The Center for Youth Services, Inc. is hiring: Overnight Emergency Shelter Super

Schedule and Work Hours

Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 10pm-6am; Wednesday: 8am-6pm. 38 hours per week with three overnight shifts and one day shift.

Overview

The Counseling and Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Department provides a continuum of essential services to the most vulnerable youth in our community, including two crisis nurseries, an emergency shelter, permanent and transitional housing, a food and clothing pantry, street outreach, and support for minor victims of commercial sexual exploitation.

Essential Functions and Example of Duties

• Administrative Responsibilities:
  • Assist leadership team with oversight of Overnight Emergency Shelter Counselors (screening, hiring, orientation, professional development, mentoring).
  • Provide individual and group supervision to overnight staff.
  • Team with other RHY programs.
  • Quality assurance for program and client.
  • Consultation for program and client.
  • Pursue professional development.
  • Supervise daily/nightly program.
  • Oversee overnight shelter schedule, approve PTO and arrange coverage.
• Direct Service Responsibilities:
  • Ensure a respectful, cooperative environment.
  • Maintain client confidentiality as per agency policies.
  • Prevention/intervention of crisis and conflict resolution.
  • Promote teamwork with daytime Emergency Shelter Counselors.
  • Participate in individual and group supervision.
  • Assist with data entry and maintenance of client files.
  • Provide individual counseling and mentoring.
  • Maintain facility and grounds.
  • After-hours intake, assessment, information, and referral.
  • Transport clients as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Employment Guidelines

• Candidates must be: Youth-friendly and positive; Calm and objective in crisis situations; Sensitive to cultural issues; Able to establish positive relationships; Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Candidates must possess knowledge of: Positive youth development; Counseling approaches and techniques; Adolescent development and issues; Residential services; Group facilitation and training methods; Community resources; Crisis prevention/intervention skills; Verbal and written communication; Time management; Multi-tasking; Social, recreational activities; Meal preparation, housekeeping and facility maintenance; Group and individual supervision techniques; Implementation and enforcement of agency policy and procedures; Office 365; Data collection, outcome measurement, and reporting.
• Mandatory: Valid NYS driver's license; Acceptable driving record; Regular access to motor vehicle; Automobile insurance meeting specified limits; Telephone.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a human services related field AND minimum 3 years of supervisory experience AND 2 years’ experience working with adolescents, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.

Salary: $23.5 - $25.5 per hour