Assistant Coordinator

Assistant Coordinator – Atlantis unit

GRADE:  VII, Salaried

Works directly with clients to provide for their care, welfare, safety, security and protection of their rights in accordance with individual service plans, the program plan, and applicable licensing and accreditation standards; provides therapeutic services in accordance with agency mission, residential treatment philosophy and program goals.  Assists program coordinator in supervision of routine tasks on assigned shifts, supervision of staff and provides leadership to staff while on shift.  Qualifications:  Bachelor’s Degree preferred in social services or related field;  with at least 2 years of related experience preferred, or high school diploma, with at least a minimum of 2 years of experience and having worked with children and youth in such settings as residential, group homes, family services, juvenile justice, foster care, and special education; provided they are extensively experienced and highly trained.  Leadership skills, child care skills; dependability; ability to work objectively with disturbed children; ability and judgment to work independently; demonstrated maturity and sensitivity to cultural and individual differences in children and families served; ability to handle job-related matters in a professional, diplomatic, and confidential manner. Must be at least 21 years of age to meet DCFS requirements; hearing and speaking ability which allows for effective oral communication of information; ability to physically restrain clients; physical and emotional stamina to effectively handle job related issues and stress; ability to transport self and clients to various locations; ability to pass DCFS driving requirements.