Residential Care Specialist Shift Leader

Job Description Responsibilities HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility) Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric hospital, overlooking Lake Galloway in Auburn Hills, Michigan. We specialize in providing comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services to children, adolescents and adults. It is the ultimate goal of our dedicated staff to build strength, confidence and knowledge within each patient, in hopes that they may continue learning and understanding their needs and practicing self-care for the rest of their lives. If you would like to learn more about this position before applying, please contact Havenwyck Hospital at --0. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervison of the Program Director, the Shift Leader assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the orientation experience and skill obrainment of the RCS staff in relation to maintaining the therapeutic program on an as needed basis. Shift Leader will also carry direct patient care assignment to facilitate awareness of program functioning.  Duties included but not limited to: Satisfactorily completes all duties/responsibilities of a Residential Care Specialist job description. Under the direction of the Director of Residential Services, identifies problems of time, attendance, and job performance of the RCS staff and assists in the developing plan of action to resolve these completion. Supervises RCS in completion of identified tasks and assumes responsibility for ensuring that completion. Keeps Program Director or RCS-Supervisor apprised of all aspects of RCS performance. Assists in orientation of New RCSs to unit/program philosophy. As delegated by the Program Director, identifies and conducts needed inservices to comply with job tasks and program expectations. Maintains resident assignment and completes tasks as directed by the Director. In conjunction with Program Director, completes and delivers employee performance evaluations and competency assessments. Attends weekly treatment team conferences and provides input as directed by the Director. Under direction of the Program Director, assists in maintaining safe staffing standards within the program.  Participates in continuing education opportunities in the hospital and in the community. BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:  Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan (K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries Free Basic Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Student Loan Repayment Program - for some degrees and criteria What do our current employees value at Havenwyck Hospital and UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, annual revenues were $.8 billion in 4. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: If High School dimploma, must have 4 years experience in child care institution. Attains minimum of two years of college and 3 years in child care institution, Bachelor's degree and 2 years experience in child care institution, preferred. Experience on an inpatient psychiatric/or Residential Treatment Program setting for two years, preferred. At least an month experience in RCS role or position commensurate to RCS role, required. Experience in treating Inpulse Disorder population, preferred. (On Impulse Disorder unit). Provision of satisfactory motor vehicle operation report, required.