Reports to: Program Coordinator

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Emergency Youth Shelter

Hours: Wednesday – Saturday

 About Foundation 2 Crisis Services

Foundation 2 Crisis Services is a mission-driven, non-profit organization that provides critical crisis intervention and prevention services across Iowa. We operate a 24/7 crisis center, including phone, text, and chat services. We also operate an emergency youth shelter, mental health support groups, community-based crisis programs, training, and more. We have been saving lives for over 50 years. Join our team today!

 Overview of the role

Supervise FT youth specialists and back-up youth specialists; includes hiring, training, and evaluating. Provide direct client services; includes providing supervision, counseling and life skills services, on-call and back-up coverage, etc. Ensure implementation/development of shelter program goals; includes role modeling, attendance, punctuality/appropriateness at meetings, using good judgment, problem solving skills, etc. Assist in development and implementation of shelter operational policies, procedures, and programming; includes staff scheduling/ratios, safety drills, bed checks, monitoring risks and precautions of clients. Provide monthly on-call support and shift coverage as needed.

The schedule is:

Wednesday 12:00-10:00pm

Thursday 1:30-11:30pm

Friday 1:30-11:30pm

Saturday 1:30-11:30pm

This position will be part of our shelter leadership team and will be part of the monthly rotating on-call schedule of 4-5 days per month.  On-call days could require floor coverage and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

• Per hour/annual base pay (not including benefit dollars): $19.00 per hour.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus.
• Generous paid time off, including floating mental wellness days.
• Retirement plans with Foundation 2 Crisis Services’ matching contributions.
• Go to sleep at night knowing that work you did matters. Foundation 2 Crisis Services staff save lives every day.

Who you are

• Organized. Organized – You possess strong organizational skills and can oversee daily responsibilities.
• Client-centered. You are dedicated and passionate about working with individuals in crisis. You know it is an honor to be trusted to support people at their most vulnerable.
• Roll model and leader. You are a mentor and compassionate leader who is excited about supporting staff and colleagues.
• Flexible. You understand people are complicated and solutions often require a team approach.
• Positive. You recognize the power of a positive attitude and have the desire to build positive relationships with coworkers and clients.

What you’ll do

• Supervise FT youth specialists and back-up youth specialists; includes hiring, training, and evaluating.
• Provide direct client services; includes providing supervision, counseling and life skills services, on-call and back-up coverage, etc.

• Ensure implementation/development of shelter program goals; includes role modeling, attendance, punctuality/appropriateness at meetings, using good judgment, problem solving skills, etc.
• Assist in development and implementation of shelter operational policies, procedures, and programming; includes staff scheduling/ratios, safety drills, bed checks, monitoring risks and precautions of clients.
• Provide monthly on-call support and shift coverage as needed.

What you need

• Associates degree and one (1) year of human service experience.
• And one (1) or more years relevant experience.
• Excellent writing and grammar skills.
• Valid driver’s license and be insurable by the agency auto insurance policy.
• Pass all background checks completed by Foundation 2 Crisis Services.
• Submit copy of college degree or transcript as required by licensure for personnel file.
• Live in Iowa.
• Live within 50 miles of Cedar Rapids, IA.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be free of communicable diseases as determined by a physician.
• Successfully complete required trainings within required time periods.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience working with and compassion for at-risk youth preferred.
• Education or training in trauma-informed care preferred.
• Ability to clearly communicate emotional support to people in crisis preferred.

Your Application

We’re excited to hear from you! All questions will be answered during an initial virtual interview. Resumes, applications, and cover letter accepted until position filled.
Foundation 2 Crisis Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.