UC Program Youth Treatment Specialist (FT)

United States·Grand Rapidsmid

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Key Responsibilities

Strive to create a therapeutic milieu: an environment marked by warmth, empathy and respect. Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of client treatment programs; facilitate,

Requirements Summary

English speaking required; Spanish speaking preferred. Must be 21 years of age. A high school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education and/or certification in Psychology, Social Work,

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Responsibilities

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→Strive to create a therapeutic milieu: an environment marked by warmth, empathy and respect.
→Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of client treatment programs; facilitate, and support all programs, including therapy, employment training, activities, school, transportation, etc.
→Observe and monitor client behaviors and hold residents accountable using the established agency interventions. Serve as a teacher, supporter, and role model in daily interactions.
→Demonstrate knowledge of and timely use of non-violent, physical crisis intervention techniques (Aegis) to physically manage residents who are in danger of harming themselves or others. Including the completion of required reports.
→Provide a stable, positive role model for residents; be able to assume an authoritative role while maintaining a primary helping relationship with residents.
→Respect others and understand their needs and feelings, regardless of race, social, ethnic, and religious background; have an attitude and aptitude for providing nurturance, being patient, and accepting others.
→Oversee general health and wellness of clients, including assisting with meals, physical activities, clothing/ personal hygiene supplies, medical, dental, vision, and hygiene care; provide first aid or CPR if required; schedule appointments as assigned.
- →Dispense medications at prescribed intervals as assigned.
→Transport residents to scheduled appointments, activities, work, meetings, etc. as needed.
→Maintain neat, accurate records and reports of all activities carried out in the management of the residential program.
→Support the maintenance of a clean, orderly home; supervise and participate with residents in completing assigned duties and meeting defined housekeeping standards.
→Report all personal and physical property damage to appropriate administrative personnel using established reports and procedures.
→Regular participation in supervision meetings and team meetings for the sharing of ideas, feedback and department planning. Seek and solicit feedback. Provide feedback to the Supervisor for staff evaluations.
→Responsible for timely Quality Assurance compliance as related to employee’s roles and functions.
→Observe professional confidentiality at all times: protect the rights of residents and their families and abide within the guidelines of the agency Confidentiality Policy.
→Other duties as assigned coordinated with the home supervisor, assistant supervisor, or shift supervisor.

Requirements

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English speaking required; Spanish speaking preferred.
Must be 21 years of age.
A high school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education and/or certification in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field preferred.
Prior experience supervising adolescents with emotional/behavioral disorders preferred
Must have a valid driver's license
Federally funded program requiring the following vaccinations:
- Varicella: two doses of varicella vaccine (at least 4 weeks apart)
  - OR born in the United States before 1980 with a reported history of chickenpox (verified by an adult present at the time of illness)
  - OR titers indicating varicella immunity
  - OR documentation from healthcare provider verifying previous infection.
- MMR: Two doses of MMR vaccine (at least 4 weeks apart)
  - OR titers indicating immunity to all three diseases (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)
- DTaP or DTap
  - Complete primary vaccination series. If primary vaccination series completed in childhood, one DTaP dose in adulthood.
- Influenza: Single dose annually during flu season.
Federally funded program requiring the following COVID regulations:
- Must wear masks (provided by Wedgwood)
- PPE required after exposure
- Adhere to quarantine protocols
Subscription to the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goal, purpose, and objectives of the agency.

What We Offer

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✓403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match

✓Medical plans with great coverage options

✓Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan

✓Flexible Spending Accounts

✓Health Savings Accounts

✓Dental and vision plans

✓Pet insurance

✓Legal insurance

✓A Locally Partnered Employee Assistance Program

✓Competitive paid time off

✓Direct deposit

✓Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF

✓Paid Holidays

✓We also offer a variety of employer paid benefits for full time staff Short term disability

✓Long term disability

✓Life insurance up to 2x your annual salary

✓No-cost, employer paid training and re-certification provided to staff

✓Wedgwood is proud to offer a full gymnasium with an attached 24hr wellness center that houses a wide variety of workout equipment. Wedgwood is happy to provide this space to our staff at no cost.

✓Through community partnerships, Wedgwood employees and in some cases family members, are eligible for application and tuition fee discounts for several local colleges and universities.