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The Treatment Program Supervisor (TPS) is responsible for oversight of the residential treatment unit.  The primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Fiscal management of the unit
• Personnel management 
• Physical and plant environment
• Therapeutic management of the residential unit 

As part of their leadership responsibilities the TPS:

• Develops the skills and training of Residential Behavioral Health Specialists (Res BHS). 
• Maintains current trainer certification in the agency approved physical management program. 
• Adheres to the training of standards and regulations as set forth by the Agency, OCS Licensing, The Joint Commission and Medicaid. 
• Actions of the TPS are carried out according to AK Child & Family policies, the AK Child & Family Mission, Core Values and AK Child & Family Philosophy of care.
• Additional duties as assigned. 

*All positions at AK Child & Family may have responsibilities altered during the course of employment due to agency imperatives.

As the only Sanctuary Certified agency in Alaska, we champion the Sanctuary Model, fostering safety and resilience during recovery from adversity.  The Sanctuary model is a blueprint for change, which at its core, promotes safety and recovery from adversity through the active creation of a trauma-informed community.  A recognition that trauma is pervasive in the experience of human beings forms the basis for the Sanctuary Model’s focus not only on the people who seek services, but equally on the people and systems who provide those services.

It is made up of a shared language, tools and 7 Commitments:

1. Growth and Change: Embracing continuous learning, resilience, and innovation to build a supportive community that helps students, and their families overcome trauma and create a brighter future.
2. Emotional Intelligence: Awareness of our own and other’s feelings to foster healthy interactions.
3. Social Learning: Sharing and valuing ideas while learning from one another.
4. Social Responsibility: Committing to care for each other, our community and ourselves.
5. Open Communication: Clear, respectful and honest communication.
6. Democracy: Aligning with shared goals and values, respecting and valuing diverse opinions, and encouraging constructive discussion to reach positive solutions.
7. Nonviolence: Physical, emotional, moral, cultural and social safety for others and ourselves.

BENEFITS

HEALTH BENEFITS:

• Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, & Vision – with HRA!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Group Life and AD&D
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

OTHER BENEFITS:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 13 hours/month in 1st year and then increases
• 2 Floating Holidays/year
• 6 Observed Holidays: double-time pay for working on the Holiday
• Bonuses: Longevity & Referral
• Educational Support Program

PAY:

• $59,000 +DOE
• Bonus in the amount of 1.5% of annual salary after successful completion of 6-month Intro Period and another at the 1-year anniversary.

• The TPS reports to the Director of Residential Services (DRS).
•  The TPS collaborates with other departments through interdepartmental teamwork to provide for the day-to-day operations of the residential treatment unit.
•  The TPS supervises the Residential Behavioral Health Specialists assigned to his/her cottage.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• The TPS must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children/youth and their families.
• The TPS must have the ability to engage in vigorous physical and recreational activities, and must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• The TPS must have the ability to train and supervise staff must possess a valid Alaska Driver’s license and use of an adequately insured vehicle.
• The TPS will demonstrate an understanding and sensitivity to serving a culturally diverse/and or special needs population.

Education and Experience:

• The TPS should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in related service field and at least two years’ experience in the field.
• Or a combination of post-secondary education and experience that equals at least 6 years total.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

• The TPS must be able to drive and transport students in AK Child & Family vehicles; to efficiently access AK Child & Family and community buildings for meetings and agency activities in order to perform all job responsibilities;
• S/he must be able to physically manage students ages 6 to 17 years, according to AK Child & Family physical management policy, normally in a teaching/supervising capacity.
• The TPS must be able to move quickly throughout the living unit and outdoor area in order to monitor/supervise students and staff activities, alarm systems, emergency procedures, lighting etc.
• S/he must legibly produce reports using a computer regarding students and residential unit events.
• In a teaching/supervising capacity the TPS will be asked to teach/demonstrate meal preparation, laundry sanitation protocol, unit cleanliness/sanitation/safety expectations (i.e. shoveling snow, sweeping, cleaning duties, safety checks etc.)
• The TPS must be able to teach, supervise and participate in recreational and leisure time activities.
• S/he in a teaching/supervising capacity will assist and supervise students with chores.
• The TPS must be able to use a copy and fax machine.