Interim Assistant Supervisor (Full-Time) | Adolescent Residential Treatment

Wedgwood Christian Services

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

403b with employer match

Medical dental and vision coverage

Health Savings & Flexible Spending

Life insurance

On site gym

Tuition discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wedgwood Christian Services is seeking an Interim Assistant Residential Home Supervisor to support a trauma-informed residential program for youth ages 10–16. The role coordinates daily operations, mentors staff, and helps ensure consistent, high-quality treatment and care within the Boelkins Program.

The position offers an interim full-time schedule with weekend/weekday shifts, and compensation ranging from $23.00 to $25.00 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field is required with youth treatment experience.
Associates degree plus 3 years youth treatment experience acceptable.
High School diploma plus 4 years direct care experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

Support oversight of daily operations within the residential home.
Assist in supervising, coaching, and developing Youth Treatment Specialists.
Oversee staff training progression and onboarding of new team members.
Provide guidance in implementing individualized treatment plans.
Maintain a safe, structured, therapeutic environment grounded in trauma-informed care.

Skills

Staff development experience

Trauma-informed care

Mentoring youth

Teaching training

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Associate degree with 3 years youth treatment experience

High School diploma with 4 years direct care experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Interim Assistant Residential Home Supervisor Full Time Residential Behavioral Health Boelkins Program Youth Ages 10 16 Please note This is an interim full time position to provide program support Upon conclusion of the position you would transition back to your previous role internal candidates or have the opportunity to apply to other available positions

Why Wedgwood

Since 1960 Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest mental health and behavioral health problems in West Michigan We serve children teens families and adults through residential care counseling services and community programs

Help Lead a Trauma Informed Residential Treatment Team

We are seeking an Interim Assistant Home Supervisor to support daily operations within our residential treatment program serving youth ages 10 16 in our Boelkins Program Many of the youth in our Boelkins Program have never experienced consistent safety or stability Healing begins with safety consistency and trusted relationships In this role you will work closely with the Residential Home Supervisor to guide staff support treatment implementation and help maintain a structured therapeutic home environment where youth can build resilience and move toward healing Youll serve as both a mentor to youth and a coach to staffreinforcing trauma informed care promoting consistency and helping ensure high quality treatment and support throughout the home If you are passionate about behavioral health trauma informed residential care staff development and supporting youth impacted by complex trauma we invite you to apply

Schedule

Every other weekend SaturdaySunday and 4 weekdays a combination of 1st and 2nd shift with 2 administrative days1st shift 7am3pm2nd shift 3pm11pm

Compensation

2300 2500hour

Comprehensive benefits package

What Youll Do

Support oversight of daily operations within the residential home
Assist in supervising coaching and developing Youth Treatment Specialists
Oversee staff training progression and support onboarding of new team members
Provide guidance in implementing individualized treatment plans
Help maintain a safe structured and therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model safety emotional intelligence open communication and social learning
Serve as a consistent positive role model and mentor to youth
Provide direct care supervision and support to residents
Assist with scheduling and staffing coordination to ensure appropriate coverage
Support goal worker development and training within the program
Engage in recreational activities and skill building opportunities with youth
Assist with meal preparation and maintaining a home like environment
Collaborate with clinical staff and leadership to ensure coordinated care
Model trauma informed approaches and support staff in applying them consistently
Ensure adherence to all agency policies procedures and licensing requirements

Background & Qualifications Required

A Bachelors degree in a related field from an accredited undergraduate college and a minimum of two 2 years of competent Youth Treatment experience
or an Associates degree and a minimum of three 3 years of competent Youth Treatment experience
or a High School diploma and a minimum or four 4 Years of competent Direct Care experience
At least 20 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Valid drivers license
At least 1 year of teaching training or staff development experience
Ability to lift 50 lbs and safely perform physical interventions when necessary
Ability to bend twist and support movement in a residential setting
Alignment with Wedgwoods Statement of Faith vision and values

Preferred Education