Temp Shift Supervisor-CWSP Mt. View P/T (78288)

Position:  Temporary Shift Supervisor

Location:  Cold Weather Shelter Program, Mountain View

Reports to: Program Manager

Shift: Swing/Overnight

Employment Type: Temporary, Full Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation:  $38.47 Hourly

This is a temporary non-benefited role for the term of the program from current month thru April 2025. These dates are subject to a slight change in the dates due to program needs.

ABOUT HOMEFIRST

Established in 1980, HomeFirst™ is a nonprofit organization passionately working to end homelessness. We serve the Bay Area community through low-barrier programming and systems leadership – meeting each person where they are by offering support and resources that address immediate and long-term housing needs. With nearly 45 years of experience, we view housing as a fundamental human right and understand that solving homelessness requires a collaborative effort.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Cold Weather Shelter Program offers a safe environment for women and families in Mountain View during the winter season. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for the overall day-to-day Emergency Shelter operations and supervision of Resident Advocates/Resident Coordinators. They ensure program compliance and service delivery standards are met while fostering a safe and welcoming environment. They also ensure participant, staff and guest safety through regular check-ins and monitoring of the site grounds and shelter floor.

Ideal candidates are knowledgeable and sensitive to the needs of our unhoused populations. Enjoy practicing a strength-based approach in fast paced and rapidly changing environments. Are welcoming and accepting of all backgrounds and beliefs without judgment or bias. Utilize highly developed communication skills, including demonstrated ability to effectively de-escalate and manage, including those who may be experiencing serious mental illness or may be intoxicated.

HomeFirst is a culturally diverse company in a similarly diverse community, and the Shift Supervisor desires to work with people from a variety of social and economic backgrounds. To that end, the Shift Supervisor  cultivates a connected and mutually supportive team.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This role reports to the Program Manager.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Client Service (90%)  

• Works collaboratively with Program Manager to ensure service delivery standards are met
• Responsible for the care, safety, Security and supervision of program participants, guests, and staff
• Supports and oversees basic safety and security for participant, guests and staff
• Implement and enforce shelter guidelines and site rules for program participants
• Assist with administrative duties to support the Program Manager, including referrals and intakes, preparing reports, creating schedules, and securing coverage
• Review and approve schedules, PTO requests and timecards
• Assist with interviewing, recruiting, and onboarding staff
• Ensure the minimum staffing requirements per shift are met
• Participate in staff progressive discipline including development of Corrective Action Plans
• Ensure incident reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner
• Welcome guests to the facility, including program participants, volunteers, st