What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shift Manager (Full Time Sunday-Wednesday) position at Chileda Institute Inc.?
SHIFT MANAGER
MISSION: Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavior challenges. Chileda's goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop independent living skills, through an enriched learning environment and individualized behavior programming. Chileda's population includes children and young adults with special needs including Autism, Attachment Challenges, related developmental delays, and intensive behavioral needs.
SUMMARY: The Shift Manager is responsible for the overall safety and coordination of the agency's program during the shift assigned. The Shift Manager works collaboratively with other departments, managers, and leads to ensure there is adequate staffing and support for the successful operations during their assigned shift.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Must possess a bachelor's degree in a human Services field or at least 3 years of supervisory experience in working with people with developmental disabilities in licensed care.
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Must possess a minimum of intermediate computer skills and other software.
- Must demonstrate leadership ability and a positive can-do attitude.
- Ability to handle crisis situations in a safe and effective manner.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
REPORTS TO:
1st Shift Manager: Education Manager
2nd Shift Manager: Residential Manager
Back-Up Shift Manager: Residential Manager
Overnight Shift Manager: Director of Residential Services
REPORTS TO:
Full Time, Sunday - Wednesday
JOB DUTIES:
- Work collaboratively with all departments and teams to promote respect, learning, safety, collaboration, and compassion through daily shift operations.
- Know and follow all procedures, including attendance procedures, incident report procedures, emergency intervention procedures, crisis response procedures, serious incident report procedures, etc.
- Remain current on Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Planning, with the ability to implement these systems when needed. Maintain the ability to direct staff and residents during times of emergency.
- Work collaboratively with other Shift Managers to plan for appropriate coverage of supervision.
- Coordinate with program staff to ensure appropriate coverage for residential programming, educational programming, and community outings.