Assistant Manager

Position Summary Works collaboratively with the management team to ensure safety, stability and professional guidance to residents in our care that have been placed through the Department of Children, Youth and Families. This position requires the individual to promote leadership skills in order to properly supervise TST Milieu Counselors in the residential treatment setting. The Shift Supervisor will possess a positive demeanor, integrity, empathy, nonjudgmental attitude and is culturally sensitive to the needs of the program. Monitor residential program with maintaining Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) in the milieu setting. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in social work-related field or significant residential/childcare experience required, supervisory experience preferred. Willingness and capability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as scheduled. Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic issues. Capability to implement appropriate child management techniques, which may include use of passive physical restraint. Excellent communication skills. Requires current driver’s license, reliable transportation with a minimum of 3 seats in addition to the driver’s seat and proof of automobile insurance. Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay. Physical Requirements Travel to and from clients’ residence, community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. Ability to communicate by voice, use sight and hearing. Benefits We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Salary FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability. #J-18808-Ljbffr