Description

Position Summary

The Coordinator of Student Affairs roles is responsible for day-to-day operations of the school in a safe and effective manner. The role also handles all student behavior modification issues and reports to the Executive Director.

Essential Job Duties

• Ensure the safety and supervision of all students in accordance with program operations policies and standards,
• Assist management with developing staff to achieve program objectives and long-term goals,
• Develop and maintain positive relationships in the community with key organizations and customer contacts,
• Develop and train staff members in AMIkids' philosophy of behavior modification,
• Facilitate and participate in staff meetings and staff training sessions,
• Role model and provide staff development and motivation through continuing education, training, and performance feedback,
• Assist in the implementation of new policies and procedures,
• Serve as advisor and positive role model for assigned students,
• Assist in the preparation for placement of graduating youth,
• Prevent and intervene in youth altercations and incidents, using the authorized state mandated training methods,
• Oversee and structure student activities (e.g. field trips and recreational activities) with the safety of the youth as a priority,
• Participate in and supervise overnight trips and occasional extended trips that may require sleeping in tents, boats, institutes, etc. under varying weather conditions and may require extended workdays and on-call status,
• Drive institute vehicles as required in accordance with the Vehicle Policy and transportation standards,
• Maintain repair and maintenance logs and inventory of program equipment,
• Write/provide required reports to appropriate parties (e.g. incident reports, attendance, court reports),
• Administer youth medication(s) in accordance with Rx orders and operation guidelines and standards,
• Administer first aid and CPR during emergencies in accordance with national standards,
• Conduct and practice emergency evacuation procedures,
• Assist with special projects and other duties as needed.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a related field,
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a related field, preferably working with youth; working within the Juvenile Justice System a plus,
• Obtain and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state requirements, ,
• Obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid Certification by nationally recognized organization,
• Travel may be required.