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Assistant Shift Supervisor
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Supports and coaches residential mentors on a shift at a behavioral health facility for adolescents aged 12-17, delegating duties, training staff, running safety drills and executing program events. Leads de-escalation and represents the shift at treatment team meetings.
About this role
Overview
Compensation: $21 to $24 an hour, depending on experience
Location: 3205 N Twyman Rd, Independence, MO 64058 Schedule: Wednesday to Saturday, 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM Make a difference in the lives of adolescents while growing your leadership skills. As an Assistant Shift Supervisor at Embark Behavioral Health, you'll partner with shift leads and support, coach, and develop Residential Mentors while helping create a safe and supportive environment where adolescents ages 12-17 can heal, grow, and thrive. Ideal for emerging leaders, this role offers the opportunity to build your leadership experience, shape a positive team culture, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of the young people we serve.Responsibilities
Assist shift supervisor's in guiding staff member's during your shift, providing a presence of knowledge and mentorship.
Delegate responsibilities to shift team members as appropriate to ensure smooth operations.
Provide new hires with comprehensive on-shift orientation, following the provided checklist.
Continuously train and develop shift members, conducting formal weekly training meetings.
- Maintain open lines of communication by sharing pertinent events occurring during your shift in shift change meetings with relieving supervisors or night staff.
Act as a representative for your shift at the weekly interdisciplinary Treatment Team meetings.
Conduct safety drills quarterly as instructed by the Lead Supervisor to ensure a safe environment.
Execute the program events calendar with precision, contributing to a well-rounded experience for students.
Qualifications
- Ability to train and model de-escalation with agitated students.
- Leadership skills to grow and manage employees.
- Strong demonstration and passion for team collaboration.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 21 years old or older
- Current driver's license and a good driving record.
Benefits
Why Join Us (Career Growth):
- Mastery Program with ongoing training for no-experience candidates.
- Paid training in de-escalation, crisis response, and MARDC certification.
- Career ladder + leadership track—we grow our own and promote internallyIdeal for students pursuing Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or Medical fields.
- Proven Positive Outcomes: You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescent lives.
- Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
- Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.
If you're ready to be part of a dedicated team making a lasting impact on young lives in our community, we want to hear from you!
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community.
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