Gateway Homes Inc. is currently recruiting for a Team Leader for its Vienna location. Selected candidate will provide guidance and supervision to front-line staff who care for individuals with a variety of behavioral health issues and reside in the program. Team leader also helps address the needs of the residents and helps ensure residents’ treatment plans are being implemented appropriately. Team leader is also responsible for recruiting/hiring/training new staff and scheduling staff/responding to staff absences. Prior experience working in a residential setting for persons with serious mental illnesses is essential. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. Certification as a QMHP-A is preferred. Strong oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, ability to multi-task, and ability to resolve conflict are essential.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Supports the mission, vision and values of Gateway Homes, Inc.;

· Adheres to the personnel policies of Gateway Homes, Inc.;

· Adheres to the terms and stipulations of each program’s license as issued by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, including Human Rights regulations;

· Adheres to all applicable federal, state, or local laws and regulations regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Virginians with Disabilities Act;

· Assists the Program Director in maintaining standards and regulations that are required by the program;

· Supports the Program Director, Recovery Support Specialists, and co-workers by being a proactive and engaged member of the team;

· Participates in clinical meetings and mandatory staff meetings;

· Maintains standards of clinical care and compliance with all regulations applicable to the Program including licensing and human rights standards,

· Provides oversight of the day-to-day operations by ensuring

o Mental health support services are consistent with the person centered plans and program schedule of activities,

o Psychiatric and medical needs are identified and appropriate follow-up care is arranged,

o Case management needs are addressed,

o Supervision of the team functions effectively to meet the need of the individuals served,

o Interfacing with other professionals and family members

· Provides administrative oversight of the day-to-day operations by

o Making staff assignments,

o Arranging for physical plant and vehicle cleaning and repairs as needed, and

o Ensuring shopping is completed for food and other supplies.

· Completes or assigns qualified staff to complete

o Initial Person Centered Plans and Quarterly Plan reviews,

o Other written documentation including but not limited to shift reports, daily progress notes, serious incident reports, mental health support notes, and family and professional contacts.

· Provides mental health support, and involves residents in community activities as specified in the individual services plan,

· Keeps current with all mandatory training requirements including but not limited to CPR, First Aid, Medication Aide Training, and TOVA;

· Keeps current with all mandatory reporting including annual Tuberculosis Screening and Driving Records;

Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

· Knowledge of the concepts of evidenced based practices and related physical conditions and multiple treatment modalities for persons with serious mental illness;

· Knowledge of the Principles of Recovery;

· Knowledge of first-aid, behavioral management, personal and environmental hygiene;

· Ability to complete documentation in a thorough and timely manner;

· Ability to provide supportive counseling and rehabilitation services in a residential setting;

· Ability to implement mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures of Gateway Homes;

· Ability to engage, lead, and supervise staff in the design and implementation of rehabilitative activities, supportive counseling services, and 24 hour residential care;

· Ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees.

· Ability to collaborate professionally with other agencies.

If you are looking to join an agency that is growing in the State of Virginia and on the cutting edge of mental health rehabilitative services, Gateway Homes Inc. may be a great fit for you!

The position is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to the personnel policies of Gateway Homes.

Gateway Homes, Inc. strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against, or harassment of, employees, applicants, clients, or any other covered persons because of age, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, sex (sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Types: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Gateway Homes Inc.

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