TAY Housing Site Supervisor – Futures First

April Parker Foundation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the April Parker Foundation as a TAY Housing Site Supervisor, where you'll lead operations for a youth shelter supporting individuals navigating homelessness and other challenges. With a focus on empowerment and stability, this full-time role emphasizes leadership and trauma-informed care in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in residential or shelter supervision, especially with youth populations.
• Deep understanding of quality assurance in health and housing services.
• Availability for flexible scheduling and emergency coverage as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for a 12-bed, 24/7 TAY shelter.
• Supervise a team of Program Coordinators and guide trauma-informed practices.
• Ensure compliance with CalAIM ECM and Medi-Cal requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis de-escalation

Trauma-informed engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

About April Parker Foundation

The April Parker Foundation (APF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to uplifting underserved communities by providing culturally relevant, supportive services. We believe in empowering individuals, families, and small businesses to create stronger, more stable communities. Through a variety of cultural programs and educational workshops, we promote security, stability, and well-being for those who need it most.

Working at the April Parker Foundation offers a dynamic, mission-driven environment where your work contributes directly to community transformation. Join our team and be part of a compassionate movement for equity and impact.

Location: Long Beach, CA (On Site)
Position Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Program: Futures First

Pay Range: $50-$55k

Be a Catalyst for Youth Transformation

At the April Parker Foundation (APF) , we don’t hire employees—we call forward True Believers . People who show up not just for a paycheck, but for purpose. If you're ready to serve with heart, empathy, and commitment, we invite you to join us as a TAY Housing Site Supervisor for the Futures First initiative.

About Futures First

Futures First is a transformative program supporting Transitional Age Youth (TAY) ages 16–28 navigating homelessness, justice involvement, foster care, behavioral health challenges, and other systemic barriers. We walk with youth from crisis to stability—and beyond.

What You'll Do:

• Lead operations for a 12-bed, 24/7 TAY shelter as part of the Long Beach Navigation Center network
• Supervise a team of Program Coordinators and guide trauma-informed, culturally responsive practices
• Oversee intake, resident orientation, safety protocols, and daily shift activities
• Ensure compliance with CalAIM ECM, Medi-Cal, and city-funded program requirements
• Manage incident response, team scheduling, and documentation review
• Build partnerships with city departments, funders, and care coordination teams

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years in residential or shelter supervision, especially with youth populations
• Strong leadership, crisis de-escalation, and trauma-informed engagement skills
• Deep understanding ofquality assurance in health and housing services
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred
• Availability for flexible scheduling and emergency coverage as needed
• Lived experience and bilingual fluency (Spanish, Khmer, Tagalog) highly valued

Success in This Role Means:

• Youth are safe, engaged, and transitioning toward stable housing
• Staff are supported, consistent, and mission-aligned
• Documentation and site compliance meet audit standards
• APF’s True Believer culture is lived out daily across shifts

Why APF?

The April Parker Foundation is a Black-led, community-rooted nonprofit advancing social, economic, and health equity. Our APWay model blends innovation, radical heart-centered care, and accountability to transform lives—not just programs.

We Believe In:

· Leading with Purpose

· Speaking Life into Others

· Showing Up Fully—Even When It’s Hard

· Modeling Integrity in All Things

· Protecting the Flame

Ready to be part of a movement that puts youth first? Apply today.

The April Parker Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values lived experience, diversity, and inclusion. We are a drug-free workplace and ADA-compliant.

The pay range for this role is:

50,000 - 55,000 USD per year (Long Beach)