Certified Administrator (STRTP) P/T

TREE HOUSE YOUTH HOMES INC Sunland, California, United States Admin/Clerical/Secretarial

About this position

Description:

Administrator 

Reports to: Executive Director
Supervises: Facility Managers and Direct Care Staff 

The ç must be a minimum of 21 years of age and pass all background clearances. 

Job Summary: 

The Administrator is responsible for the 24 hours, 7-day operation of the home. Oversee the supervision of the youths at THYH. Oversee the admission, treatment, and transfer of the youth. 


Responsibilities: 

  • Supervise the home and delegate responsibilities to Direct Care Staff and Facility Managers. 
  • Execute training plan and coordinate staff compliance with training requirements.
  • Interact with staff, youths, family, and others to ensure the quality of care. 
  • Report to the Executive Director on any urgent or emergency issues, or other
    known issues. 
  • Assist the Executive Director in developing policies and
    procedures and continuous quality improvement plan. 
  • Handle with Executive Director hiring, evaluation, and other human resource
    matters. 
  • Oversee regulatory audits. 
  • Assist as needed to conduct admissions. 
  • Review complaints and grievances by youths, staff, or the public. 
  • Participate in the development and evaluation of the program,
    treatment, and other clinical needs. 
  • Ensure agency adheres to the state and county standards
    pertaining to STRTP’s and mental health organizations. 
  • Trains staff in Pro-Act interventions. 
  • Assist Executive Director in supply provisions and other facility needs. 
  • Oversee and review all Special Incident Reports.
     
Requirements:

Education and Experience: 

Have a master's degree in behavioral science from an accredited college or university, plus a minimum of two years of employment as a social worker in an agency serving children or in an STRTP for children, or 

Have a bachelor's degree, preferably in behavioral science, from an accredited college or university, plus at least three one years of administrative experience or supervisory experience in a social services agency which provides direct services to children in an outpatient setting or in an STRTP with a licensed capacity of six or more. 

The Administrator shall maintain a current Administrator Certification for STRTP from the State of California. 

Must clear a CCL, DOJ, and FBI fingerprint criminal background check 

Must have a valid California Driver License and be insurable under the Agency Insurance carrier 

Proficiency in bookkeeping, human resources, and CCL and DCFS administrative practices and procedures are preferred.