-time; non-exempt

Pay Range: $23 – $25 (per hour)

Location: Albany, New York

Job Ref. #: 307

About Us:

St. Catherine’s Center for Children is a non-profit organization located in the Greater Capital Region of New York. We offer a wide array of human services designed to meet the needs of vulnerable children, families and adults, including residential and therapeutic foster care programs for children and youth, Kinship support, homeless and community-based services for adults and families, a special education elementary school for ages 5-13, and so much more. St. Catherine’s is committed to cultivating a culture where all employees feel safe to bring their authentic and best selves to the workplace. Our DEIB initiatives are designed to foster an equitable, inclusive and diversified workplace; collaboratively embracing mindfulness, relevance, respect and solidarity.

Our Mission:

St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.

Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, Residential, the Program Leader manages the physical, emotional, and treatment needs/goals of the children in the Residential Program. The Program Leader will take on a leadership role within the day-to-day operations/functioning of the Residential Program.

Position Specifications/Requirements:

• Ability to work: Sunday - Wednesday (OR) Wednesday - Saturday: 11pm -9am
• HS diploma/GED Equivalent is required; Associate’s degree or higher is preferred. Relevant combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Certification to administer medication is required (must complete St. Catherine’s Med Certification course).
• A current Clean and Valid New York State Driver’s License (actively licensed at least one year) is required.
  • Staff in driving positions must be able to meet agency’s minimum requirements of our insurance policy for authorized drivers; including, but not limited to the minimum age of 21 at time of hire.
• Van certification
• Professional experience working with children who exhibit a variety of emotional, behavioral or interpersonal challenges, required.
• Experience in the use of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), with the ability to respond effectively and therapeutically in crisis situations.
• Self-motivated and engaged, with a strong attention to detail; Excellent writing aptitude.
• A compassionate, warm and caring mindset; Capable of exhibiting empathy for those in crisis.
• Capacity and openness to work with populations from culturally diverse and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, including but not limited to a broad range of people with various developmental and functional levels.
• Qualities of positivity, flexibility and adaptability; A professional record of integrity, proven reliability and dependability.
• Capable of exercising ethical, independent judgment and discretion, handle sensitive data with strict confidentiality.
• Ability to pass background check, including fingerprinting.
  

Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Under the oversight of the Program Manager, implement the standards developed to maintain a therapeutic, child centered treatment environment.
• Provide oversight of implementation of children’s’ treatment plans as directed by the Treatment Team. Document treatment services provided to children.
• Remain in sight and sound of the children in the program when in ratio.
• Participate in the daily routines and activities of the children in accordance with current standards of therapeutic treatment of children and the philosophy and mission of St. Catherine’s Center for Children.
• Assist the Program Manager in overseeing the safety and maintenance of the building, grounds, and vehicles. Follow-up with the Maintenance Department regarding any repairs that are needed. This may include, but is not limited to submitting work orders for necessary repairs.
• Ensure that all children have adequate clothing, personal care items, nutritious food, and transportation when needed.
• Under the oversight of the Program Manager, the Program Leader will ensure the Direct Support Professionals are aware of all policies and procedures and coach them on timely completion of any required documentation.
• Attend as an active participant, all treatment meetings, and meetings related to the children, house management, staff meetings, all mandated trainings, and all Agency required trainings.
• Participate in the general upkeep of the physical environment. Everyone is responsible for housekeeping tasks.
• Attend and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training Certification.
• In conjunction with the Program Manager, plan and implement daily activities for clients that promote active engagement and therapeutic practices.
• Maintain good working relationships with agency colleagues, families and representatives from other organizations.
• Attend and successfully complete the Medication Administration Certification Course, and maintain medication certification. When assigned, administer medication as assigned, according to agency protocols.
• Provide oversight of staff responsible for distributing medications to clients.
• Receive and maintain van certification; complete required van inspections and check the log and report the vehicle maintenance needs to the Transportation Supervisor and Program Manager, including the monitoring of fuel for assigned Agency vehicles.
• Will conduct steps of post-crisis response as necessary or as assigned.
• Additional position-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor/ director.

What We Offer You*:

*To qualify, certain conditions may apply

EEO Statement: St. Catherine’s Center for Children is committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, reproductive health and pregnancy, family history and genetics, disability, age, military status, veteran status, politics, or other beliefs, and any other characteristics protected by law.

Background Checks: We run a thorough and complete pre-employment background check on all candidates being considered for a position, this includes fingerprinting. All candidates must successfully clear the pre-employment background check process, which follows NYS/DOJ requirements. We pay for all pre-employment background checks!