About this role
Job SummaryThe Supervisory Resident Assistant (SRA) serves as traditional supervisor over the Resident Assistants (RA). Incumbent works in coordination with other professional staff in the management and supervision of facility residents to ensure a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential treatment environment. The SRA supports the organization and program philosophy of care and helps ensure the safety and well-being of each resident. Position reports to the Milieu Coordinator.
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Experience supervising or leading staff in a residential, behavioral health, social services, or similar care environment; planning and assigning work, developing staff schedules, monitoring performance, and coordinating staffing; recognizing and responding to behavioral concerns; providing crisis intervention and non-professional counseling; and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in the care and management of residents or patients. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
Major DutiesEnsures that the work assignments of the RAs are carried out by performing the following duties: Develops staff work schedules; manages and oversees the work assignments and performance. Distributes the workload; coordinates scheduling and staffing of RA (e.g. recreational activities, field trips). Oversees staff record keeping and prepares performance plans. Provides non-professional counseling for patients. Participates in a multidisciplinary team concerning patient care plans and patient management and participates in the program's behavior management system. Provide crisis intervention and management of aggressive or difficult behavior. Provides guidance and instruction in group activities, personal health and hygiene, courtesy, and etiquette to residents. Supervises and assists residents in getting ready for school, group, and other treatment activities and attends activities as directed to assist in management of resident's behavior. Oversees residential service activities with other department staff. Work with the multidisciplinary treatment team to maintain a safe environment for residents.RequirementsMust pass pre-employment examination. Selectee may be subject to a probationary/trial period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Valid State Driver's License is required Shift schedule may be required; included days, nights, swings, weekends, on-call hours or standby duty and holidays. This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. A one-year supervisory/managerial probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. Measles, Mumps and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.