Shelter Manager

About the role

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world! If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

Responsibilities

• Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position.
• Supervise development of shift schedules and staff assignments.
• Monitor zone supervisors to ensure that daily progress and activities are documented completely and accurately and in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
• Assist with orientation of new children and staff.
• Provide input into development of treatment plans as appropriate.
• Maintain knowledge of positive child management techniques including verbal redirection, de-escalation, and containment.
• Plan, organize and supervise activities for children in accordance with the daily activity schedule.
• Maintain a secure campus environment by making rounds as required and using proper application of radio communication protocols including responding to all radio calls.
• Be a positive role model for the service population.
• Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requested by the position supervisor.
• Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the service population and program operations.
• Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.

Requirements

• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Associate degree or bachelor’s or undergraduate degree from an accredited program/university preferably in one of the following areas: social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or related field of study
• First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention certifications
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience and/or training
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment
• Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks
• Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from accredited program/university in a related field
• Two (2) plus years of related experience and/or training

Skills

• Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics
• Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals
• Provide crisis intervention according to training provided by Compass Connections when needed to maintain a safe environment
• Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times
• Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position
• Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures