Assistant Unit Manager, Genesis

Pay Rate: $52,000 yearly

Catholic Charities of Baltimore is currently seeking an Assistant Unit Manager at our Genesis Unit who works with the Unit Manager (UM) to create a therapeutic environment.  While working directly in the Milieu provides leadership and immediate feedback with staff. Provides direct supervision of the direct care staff. The work schedule is Flexible with variety of days & times, including evenings & weekends, to ensure a safe & therapeutic environment.

St. Vincent’s Villa provides comprehensive residential treatment for children, ages 5-13, whose behavioral and emotional needs have not responded to community-based interventions and services.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors the therapeutic and physical environment of the unit to ensure a clean, safe and organized milieu for the children and staff, in collaboration with the UM. Reinforces an environment of care which is trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate, and therapeutically responsive to the needs of the children.
• Applies trauma-informed care principles and the Children and Residential Experiences (CARE) model to influence and guide programming and all interactions with children, families and colleagues, ensuring consistent adherence to best practices and agency standards.
• Manages a medium-sized team of direct care staff by orienting, training, evaluating, coaching, and evaluating performance; setting schedules, approving payroll, and ensuring staff deliver high-quality, compliant care.
• Provides an active and visible leadership presence within the milieu, ensuring staff support and oversight. In conjunction with UM is accountable for being present at a variety of days and times, including evenings and weekends, to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. 
• Requires to be reachable by cell phone when away from the program and to respond on-site for emergencies in the UM’s absence, taking responsibility for maintaining safety and oversight.
• Assists UM as needed by actively participating in weekly unit staff meetings, treatment team meetings, and admissions, ensuring timely follow-through on action items and contributing to effective team operations.
• Partners with UM to ensure full compliance with all DHS milieu licensing requirements, taking responsibility for consistent adherence and timely resolution of any deficiencies.
• Collaborates with UM to maintain proper staffing coverage and monitors overtime usage, accountable for managing costs within budgetary constraints.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in human services plus post graduate education or training in the areas of nursing, healthcare, mental health, education or child care.
• Four (4) years’ experience in a residential treatment environment, two of which must be at a senior, supervisory, or management level.

Certification/Licensure:

• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training within 2 months and Children and Residential Experiences (CARE) training within three (3) months of hire.
• Residential Child and Youth Care Practitioners (RCYCP) certification or within six (6) months of hire.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear and effective exchanges.
• Demonstrates discretion and professionalism in all situations, maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Exhibits exceptional planning and organizational skills, ensuring tasks are executed efficiently.
• Possesses the ability to influence and engage staff, fostering motivation and teamwork.
• Utilizes effective conflict resolution skills to address issues and maintain a positive work environment.
• Apply strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate challenges and make informed decisions.
• Effectively prioritizes tasks and delegates activities as appropriate to ensure optimal workflow and productivity.
• Ability to use, or willingness to learn computer systems and software, necessary to perform the duties of the position. This includes, but is not limited to, basic computer skills, web browsing, online training, and email usage.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions, which may include lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or repositioning items as necessary to perform job duties.
• Hearing and vision abilities, with or without correction, sufficient to drive safely and effectively observe and communicate with others.
• Physically able to perform moves and restraints outlined in TCI training. 
• Driving (Agency and/or personal vehicle) is required for this position. Driver must be at least 21 years of age, with a minimum of 2 years of driving experience, and a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence.   There can be no state issued restrictions on the licenses that would impede drivers’ ability to operate the vehicle as required by the Agency, and there must not be more than three (3) points on their driving record.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Vacation/sick/holiday pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution 
• Tuition Advancement
• Paid Parental Leave

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.

                                                    Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer

Salary : $52,000