Shelter Manager Job Baytown area,Texas USA,Social Work

Academic Requirements

Required:

Associate degree or bachelor’s degree or undergraduate degree from an accredited program/university preferably in social work, psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or a related field of study.
Preferred:
Graduate degree from an accredited program/university in a related field.

Certifications

First aid
CPR
Emergency behavior intervention

Work Experience

Required:

Minimum of one year of related experience and/or training.
Preferred:
Two or more years of related experience and/or training.

Language Requirements

Fluent in Spanish and English.

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables

Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards applicable to this position.

Supervise development of shift schedules and staff assignments.

Monitor zone supervisors to ensure daily progress and activities are documented 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 the employee handbook, including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with the required dress code at all times.

Other Responsibilities

Supervise zone supervisors assigned to this position to ensure staffing levels meet each child’s physical, social, emotional, educational, and recreational needs and comply with contract and regulatory standards and requirements.

Schedule appointments for children and follow-up to ensure each child’s essential needs are met.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with personnel and/or other professionals, including law enforcement officials, judicial officials, legal resources, medical professionals, and other community resources.

Regularly observe and evaluate buildings, grounds, equipment, staff, children, vehicles, and other program resources and address issues and problems as needed.

Frequently traverse from one area of the physical plant to another.

Communicate effectively in writing and verbally in English and Spanish.

Meet all pre-determined deadlines required by program supervisor and federal partners.

Requirements

Pass a pre‑employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.

Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.

Pass a pre‑employment and biennial criminal background checks.

Demonstrate the ability to:

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.

Vaccination Policy

Compass Connections is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). A condition of employment is an annual influenza vaccination or an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation. All new hires must provide proof.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons.

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