Job Title: Shift Supervisor

FLSA Status: Full Time - non-exempt 
Reports to: Program Manager

Rate of Pay:$24.45

Closing Date:08/21/2024

Benefits: Standard; Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following: 

Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire) Vacation benefit – 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment) One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment) Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service) Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)

Function

The Shift Supervisor is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations facilities including congregate and non-congregate settings. The primary responsibility of this position is providing leadership and supervision to the staff, volunteers, and clients during the evening and overnight, including training, safety, policies and procedures, and personnel related items. The shift supervisor is a representative of The Salvation Army, at all assigned and appropriate community meetings and activities. The individual in this position will seek insights and understanding of the people we serve, to determine the needs we may address and to aid people in changing the pattern of their lives to function more effectively in society.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Shift Supervisor’s core activities through DMSS will include:

 Assist the program leadership in the day-to-day operations of the shelter.  Provide direct oversight to the shelter staff, volunteers, and clients, including training, safety, policies and procedures, HR and personnel related items, and scheduling, bringing items of concern to the attention of the Associate Administrator.  Report any incidents or concerns to program leadership, completing required paperwork and reporting requirements.  Work shifts in the shelter as outlined in the schedule and when staff are unavailable.  In coordination with the Program Supervisor, Program Director and DHQ Social Services staff, maintain client record files and correlates client’s reports (including inactive files).  Perform the duties, in accordance with The Salvation Army guidelines, and under direction in the event that other key personnel are absent.  Work to support Case Management programs as directed.  Exercise initiative and judgement in approaching problems and creating realistic solutions in the shelter.  Maintain on-going professional relationship in all interpersonal contacts (note confidentiality requirements).  Assist program leadership in participating in public relations activities, ensuring that such PR is cleared through the appropriate channels.  Assist program leadership in planning and implementing continuing education for staff and appropriate clients.  Provide inside and outside security and safety of the building, as well as the shelter population.  Know and enforce facility rules.  Maintain all program materials in an appropriate manner.  Provide information and referral to social service programs or refer to appropriate staff as needed.  Coordinate cleanup of facility both inside and outside as assigned.  Ensure that all The Salvation Army policies are observed.  Attend all meetings assigned.  Other duties as assigned. This description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities as well as other tasks not stated in this position description.

 

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications

High School diploma or G.E.D. required. Work experience commensurate with the duties and responsibilities preferred. If the position requires driving: A minimum age of 21 (for insurance provision) and possession of a valid in-state driver’s license is required. An MVR will be processed every year in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies. Background Check Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.

 

Physical Requirements

 

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

 

A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.

 

The Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, and international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is the preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.