<p>Assistant Residential Supervisor - Teen Boys' Home</p> <p>Requisition #: req15303</p> <p>Location: Kalamazoo, MI</p> <p>Hours: Full-time (40 hrs/week)</p> <p>Salary Range: $22 - $27</p> <p>At Bethany Christian Services, we believe families provide the strongest foundation for care and connection. That's why we focus on strengthening and empowering families, always advocating for family-centered solutions to keep children safe. Our work began in 1944 with the care of a single child. Today, inspired by our faith, our aim is to demonstrate the love and compassion of Jesus in our services for children, youth, and families. Working at Bethany means joining a team of nearly 2,000 dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we're united in our mission and these shared values: we're motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we're in it for the long haul.</p> <p>Bethany is seeking a compassionate and experienced Assistant Unit Supervisor to join our team at the Teen Boys' Residential Home. This role is essential in maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment for youth. The ideal candidate will bring strong management experience, soft skills for engaging with teens, and the flexibility to adapt to varying schedules.</p> <p>This position is expected to function effectively with moderate supervision while following the guidelines given on procedures, along with agency, federal, and state regulatory requirements.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <ul> <li>Serve as shift supervisor, assist with scheduling, and providing guidance to staff to ensure consistent coverage and team cohesion; </li><li>Lead onboarding and training efforts for new employees, including scheduling sessions and tracking training compliance; </li><li>Facilitate life skills development, resident meetings, and coordinate outings/events to support treatment goals; </li><li>Oversee unit inventory (clothing, hygiene, food, supplies) and manage resident logistics such as laundry and phone access; </li><li>Promote effective communication and collaboration across the team and consult on treatment and policy matters; </li><li>Conduct performance reviews, approve timesheets and leave requests, and contribute to leadership and program development committees; </li><li>Ensure adherence to agency, state, and federal guidelines; maintain a safe environment and perform physical interventions when necessary; </li><li>Serve as a consistent, supportive presence and role model for teen residents, helping them build trust, structure, and life skills; </li><li>Complete other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>High School diploma or equivalent; </li><li>Must have a minimum of 4 years experience in child welfare setting; </li><li>Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required; </li><li>Proven management experience and ability to lead and support a team; </li><li>Strong interpersonal and soft skills to build trust and rapport with teen residents; </li><li>Flexibility to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays; </li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, compassionate customer service, and ability to work independently; </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; </li><li>Ability to service as a positive role model and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team; </li><li>Temperament suited for working with special needs in a youth setting; </li><li>Must be able to pass required medical examinations and have the physical ability to fulfill the essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident; </li><li>Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization; </li><li>Must be 21 years old with a valid driver's license with at least 3 years driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany. Must also pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage; </li><li>Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries; </li><li>Documentation of immunity to vaccine preventable diseases or the willingness to receive vaccination, or seeking an exemption; </li><li>Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity. </li></ul> <p>#LI-KD1</p>