Shift Supervisor at ECKERD YOUTH ALTERNATIVES INC

Laredo, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Dormitory management, Supervision, Staff training, Counseling techniques, Crisis management, Administrative duties, Communication, Conflict resolution, Student development, Safety compliance, First aid, CPR, AED, Leadership, Record keeping

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others. Make more than a Living, Make a Difference Our Benefits: * Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance * 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year * 11 paid holidays * Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5% * Flexible spending accounts * Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability * Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance * Voluntary term life insurance * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer * PTO Exchange Duties and Responsibilities: * The Shift Supervisor reports to the Social Development Director and is a salaried, exempt position. * The Shift Supervisor supervises Dorm Coordinators and Residential Advisors. * Directs and controls all phases of assigned group living area including the center's dormitory career preparatory program. * Supervise and control group living conditions, evaluate situations and conditions within the dormitory, make decisions or recommendations, and ensure a safe, clean, sanitary, orderly, comfortable, attractive, and productive living environment for students. * The Shift Supervisor perform administrative duties, e.g., Student Passes, leaves, evaluations, progress, emergencies, termination, etc. * Assists students in adjusting to Center life and making necessary behavior changes that will help build social development skills to enhance their ability to obtain employment and maintain a career. * Communicates with students' families as required to solve problems and assure students' well-being. * Coordinates activities of dormitory, e.g., recreation and entertainment on and off-center, dorm competitions, dorm court, as vital to student social development and career preparation/orientation. * Train, direct and evaluation of assigned staff. Provides input to Social Development Director regarding staff performance for appraisal. * Facilitates small group training sessions on social, life, and independent living and employability skills. Qualifications: * Associate of Arts degree or two (2) years of work-related experience preferred. * One year of experience in dormitory management or work-related field working with at- risk youth preferred. * Prefer Job Corps experience and one year of Supervisory experience. * Able to complete all mandated training requirements per government and management directives. * Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred. * Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy. * Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check. Additional Requirements: Knowledge of counseling techniques. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with disadvantaged youth. Must obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid/AED certification. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Able to read email daily and reply to messages in a timely manner based on urgency and importance. Knowledge of education and vocational training programs, and local social service and community assistance resources. Ability to inspire and motivate staff and students. *This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified. About our Program Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment. Connect with Us video: https://vimeo.com/1061358460 Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/ Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact adarequest@eckerd.org. Relay Services Dial 711. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Copy & paste the link into your browser: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

The Shift Supervisor directs all phases of the assigned group living area and supervises Dorm Coordinators and Residential Advisors. They ensure a safe, orderly environment while facilitating training sessions on life and employability skills for students.