Night-Shift Residential Youth Support Specialist

PLC - progressing life in the community; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Life Center, Inc. (PLC) in the District of Columbia and surrounding Maryland seeks a dedicated Program Supervisor for its Semi-Independent Living program serving youth ages 18–21 in Prince George’s County, MD.

You will play a key role in safety, housing operations, and coordination with the Program Director to support youth toward independence. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma plus 4 years relevant experience, prefer a bachelor's in social services, and hold CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of demonstrated success working with abused, neglected, and/or at-risk youth and their families.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or other related human services discipline from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with street-wise and system savvy youths.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and their families.
• Effective oral and writing skills.
• Certified in CPR/First Aid.
• Knowledge of databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work a flex schedule to accommodate the life skills needs of youth.
• Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and ability to travel within the Washington Metropolitan area.
• Certificate in NTU™ Service Delivery Model within one (1) year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety checks during evening hours for scattered sites to ensure youth well-being.
• Perform daily apartment inspections and provide emergency support as needed.
• Offer transportation assistance, if required.
• Maintain regular communication with the Program Director on-call.
• Maintain safety inspection log.
• Report safety concerns to the Program Director.
• Document inspection violations and incidents within 24–48 hours.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Oral communication

Written communication

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related human services

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Progressive Life Center, Inc. (PLC) in the District of Columbia and surrounding Maryland seeks a dedicated Program Supervisor for its Semi-Independent Living program serving youth ages 18–21 in Prince George’s County, MD.

You will play a key role in safety, housing operations, and coordination with the Program Director to support youth toward independence. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma plus 4 years relevant experience, prefer a bachelor's in social services, and hold CPR/First Aid.