The Nest Housing Supervisor

Description

• JOB TITLE: The Nest Housing Supervisor
• REPORTS TO: Senior Housing Program Manager
• SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday (9:00am -5:30pm)

LOCATION: Inglewood, CA

• STATUS: Full-time, 40 hrs/wk, Exempt
• CELL PHONE: Reimbursement for use
• DRIVER POSITION: Yes [ If yes, see driving policy below]
• SALARY RANGE: $68,640 - $68,640 Annually

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is opening more housing! We're expanding to provide safe, supportive housing for youth in our community. Join us as we take this next step in our mission!

About Us:

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability so that they can thrive, not just survive. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs. 

SPY is a unique social impact agency that is committed to overcoming structural barriers to equity, community collaboration, and innovative youth-focused programming. If you have the skills, passion and collaborative spirit, join our growing team of over 100 employees.

SPY strives to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including (but by no means limited to) racial, ethnic, gender identity and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change. We explicitly seek applications from those who self-identify as coming from historically marginalized populations to enrich and elevate our equity-centered approach to problem-solving.

About The Role:

The Transitional Housing Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring day-to-day work flow across SPY’s transitional housing sites. They will be responsible for overseeing services and operations of the transitional programs operating out of different sites in Mar Vista, Inglewood, and Westwood. They will supervise a dynamic team of resident coordinators and case managers. They will ensure the sites and programs are in compliance, maintain quality assurance, and outcomes. They will directly supervise SPY’s transitional housing programs Roots to Grow and The Nest Family Housing. Roots to Grow is a transitional housing program operated in partnership with Venice Community Housing. Our two sites can house up to 20 transitional age youth (TAY; ages 18-24). The Nest Family Housing program provides wraparound services and housing to TAY pregnant and parenting families out of 2 sites. The Transitional Housing Supervisor will also be responsible for managing and administering site inspections and program audits, including ensuring the health and safety of individuals onsite. They will build relationships with community agencies to increase access to resources and partner collaboration.

What You’Ll Do:

• Develop policies, procedures, and any necessary program documents needed in alignment with the contract and scope of required services
• Provide high quality trauma informed services for youth and families
• Develop and implement programs specialized for pregnant and parenting youth
• Ensure compliance and quality assurance in accordance with partnership agreements, contracts, and other requirements
• Manage program budgets and adhere to financial guidelines and funding requirements; tracking and monitoring program expenses regularly
• Ensure program outcomes are being achieved in accordance with program timelines
• Oversee daily site operations and program activities
• Support team to organize and facilitate events, workshops, and activities
• Provide trauma informed supervision and culturally responsive leadership to teams
• Manage and monitor data entry and youth files; ensure HMIS and internal data systems are accurate and updated
• Complete required reports as assigned
• Collaborate interdepartmentally and across SPY’s programs
• Attend all assigned internal and external meetings
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the organization
• Respond to and manage crisis situations as needed
• Rotate on the after-hours crisis phone
• Ensure Children’s development needs are assessed and addressed by coordinating screenings, referrals and supportive services in partnership with Allies for Every Child and other providers
• Ensure delivery of parenting, life skills, and family-centered programming that supports pregnant and parenting youth in achieving stability and fostering healthy parent–child relationships
• Oversee implementation of housing-related supports to ensure residents receive services that promote safety, stability, and long-term housing readiness
• Provide training and coaching to staff on best practices in working with pregnant and parenting youth, trauma-informed care, and housing stabilization

Requirements

What You’Ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is preferred. Related work or lived experience will be strongly considered in place of or in addition to a Bachelor’s degree.
• 2+ years of experience providing direct services to high-risk transitional age youth is required.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience and managing a team is required.
• Expertise in child development and working with families and parenting youth strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of child and adolescent social, emotional, and cognitive development, trauma informed care, and harm reduction service models
• Work within legal and ethical guidelines
• Flexibility with schedule based on program needs
• Commitment and passion for the mission, vision, values and culture of SPY
• A self-starter who is prepared to drive innovative solutions
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• An ability to work in a fast paced environment that requires effective collaboration 
• A valid California driver’s license, auto insurance, and the ability to transport youth
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive
• Ability to install and use workplace apps on your phone, including Zoom, Slack, and Google apps

Work Environment And Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors.
• Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary- up to 15-20 pounds at times.

Special Conditions:

Mandated Reporting Requirements: The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: Effective August 9, 2021, the State Health Officer has mandated that all workers, paid or unpaid, in homeless services organizations must provide proof of vaccination. If eligible for a booster shot, proof of booster is also required. If not fully vaccinated, weekly COVID-19 testing is necessary depending on the program. Please submit proof of vaccination to HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, please get in touch with HR at the same email address. It's important to note that these accommodations are limited.

Driver Positions:

Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. Examples of an unsatisfactory driving record include:

• Suspended or revoked license
• Three or more moving violations in the past 36 months
• Any violations, including drugs, alcohol, controlled substances, within the past 24 months
• Reckless driving, including hit and runs, within the past 24 months
• At fault accidents, resulting in fatality or serious injury, within the past 5 years

The motor vehicle record will need to include a review of all states listed on the individual's employment application and resume. See instructions on obtaining your driving record below:

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/

For driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.

NOTE: All staff members will be considered introductory employees for the first three months of employment and will not be considered regular employees until the conclusion of this period. SPY reserves the right to extend an employee’s introductory period. In no way does the expiration of this introductory period change the fact that all employees are at-will. It is the supervisor’s responsibility to orient the employee and to communicate the expectations of the supervisor and SPY, as well as to evaluate whether the employee has the necessary level of skill, job knowledge, motivation, and attitude to become a regular member of the SPY staff. New employees are also encouraged to seek guidance and assistance during this period. Employees who fail to demonstrate the expected commitment, performance and attitude may be terminated at any time during the introductory period. However, completion of the introductory period does not change or alter the “at-will” employment status. Employees continue to have the right to terminate their employment/business relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and SPY has the same right. The organization, in its sole discretion, may change the job duties, responsibilities and assignments of any position, at any time.

Benefits & Perks:

Safe Place for Youth offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health coverage, 403b with agency contribution, and vacation/sick time. We also offer unique perks including weekly meditation/mindfulness and professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth. 

Eeo Statement:

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law. 

Safe Place for Youth is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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