Resident Support Specialist Supervisor

Community Housing Innovations•Commack, NY

15h•$24 - $50,003

About The Position

CHI is looking for a full-time Resident Support Specialist Supervisor for our Commack location. You will be responsible for all aspects of management for Resident Support Specialist staff within emergency housing programs. Ensuring that quality services are provided effectively and in accordance with guidelines established by CHI, OTDA, Suffolk County Department of Social Services, and other funding sources as appropriate.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
2+ years’ experience providing management services or experience in a human services field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in English required. Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.
Basic competency in MS Windows, MS Office, and internet usage.
Ability to tour properties, walk distances, climb stairs, etc.
Ability to prioritize, make appropriate decisions and judgment calls.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team, be highly organized, assume responsibility, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, multitask, be flexible, and maintain a high level of attention to details.
Must be even-tempered, have good negotiation skills, and the ability to meet unexpected deadlines.
Effective time management skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Bi-lingual (Spanish)

Responsibilities

Provide consistent supervision and support for all Resident Support Specialist staff.
Conduct 1 to 1 meetings with members of your team and update the performance goals, accomplishments, notes, and feedback in Paycom on a regular basis (weekly/bi-weekly).
Ensure RSS staff are up to date and in compliance with all required trainings. Provides on-site training and feedback as needed.
Responsible for scheduling and coverage of RSS shifts at location.
Act as a liaison for CHI by implementing timely and effective communication with outside entities.
De-escalate potential crisis situations and document all situations and interventions.
Audit logs, incident reports, and all other required documentation to ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Provides guidance on appropriate documentation to RSS staff.
Conduct fire drills and evacuate the building when necessary.
Ensure that the program is providing quality services and is compliant with program requirements.
Educate clients about the program policies and procedures.
Prevent loss of income to CHI as a result of vacancy loss and lost shelter payments, property, etc.
Assist the management team in communication as well as being an on-call supervisor.

Benefits

Paid time off
2 personal days awarded annually
Health insurance and health reimbursement account
Dental and vision plans
Flexible spending account
AFLAC supplemental insurance
Voluntary plans
Dependent Care Spending Account
Working Advantage- Employee Perks
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Monthly trainings and career development plans
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOE)
Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This commitment applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, training, assignments, benefits, employee activities, termination, access to facilities, and programs, and all other terms and conditions of employment as well as general treatment during employment.