Residential Milieu Director-Bonus Eligible

About the Role

Wediko’s innovative treatment approaches help youth create a sense of belonging, develop competencies, discover safe environments, reinforce positive behaviors, and build supportive communities. Join a dynamic team of professionals implementing our trauma-informed care model.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and team supervision for Residential Supervisors.
• Hire, train, and evaluate staff performance; oversee disciplinary action and terminations.
• Provide input regarding salary administration for Supervisors and Counselors.
• Hire new counseling staff.
• Coordinate the placement and training of volunteer staff.
• Draft and revise program policies and procedures as a member of the management team; monitor the implementation of The Home's guidelines.
• Coordinate and provide training for staff members.
• Provide direct therapeutic care to residents and TCI crisis intervention as needed, including the use of restraints; assume a leadership role in managing emergency situations.
• Provide on-call coverage for the program on a rotating basis with senior administrative support.
• Oversee petty cash system and the processing of bills; authorize expenses.
• Develop and oversee implementation of behavior management system; monitor the effectiveness of behavior management strategies.
• Ensure a therapeutic environment on the milieu at all times; plan and coordinate therapeutic activities.
• Co-chair treatment team meetings as well as weekly staff meetings.
• Interface with collateral agencies and various internal departments to integrate services with educational, medical, and clinical disciplines; resolve interdepartmental conflicts.
• Act as an advocate for milieu services and staff; align milieu department needs with agency priorities.
• Serve on agency committees as needed.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 4 years of direct child care experience in a residential setting with emotionally challenged children.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applications.

Benefits

• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays and 5 sick days.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance available.
• Extensive training for new staff.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Employer-paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Additional benefits available.

About the Organization

Wediko is committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities.