Job Description:

Job Title: Lead Advanced Residential Support Staff
Location: Jefferson City, MO
Department: GIFT Program
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
 

Job Summary:
Are you passionate about working with youth in a therapeutic setting? Do you have leadership experience and the ability to guide and support staff through challenging situations? Join our team at Preferred Family Healthcare as a Lead Advanced Residential Support Staff!
 

As a Lead Advanced Residential Support Staff, you will be responsible for leading staff and clients through their shift successfully. You will ensure that all shift tasks are assigned and completed while working closely with leadership and the activities coordinator to develop and implement schedules and activities for youth. You will be a key member of our team, promoting a safe and transformative environment for both staff and clients.

Position Perks & Benefits:

29 Days of PTO

Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirements

Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

Company-paid basic life insurance

Emergency Medical Leave Program

Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

Health & Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Mileage Reimbursement
 

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate interactions and ensure the program is a safe haven for therapeutic transformation.

Support staff and youth by helping to identify strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.

Supervise staff and youth, ensuring the effective implementation of therapeutic treatment plans and program expectations.

Model positive behaviors and encourage development of healthy life skills including homework, chores, food preparation, recreation, and individualized treatment goals.

Participate in meetings and shift changes to ensure smooth operations.

Lead group meetings or interactions as assigned by leadership.

Communicate with leadership to ensure youth needs are addressed, including clothing, supplies, and inventory.

Implement crisis prevention and management techniques as needed.

Administer medications as required, following medical team guidelines.

Transport youth to school, community outings, and appointments.

Serve as a role model, promoting an environment that fosters hope, motivation, and resilience.

Supervise, plan, and adapt activities as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED with experience in Human Services or related field.

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field is preferred.

Reliable transportation and collision insurance to cover transport of clients.

Additional Qualifications:

Knowledge of confidentiality laws governing the treatment of substance use and mental health disorders.

Ability to establish rapport with clients and communicate effectively.

Strong multitasking and prioritization skills.

Demonstrated leadership ability.

Ability to contribute to curricula development.
 

Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.