Residential Shift Manager
13 days ago
Omaha
Job Description Shift Manager Location: Omaha, NE Pay: $45,000 per year Job Type: Full-time Why Work Here? At Fostering Futures, we’re more than a Residential program—we’re a family committed to changing lives. By joining our team as a Shift Manager, you’ll step into a mission-driven role, ensuring the daily operations of our program run smoothly while providing support and care to at-risk youth. Here’s why Fostering Futures is the perfect place for your career: • Meaningful Impact: Play a hands-on role in creating a safe and nurturing environment for youth. Your leadership will directly contribute to brighter futures., • Growth & Development: We prioritize your success with ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities to expand your skills in trauma-informed care and leadership., • Supportive Team: Work collaboratively with passionate professionals who share a common goal of helping youth succeed., • Morning Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM): Lead daytime operations, coordinate with administrative staff, and oversee appointments and client progress., • Evening Shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM): Supervise evening routines, recreational activities, and client interactions, while maintaining a structured environment. Responsibilities As a Shift Manager, your duties include: General Responsibilities (All Shifts): • Supervise and support direct care staff to ensure high-quality services for youth., • Implement trauma-informed practices to maintain a safe and nurturing environment., • Monitor the daily schedule and ensure smooth transitions between activities., • Respond promptly to incidents, document actions, and escalate to leadership as needed., • Conduct end-of-shift handoffs, ensuring clear communication and continuity of care., • Perform routine facility checks to uphold safety and cleanliness standards., • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule, addressing emergencies as required. Morning Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM): • Coordinate administrative activities such as scheduling appointments and meetings., • Engage with external stakeholders, such as schools and therapists, to support youth progress., • Oversee and prepare documentation for program updates and compliance. Evening Shift (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM): • Monitor and supervise evening routines, including structured recreational and educational activities., • Support crisis interventions and de-escalate behavioral issues., • Ensure smooth transitions during client activities and bedtime routines. Overnight Shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM): • Maintain safety and security throughout the facility during nighttime hours., • Conduct regular bed checks and document overnight incidents., • Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field (preferred but not required)., • 2+ years of experience in residential care, youth services, or supervisory roles., • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills., • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)., • Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle crisis situations effectively., • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally., • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off (PTO), • Ongoing professional development opportunities Schedule • Assigned shifts: Morning (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM), Evening (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM), or Overnight (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM). Join a mission-driven team committed to creating a better future for youth. Apply today to be part of Fostering Futuresas a Shift Manager and make a meaningful impact every day! Company DescriptionFostering Futures is a youth-focused organization dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support for at-risk youth in a safe, therapeutic environment. Our mission is to empower children and adolescents by nurturing their emotional, social, and personal development, helping them navigate life’s challenges while fostering resilience and positive outcomes. At Fostering Futures, we believe in the potential of every child. Our team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals works tirelessly to create an atmosphere where children can heal, grow, and succeed. Through individualized care, trauma-informed approaches, and specialized programs, we provide a pathway to brighter futures for those who need it most. We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where our employees can thrive, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and development programs. At Fostering Futures, you’ll be joining a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and their families.Fostering Futures is a youth-focused organization dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support for at-risk youth in a safe, therapeutic environment. Our mission is to empower children and adolescents by nurturing their emotional, social, and personal development, helping them navigate life’s challenges while fostering resilience and positive outcomes.\r\n\r\nAt Fostering Futures, we believe in the potential of every child. Our team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals works tirelessly to create an atmosphere where children can heal, grow, and succeed. Through individualized care, trauma-informed approaches, and specialized programs, we provide a pathway to brighter futures for those who need it most.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to creating a supportive workplace where our employees can thrive, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and development programs. At Fostering Futures, you’ll be joining a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and their families.