Shift Supervisor - East Harlem Safe Haven

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

403(b) plan

Tuition assistance

Career advancement

Mission-driven team

Job summary

BOWERY RESIDENTS' COMMITTEE seeks a Shift Supervisor to lead frontline staff, maintain shelter operations, and ensure safety, policies, and documentation standards are followed.

Responsibilities include supervising Community Technicians, overseeing daily shelter operations, and maintaining accurate records. Strong leadership, a background in shelters, and First Aid/CPR certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in homeless shelters or similar settings preferred.
• At least one year of supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Knowledge of addiction and recovery processes.
• Strong computer literacy and documentation skills.
• First Aid and Fire Safety certifications required (or willingness to obtain).
• CPR certification required (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Supervise Community Technicians and operations support staff.
• Oversee daily shelter operations, ensuring safety, security, and fire safety compliance.
• Ensure staff follow all agency policies, procedures, and documentation standards.
• Review and maintain accurate records, reports, and clinical notes.
• Respond to incidents and provide guidance to staff as needed.
• Participate in weekly program and leadership meetings.
• Provide emergency First Aid/CPR assistance when required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Documentation skills

First Aid

Fire Safety

CPR

Addiction recovery knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Documentation software

Job description

Make a Difference Every Shift

Join BRC in a leadership role that helps ensure safety, stability, and support for individuals experiencing homelessness. As a Shift Supervisor, you’ll oversee frontline staff, maintain shelter operations, and ensure policies and safety procedures are followed.

Shift Supervisor

Full-Time | 37.5 hrs/week

Make a Difference Every Shift

Join BRC in a leadership role that helps ensure safety, stability, and support for individuals experiencing homelessness. As a Shift Supervisor, you’ll oversee frontline staff, maintain shelter operations, and ensure policies and safety procedures are followed.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise Community Technicians and operations support staff
• Oversee daily shelter operations, ensuring safety, security, and fire safety compliance
• Ensure staff follow all agency policies, procedures, and documentation standards
• Review and maintain accurate records, reports, and clinical notes
• Respond to incidents and provide guidance to staff as needed
• Participate in weekly program and leadership meetings
• Provide emergency First Aid/CPR assistance when required
• Perform related duties as assigned

Schedule

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Programs operate 24/7; various morning, evening, and overnight schedules available

Who We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working in homeless shelters or similar settings preferred
• At least one year of supervisory or lead experience preferred
• Knowledge of addiction and recovery processes
• Strong computer literacy and documentation skills
• First Aid and Fire Safety certifications required (or willingness to obtain)
• CPR certification required (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer

• Health insurance and paid sick time start day one
• 3+ weeks paid vacation, 12 holidays, plus sick and personal time
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition assistance and career advancement opportunities
• Work with a mission-driven team committed to staff wellbeing