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S:US

Provides services for homelessness, mental health

Shift Supervisor - Homeless Services

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBrooklyn, NY, USA$47.9k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least 2 years of experience in security or building maintenance is required.
  • Ability to provide crisis intervention using sound interpersonal skills, maturity, and responsibility is required.
  • Experience in office management and/or staff supervision is required.
  • Experience working in a large residential or institutional setting with a special-needs population is required.
  • Strong writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
  • F-80 certification is required within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct ongoing individual supervisory meetings; perform building inspections; provide ongoing feedback regarding job performance; coordinate work schedules, timesheets, time-off requests, and work assignments; evaluate paperwork and documentation, including Security Log and Maintenance Work Order Log books; and coordinate security and maintenance staff training, development, and evaluation. Fulfill residential aide and/or custodial duties in their absence when required.
  • Coordinate the fire safety plan and train staff on fire safety procedures and building evacuation.
  • Coordinate monthly fire drills and maintain fire drill logs.
  • Conduct periodic building inspections for fire safety hazards or violations and inspect fire-prevention systems, including the centralized fire alarm panel, sprinkler system, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers.
  • Coordinate servicing and document service and inspections of fire safety equipment.
  • Provide new program clients with written fire safety and prevention information.
  • Complete transfer paperwork, client intakes, and incident reports; maintain visitor log books, vehicle sign-out sheets, the CARES roster and bedding records, and mail logs; and correspond by email.
  • Establish and maintain appropriate staff/client boundaries and direct clients to appropriate staff or departments to address their needs.
  • Communicate incidents, client observations, and interactions to the Facility Manager, Case Managers, Senior Case Managers, Director of Social Services, and Program Director as needed.
  • Assist with new family arrivals and apartment turnovers, and complete intakes and program orientation.
  • Monitor client behavior for compliance with House Rules, Program Policies, and Procedures.
  • Monitor the facility's interior and exterior to ensure client safety, prevent damage or theft of agency property, and prevent fire or other emergency or crisis situations.
  • Clean program areas before or after use when required.
  • Assist with move-outs, curfew violators, and new residents, and complete intakes with new residents.
  • Guide clients in proper upkeep of living quarters, personal hygiene and grooming, appropriate attire, attendance at meals and in-house workshops, and participation in other support service activities.
  • Maintain, prepare, and distribute hygiene supplies, donations, and living supplies to clients.
  • Drive the program vehicle to transport shelter residents to and from appointments, housing interviews, job interviews, training sites, and partner organizations as assigned.
  • Conduct periodic building and grounds inspections and report findings to the Facility Manager.
  • Respond to crisis and emergency situations and contact appropriate authorities as needed.
  • Participate in ongoing individual supervision, team meetings, and training as appropriate.
  • Adhere to the on-call system to facilitate crisis intervention, emergencies, and other situations requiring immediate action.
  • Maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Work weekend and evening hours and take additional shifts as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

  • A New York State driver's license is preferred.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish speaking ability is preferred.

About the Company

S:US

Provides services for homelessness, mental health

S:US provides services and advocacy for underserved New Yorkers who face homelessness, developmental disabilities, behavioral health and addiction challenges, poverty, criminal justice involvement, and trauma. It delivers direct, tailored supports in NYC and Long Island through housing assistance, health and behavioral services, case management, and community programs to help people achieve stability. The organization combines long-term advocacy with a broad set of programs across housing, health, crisis intervention, and justice issues, supported by decades of experience and about 1,800 staff. Its goal is to empower people to lead lives of purpose, improve neighborhoods, and break the cycle of poverty for current and future generations.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1978

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