Overnight Housing Supervisor at Orangewood Foundation

Santa Ana, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Crisis Management, Teamwork, Communication, Empathy, Flexibility, Leadership, Problem Solving, Data Management, Budget Management, Training, Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Safety Planning, Documentation, Youth Engagement

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description ABOUT THE COMPANY Our Mission: Since 1981, the Orangewood Foundation has passionately advocated for young people facing foster care, homelessness, and trafficking. Our mission is to empower these individuals by supporting the futures they envision, providing dedicated one-on-one support to help them achieve their dreams and goals. Our Programs & Services: We provide programs and services in four essential areas: Basic Needs & Support, Education, Life Skills & Employment, and Transitional Housing & Support. Our Vision: A community where every young person thrives. This is our long-term goal for young people in Orange County. We embody this goal every time we talk to a young person, a volunteer, a community member, and to each other. Our Commitment: Equal Opportunity Employer, Flexible Scheduling, Powerful Teamwork, Personal Fulfillment, Thriving Community, Professional Development, Mental & Physical Wellness, Competitive Compensation Our Values: At Orangewood, recently ranked #27 in Best Places to Work 2025, we take pride in fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture. We ask all staff to uphold the following core values: Trust, Respect, Empathy, Inclusion, and Advocacy JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Overnight Housing Supervisor Employment Classification: Full Time; Salary; Exempt (Tuesday-Saturday 6PM-2:30AM) Reports to: Manager of Housing Department: Programs Program Summary: Our multi-site Housing programs serve young adults (18-25) utilizing a trauma informed, harm reduction approach to help youth attain life skills and self-sufficiency based on their individualized goals. The program aims to provide safety and shelter, while promoting the self determination of youth experiencing homelessness, including those who are unstably or unsafely housed– while considering their identity, past experiences, or system involvement. Our Youth Connected Program includes a foster family agency, school dormitory, and mental health services in coordination with government agencies and collaborative partners. The setting is a family-style school dormitory for foster youth, 7th-12th grade, with medical, behavioral, academic and /or mental health needs. When considering this job opportunity, please be aware that the role may involve high stress levels due to mitigating participant crises and potential exposure to vicarious trauma. It is essential to prioritize self-care and seek appropriate support when needed. Requirements Major Areas of Responsibility: Supervises and manages overnight staff, including assigning general work duties and responsibilities, scheduling overnight staff to ensure proper coverage at all sites. Provides observations, consultation, and training to overnight program staff. Understand the needs of each program and ensure that youth and young adults have support during the overnight hours, particularly during any urgent/emergency situation. Able to complete the tasks of overnight staff (maintenance of facility, inventory and ordering of supplies, food preparation, supporting with urgent transportation needs, safety planning, and bed checks, etc.) Support the implementation of the program’s treatment planning, including reviewing case documentation and other documents prepared and submitted by staff. Reviews program data and is responsible for the accuracy and reporting of incidents, according to standard reporting guidelines. Ensures compliance with local, contract, or licensure requirements for the program. Able to pivot quickly based on the needs of each program. Additional duties as assigned by direct supervisor. Knowledge, Skill, and Experience Requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred OR 4-8 years equivalent work experience. Minimum 4 years’ experience with increased responsibility in the human services field, higher education, working with homeless transitional age youth, current and former foster youth, counseling, or relevant experience. 1-2 years direct supervisory experience of personnel. Ability to think creatively and assess for system improvements. Ability to hire, manage, and develop people. Ability to hire qualified overnight staff who demonstrate reliability, empathy, and the ability to work effectively with youth who have experienced trauma, homelessness, or system involvement. Provide consistent support to help overnight staff to ensure the safety, stability, and growth of residents during evening and overnight hours. Ability to set clear, measurable expectations for overnight staff performance, including resident engagement, documentation, and facility oversight. Promotes teamwork, communication, and a sense of belonging within the overnight shift, recognizing the unique challenges of overnight work. Identifies strengths and builds staff capacity through individualized coaching and development opportunities Manage with data. Develop and maintains effective working relationships with stakeholders. Takes initiative and works autonomously. Understands contracts and grants and how to execute on service deliverables Working knowledge of how to manage a program budget. Ability to manage a crisis and deploy resources as needed. Possess a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. Position requires DMV clearance. Pre-employment screenings include criminal background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, and previous employment verification. A Plum.io assessment is a required part of the application process, and your application will be reviewed after assessment submission. Visit this link to learn more https://www.plum.io/about Essential Qualities: Understanding of and passion for the Foundation’s mission, vision, and values. Demonstrates operating principles of communication and teamwork. Displays the essential attitudes by approaching projects, activities and other job functions with flexibility and a positive attitude. Displays ethical decision-making ability and confidentiality. Models leadership and professionalism. Ability to multi-task and maintain organization. Must be a detail-oriented team player with the ability to take initiative. Enjoys working directly with youth, volunteers, community partners, etc. Passion for and enjoys working directly with TAY population. Working Environment/Physical Requirements: Transitional Housing Sites: Sites include two story homes, and apartments with stairs, with no elevator access. Youth Connected: Family-style, multi-level dormitory for foster youth and probation youth, 7th-12th grade, with medical, behavioral, mental health needs, and the potential for verbal and physical threats. Supervisor is subject to outside environmental conditions occasionally, inside conditions frequently, with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The work includes constant interruptions in an environment of moderate to high noise level. Supervisor must be able to safely drive vehicles transporting one or more youth in an urgent situation, with potential for heavy, prolonged traffic (more than one hour each way). Frequent carrying, up to 25 pounds. Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, and squatting. Frequent climbing of stairs (in a three-story dormitory) Normal or corrected vision needed for driving, supervision of youth, observation of discrete skills, and documentation. Normal or corrected hearing to ensure proper supervision and dorm safety. Normal sense of smell to detect youth hygiene issues, and environmental safety issues. Normal ability to speak to teach skills, give feedback, discuss strategies, and converse on telephone. Work occasionally requires exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Position will require use of personal vehicle. Modification to work schedule may be made based on needs of the Foundation (including but not limited to mandatory daytime training, or managerial meetings). EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Benefits: Medical – Blue Shield HMO & PPO + HRA Delta Dental Vision (EyeMed Network) FSA – Healthcare & Dependent Care Mental Health through Headspace (virtual & in person therapy included) EAP – through Umum & Headspace Life/Disability/Accident/Critical Illness Pet Insurance 403b with company match Cell Phone Stipend Time-off Benefits: 5 Sick Days per year Up to 3 Floating Holidays per year Year one - 15 Days of PTO accrued at 5 hours per pay period 13 Company Paid Holidays Orangewood Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hair styles such as braids, locks, and twists), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including individuals who are transgender and/or transitioning), gender expression, age, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military and veteran status, or any other protected group, in accordance with all applicable federal or State laws.

Responsibilities

The Overnight Housing Supervisor supervises and manages overnight staff, ensuring proper coverage and support for youth during overnight hours. They are responsible for implementing treatment planning and ensuring compliance with program requirements.