Shift Supervisor (Full-Time) | Transitional Living Program

Wedgwood Christian Services

Grand Rapids (MI)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 33,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings & Flexible Spending

Employer-paid short- and long-term

Life insurance (up to 2x salary)

PSLF eligible employer

Pet Insurance

Legal Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

On-site gymnasium & 24-hour wellness

Beautiful on-campus walking trail

Tuition discounts through community

Job summary

Wedgwood Christian Services is seeking a Shift Supervisor for the Transitional Living Program in West Michigan. The role leads a trauma-informed residential treatment team serving adolescents (ages 15-18) and oversees daily operations to ensure high-quality care.

You will mentor staff, coordinate coverage, supervise documentation and medication administration, and support individualized treatment plans in a structured, therapeutic environment. A passion for youth advocacy is essential.

Qualifications

At least 20 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely perform physical interventions when necessary.
Ability to bend, twist, and support movement in a residential setting.
Alignment with Wedgwood’s Statement of Faith, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

Provide direction to direct care staff during assigned shifts.
Coordinate staff assignments to ensure appropriate coverage and effective treatment support.
Ensure completion of all shift responsibilities, including documentation, medication administration, and scheduled programming.
Support and guide staff in implementing individualized treatment plans.
Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and mentorship to promote staff development and team cohesion.
Assist with onboarding and training of new staff as assigned.
Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model® (safety, emotional intelligence, open communication, and social learning).
Build mentoring relationships with youth using trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches.

Skills

Leadership

Trauma-informed care

Staff coaching

Crisis intervention

Education

Social Work

Counseling

Human Services

Criminal Justice

Behavioral Health or related field

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Shift Supervisor (Full-Time) | Transitional Living Program

Shift Supervisor (Full-Time) – Transitional Living Program

Why Wedgwood?

Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest mental health and behavioral health problems in West Michigan. We serve children, teens, families, and adults through residential care, counseling services, and community programs.

Lead a Trauma-Informed Residential Treatment Team

We are seeking a Shift Supervisor to provide direct care and on-shift leadership within our residential transitional living program serving adolescents (ages 15-18). Many of the youth in our Audere Program have never experienced consistent support or stability

As a Shift Supervisor, you will serve as both a mentor to youth and a leader to staff—ensuring consistency in care, guiding daily operations, and supporting a therapeutic environment grounded in trauma-informed practices. You will play a critical role in maintaining structure, coaching staff, and ensuring high-quality care on every shift.

If you are passionate about building life skills, trauma-informed care, youth advocacy, and therapeutic mentorship, we invite you to apply.

Schedule:

4 weekdays (primarily 2nd shift) and every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday, rotating 1st/2nd shift)
- 1st shift: 7am–3pm
- 2nd shift: 3pm–11pm

Compensation:

$22-$24/hour
Generous PTO package
Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked on holidays
Employer-paid training and re-certification

What You’ll Do

Working alongside our multidisciplinary treatment team, you will:

Provide direction to direct care staff during assigned shifts
Coordinate staff assignments to ensure appropriate coverage and effective treatment support
Ensure completion of all shift responsibilities, including documentation, medication administration, and scheduled programming
Support and guide staff in implementing individualized treatment plans
Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and mentorship to promote staff development and team cohesion
Assist with onboarding and training of new staff as assigned
Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment grounded in the Sanctuary Model® (safety, emotional intelligence, open communication, and social learning)
Build consistent, mentoring relationships with youth using trauma-informed and relationship-based approaches
Utilize verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to support behavioral regulation
Model and teach healthy communication, problem-solving, and daily living skills
Support youth in developing life skills, self-worth, and positive identity formation
Engage in structured recreational and skill-building activities
Administer medications as assigned and support physical wellness routines
Support residents’ health needs, including first aid response and coordination of medical care
Transport residents to appointments, school, work, or community activities as needed
Document and maintain accurate records in alignment with behavioral health standards
Ensure adherence to all agency policies, procedures, and licensing requirements

Background & Qualifications

Required:

At least 20 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely perform physical interventions when necessary
Ability to bend, twist, and support movement in a residential setting
Alignment with Wedgwood’s Statement of Faith, vision, and values

Preferred Education: