Nest Resident Coordinator; PT Overnight

Description

JOB TITLE: The Nest Site Associate (PT) Overnight

REPORTS TO: The Nest Site Supervisor

SCHEDULE: Saturday-Sunday (11:00pm-7:30am)

LOCATION: Inglewood, CA, The Nest, On-site

STATUS: Part-Time, 16 hrs/wk, Non-exempt

DRIVER POSITION: Yes [If yes, see driving policy below]

SALARY RANGE: $22.00/hr

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. 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 values community collaboration and a deep commitment to youth well‑being. If you have the skills, passion, and collaborative spirit, join our growing team.

The Nest Site Associate is responsible for general oversight of the property, cleanliness, safety, and maintenance. Additionally, the Site Associate builds rapport with youth, provides advocacy, coordinates activities/workshops/events, outreach, and provides crisis intervention and conflict management. The Nest Site Associate works closely with each resident to provide guidance and coaching on long‑term daily living skills, and other identified needs. Together, the team prepares and supports our youth for successful independent living and self‑sufficiency.

• The Nest Site Associate meets with each youth on‑site weekly to conduct room, developmental, and safety checks. While also hosting housing meetings to provide updates and mediations to other residents in the home, while also facilitating life‑skills events.
• Facilitate regular room check sessions with youth, incorporating harm reduction, trauma‑informed care, and housing‑first approaches, including needs assessments, psychoeducation, advocacy, and referrals.
• Monitor and document resident safety, child well‑being, and overall progress through structured tools and ongoing observation.
• Provide crisis intervention, de‑escalation, mediation, and conflict resolution support as needed.
• Build rapport with residents using a trauma‑informed, youth‑centered approach while promoting accountability and restorative practices.
• Coordinate and facilitate life‑skills workshops, programming, youth meetings, and community‑building activities.
• Support all aspects of program operations, including intakes, move‑ins, exits, and preparation of resident spaces and documentation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress notes, incident reports, program logs, and data entry in HMIS and internal trackers.
• Oversee daily site operations, ensuring safety, cleanliness, organization, and adherence to house expectations.
• Conduct routine house inspections and manage inventory of supplies, including food, cleaning items, and program materials.
• Coordinate food resources, including meal support and pantry access for residents.
• Maintain and update community resources, provide referrals, and coordinate services with external partners and volunteers.
• Collaborate with internal teams and departments to ensure continuity of care and effective service delivery.
• Schedule and support transportation for residents to appointments, services, and activities; transport residents as authorized.
• Participate in internal and external meetings, committees, trainings, and emergency preparedness activities (e.g., drills).
• Assist with program reporting, outcome tracking, and data collection requirements.
• Perform site‑related errands (e.g., supply pick‑ups) and support overall program needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in alignment with program and organizational needs, including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

• B.A. or B.S. in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in homeless services, counseling, or related experience; or in place of a degree.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience is preferred. (preferably with transitional‑aged youth)
• Familiarity…