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Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Site Director (Boyle Heights) College Track

Position Overview:
The Site Director sets a powerful vision for student achievement and is responsible for ensuring that at least 90% of students matriculate to a four-year college and stay on track to graduate from college within six years. S/he leads a full time and part time staff of over fifty employees and builds and maintains the positive presence of College Track in the local community. Working under the leadership of the Regional Executive Director, this individual is responsible for driving high academic performance and the holistic development of students. S/he will have direct accountability for meeting the organization’s bottom line goals in the following areas: enrollment and attendance, retention, academic readiness, college eligibility and matriculation, financial readiness and college graduation. Additionally, the Site Director manages key external relationships with school district officials, school principals and local community based organizations.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Site Development and Implementation: Observe, manage and evaluate student services, ensuring that goals across the site are met. Work with the Strategy Team and site staff to continue the development and improvement of the College Track program.
  • Staff Management: Recruit, lead and manage a team of four full-time employees and 50 part-time employees (paid and volunteer) to ensure the overall success of students. Build a collaborative team of individuals committed to achieving excellence and meeting site goals.
  • Individual Student Planning and Monitoring: Work with Program Directors to assess student data continuously and ensure that students are on track to graduate from high school and thrive in 4-year universities. Focus relentlessly on delivering outcomes despite obstacles, ensuring students graduate from high school and receive a college degree.
  • Fundraising and Development: Work in collaboration with the College Track development team, as the external leader of the site, to execute development activities that support long-term sustainability.
  • High School and Community Partnerships: Develop strong and formalized partnerships with community based organizations, local schools and districts that result in additional resources for our students and improvements to our program model. Keep abreast of emerging trends and practices within the school system and community, and be active in the school district and political landscape. 
  • Student Recruitment: Build long lasting relationships with school administrators and teachers. Lead a strong on-campus and community relationship building effort, ensuring strong recruitment of students annually.
  • Site Performance and Reporting: Lead site accountability practices, including Cycles of Inquiry, Program Walks and Goal Conferences.
  • Financial and Resource Management: Lead the site budgetary planning process, and manage the site’s expenses to the agreed upon budget.
  • Achieving Bottom-Line Goals:  Ensure the site meets the organization’s bottom line goals in the following areas: enrollment and attendance, retention, academic readiness, college eligibility and matriculation, financial readiness and college graduation.

Qualifications: 
First and foremost, the Site Director must embrace College Track’s vision and mission for transforming low-income communities into places where college readiness and college graduation are the norms. Additionally, candidates must possess the following qualifications:
  • Minimum 4-year college degree (Masters Degree preferred)
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of teaching and/or supporting students to excel academically; history of driving significant gains in student achievement
  • Proven track record in successfully recruiting, hiring, leading and developing people and teams
  • Results-driven; commitment to utilizing data to take informed action
  • Exceptional organizational skills; keen attention to detail; time management and follow-up skills
  • Ability to initiate, foster and leverage contacts from diverse networks to achieve outcomes
  • Exceptional communication skills with demonstrable ability to effectively write, speak and listen
  • High degree of flexibility and adaptability; can work within and thrive in an ambitious, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solution
  • Agility and the capability to think strategically while executing tactically within in a lean and resource-constrained environment
  • Takes pride in self, work and organization leading such that every task is performed at a high level of aptitude
  • Entrepreneurial, unflappable self-starter who has ability to effectively manage a wide range of projects
  • Strong learning orientation (e.g. constant learner, exhibits strong self-awareness of and initiative to develop one’s growth areas, accepts and promptly incorporates feedback)
  • High level of self-awareness, humility, and emotional intelligence
  • Demonstrate the ability to meet and maintain federal, state, local and College Track guidelines

Sunday, July 20, 2014

Northern CA-City of Stockton

Office of Violence Prevention Manager
Salary: $6,489 - $8,332 monthly
$77,868 - $99,984 annually
Includes competitive benefits package

The City of Stockton is currently recruiting for an Office of Violence Prevention Manager to lead the Office of Violence Prevention, a new division of the City Manager’s Office. The mission of Stockton’s Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) is to significantly reduce violence in the City of Stockton through the implementation of data-driven, partnership-based violence prevention and reduction programs and strategies rooted in best practice
The Office of Violence Prevention Manager will play a central and critical role in ensuring the accountability required for quality implementation and sustainability. Leadership is needed to move a group of committed stakeholders from the intention of working together to actually operating in a focused, partnership-based way. The OVP Manager will need to have skills in leadership and facilitation, project management experience, and command of relevant substance areas; and should effectively encourage full participation with attention to strengthening police-community relations, foster creativity and shared responsibility, and balance deliberation with action.


If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity, APPLY BY 5:00 p.m., Friday August 15, 2014. For requirements and detailed information go to: www.stocktongov.com/jobs or visit the City of Stockton HR Dept., located at 22 E Weber Ave., Suite 150, Stockton, CA 95202. 209-937-8233. EOE

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in sociology, counseling, social work, public administration, criminology or a closely related field and three (3) years of management or supervisory experience in the public, non-profit, or private sector involving leadership, facilitation, and project management in the area of violence prevention or related community outreach/improvement programs.

Personal and professional experience relevant to communities in Stockton which experience high levels of violence, and applied violence reduction strategies preferred. Additional experience as detailed above may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis, however, a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Qualified candidates must possess or be able to obtain a California Driver’s License.

Benefits:

Not Specified

Salary:

$75k - 90k

Posting Expiration Date:

9/15/2014

How to Apply:

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity, APPLY BY 5:00 p.m., Friday August 15, 2014. For requirements and detailed information go to: www.stocktongov.com/jobs or visit the City of Stockton HR Dept., located at 22 E Weber Ave., Suite 150, Stockton, CA 95202. 209-937-8233. EOE

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Green Dot Clinical Supervisor

OPPORTUNITY:
The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for monitoring, assisting with, and enhancing the clinical work of MFT, MSW, and Psychology interns and trainees and promoting the conceptual, intuitive, and personal skills necessary for their professional development. Supervision also includes monitoring the quality of work of interns and trainees at Green Dot campuses. Group and individual supervision, intern training, professional development, and establishing/maintaining school relations are key responsibilities of the position.

This is a year-round position, requiring work both during and after school hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
> Provide direct individual and group clinical supervision to interns and trainees
> Manage and respond to day-to-day concerns related to intern and trainee performance and needs
> Work with Clinical Services and Mental Health Team to ensure that the counseling program is meeting goals and objectives of Green Dot Schools
> Collaborate with the Clinical Services Supervisor regarding intern training, documentation, and additional Clinical Services related activities
> Assist in the assessment of the psychosocial needs of clients and families
> Assist in the development and facilitation of orientation training and professional development trainings for interns and trainees
> Assist in the development of program educational material and training manuals as appropriate to the training program
> Provide ongoing crisis intervention and case management services to all sites and required personnel
> Work closely with school support staff to meet the psychosocial needs of clients and families
> Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and other meetings and trainings as directed
> Serve as a liaison between clients, clinical staff, and school support staff
> Complete periodic evaluations of interns and trainees for graduate schools
> Provide Education Related Mental Health Services

QUALIFICATIONS:
> Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) or Social Work
> Current CA MFT, LCSW or Clinical Psychologist license required
> Meet CA BBSE and/or BOP eligibility to supervise MFT, MSW, and/or Psychology interns/trainees
> Supervisory and/or therapy experience in a school-based setting desired
> Current CA Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential in School Psychology, School Counseling, or School Social Work is preferred
> Bilingual – Spanish : fluency in both written and oral language desired
> Ability to work independently at a high level or professionalism
> Valid CA driver’s license: job requires work at multiple sites

This employer strives for a balanced, productive workforce, which is diverse in terms of age, gender, and cultural identity. We do not base hiring or promotional decisions on factors other than performance and professional growth potential.

COMPENSATION:
The salary for this position is $70,000 - $75,000, based on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits plan as well as the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of Los Angeles students.

Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. We are looking to fill this position ASAP.

https://greendot.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=270

Friday, April 11, 2014

Deputy Director Baby2Baby (Los Angeles, California)

Deputy Director

Baby2Baby

Posted: 4/4/2014
Position Type: Full-Time (Paid)
Function: Administration/Operations
Primary domain: Human Services
City: Los Angeles
Postal code: 90048
State: California
Country: United States

Organization Information:

Budget:

$3M - $10M

Website:

Mission statement:

Baby2Baby supplies families in need with essential baby gear and clothing for their children up to age 12. By distributing new and gently used items to over 50 non-profit organizations, Baby2Baby reaches over 67,000 children last year.

Position Details:

Job Description:

Baby2Baby is actively searching for a mission-driven, dynamic and experienced non-profit professional to oversee and manage operations, planning and programs, and drive the organization’s strategy. This role will work closely with the co-presidents, managing staff and strengthening the internal foundation of a fast-growing organization.

The Deputy Director will divide their time between coordinating services to partner agencies and the families they serve, and managing day-to-day operations in the organization.

About Baby2Baby: Baby2Baby collects and distributes essential baby gear and clothing to low-income children throughout Los Angeles. The organization has experienced a period of tremendous growth in the last 3 years under its co-presidents' leadership.

Major Areas of Responsibility:
• Operations & Finance
• Program planning
• Management
• Board Relations
• Development

Primary Objectives:
• Identify critical, internal operations improvements with an eye toward future needs
• Oversee the development of a strategic data and metrics approach
• Oversee relations with partner agencies to ensure Baby2Baby is meeting community needs
• Manage staff to foster an entrepreneurial, professional, dynamic environment that encourages out-of-the-box thinking

Specific Responsibilities:
• Manage all administrative and operational functions of organization including finance, human resources, facilities, board relations and program logistics
• Work closely with the co-presidents to ensure the execution of the strategic plan; work on subsequent refreshes of the plan as needed
• Research, collect and analyze demographic data from current and new partner agencies; conduct site visits as needed to understand partner agencies communities
• Develop and oversee operational processes in the warehouse; work with office manager to ensure office and warehouse are running smoothly
• Develop an inventory and reporting approach which will enable expansion to additional partner agencies, collections from additional community drives and support marketing and communications efforts
• Partner with our special events and corporate relations staff to coordinate corporate donations or other activities with partner agencies
• Identify operational “pain points” and inefficient business processes; develop and implement recommendations
• Develop and manage annual budget in collaboration with co-presidents and Board of Directors; serve as liaison to audit firm
• Along with co-presidents, manage and oversee staff hires
• Coordinate relations with the Board, including meeting preparation
• Along with co-presidents, plan and create annual report

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate would have a strong understanding of social service organizations with at least five years successful management or leadership experience in a non-profit organization. They are described as a self-starter with an enterprising attitude, are not easily overwhelmed and are able to work in fast-faced, entrepreneurial environment. In addition, the following are strongly desired:
• A commitment to and a passion for the mission, vision and values of Baby2Baby
• Demonstrated success in leading and managing staff in an entrepreneurial culture
• An ability to lead in an environment that requires effective collaboration
• Demonstrated success in prioritizing and managing multiple and sometimes competing tasks, satisfactorily meeting deadlines and achieving desired outcomes
• Proven track record of success in program/project implementation
• Experience with Donor Perfect a plus
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus

Benefits:

Not Specified

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Expiration Date:

6/3/2014

How to Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume to francesca@baby2baby.org

Reference the job title and Bridgespan.org when applying for a job in addition to following all application instructions in the posting.

Monday, March 10, 2014

Women Helping Women, NCJW/LA Posting

Bilingual Clinical Social Worker
Women Helping Women, NCJW/LA
Women Helping Women ~ Community Counseling & Support Services  is seeking a full-time bilingual clinical social worker to join our highly collaborative team.
A community service program of the National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles, Women Helping Women (WHW), is dedicated to providing high-quality, integrated mental health services and assistance with basic needs to women, children, and families at-risk and in need. Our clients are as diverse as Los Angeles, with Latino clients comprising up to half of our caseload. WHW is driven by the belief that people need people, and that human connection is essential to mental health and healing. These beliefs are put into practice through our counseling Talkline, relationally-focused therapy services, support groups and workshops. All services are provided on a sliding scale, with most clients receiving free services.
This is an entry level position with significant opportunities for creativity and professional development. All staff social workers receive extensive clinical training, as well as weekly individual and group supervision with the WHW Director. WHW staff therapists are encouraged to participate actively in violence-prevention networks and collaborative projects throughout the city.
Full time, salary $43,000 -$46,000 plus benefits. Email only cover letter with resume to: ava@ncjwla.org.
Responsibilities include:
  • Providing comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and long-term, attachment- and trauma-focused therapy for adult, child and adolescent clients in English and Spanish;
  • Co-facilitating two support groups per year in English or Spanish, both on-site and at local partner agencies in the community;
  • Providing weekly supervision for paraprofessional counselors on our free Counseling Talkline;
  • Serving as preceptor and/or Field Instructor for 2nd year MSW interns;
  • Assisting in the implementation and delivery of supportive and emergency services;
  • Participating in ongoing needs assessment and program development/improvement projects;
  • Participating in inter-agency networks, trainings and collaborations;
  • Minimum of one evening per week required.
Desired skills and experience:
  • Must be proficient in verbal and written Spanish;
  • Masters in Social Work/ Social Welfare from an accredited MSW program;
  • Minimum two years of clinical experience, including internships;
  • Excellent writing & verbal skills;
  • Knowledge of the LA community;
  • 40 hour domestic violence certification preferred, DV knowledge base required;
  • Must strive to continuously develop knowledge base and clinical skill in cutting-edge approaches, including attachment theory; child development; interpersonal neurobiology; mindfulness; trauma-focused treatment; and somatic approaches;
  • Must be self-motivated; conscientious; able to work independently; able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; highly organized; computer and social media literate; personable; and able to work as a team player on a highly collaborative team.

Friday, February 7, 2014

Phoenix House Postings

Description
Phoenix House is a leading provider of substance abuse treatment and prevention services, operating more than 120 programs in eleven states.

We strongly believe Phoenix House's success in reclaiming disordered lives depends on our ability to recruit, develop and retain a community of talented, motivated and innovative employees. Our personnel practices reflect our organization's strategic plan, reinforce our vision, remain consistent with our core values, and support our goals.

Phoenix House will be conducting open interviews at our location in Sylmar on the following dates /times:

Wednesday, February 12th – 4 -- 7 p.m.

Location: Phoenix House
11600 Eldridge Ave
Sylmar, CA 91342

Please bring a copy of your resume

Please note the educational requirements of the job. All of these positions require computer skills and preferable experience working with an electronic records system.

Case Manager
BSW or MSW is required for this position.
Responsible for individual service coordination for clients enrolled in Phoenix House adult Transitional Housing and Residential Services, including supporting a successful transition back into the community. In collaboration with the Program staff, the Case Manager supports the successful integration of medical care, housing and income/ employment assistance, substance abuse treatment, and other services within individual treatment plans.

Recovery Specialist
Counselor Certification is required. 
The Recovery Specialist work in collaboration with the Social Worker Case Manager and develop, maintains the client’s treatment plan. S/He advocates recovery by serving as a personal guide/mentor for people seeking or in recovery from alcohol and other drug addiction and helping to remove barriers and obstacles to recovery. The Recovery Specialist also plans, implements and coordinates an array of comprehensive, individualized services for program participants and performs administrative work in support of the program.

Part-Time Overnight Counselor
The Overnight Counselor is responsible monitoring night time activities including during sleep periods and for assisting with morning supervision and activities; for the provision of clinical services to clients and their families, and for developing treatment plans and ongoing clinical documentation in the clinical management system. Prefer AA degree.  Registered for Counselor Certification


Part-time and per diem Counselors
The part-time Counselor is responsible for the provision of clinical services to clients and their families, and for developing treatment plans and ongoing clinical documentation in the clinical management system.
Performs primary counselor duties to clients and their families including screening and intake, psychosocial assessments; client and family orientation, development of treatment plans; crisis intervention; group, individual, family and didactic sessions; discharge summary and planning; case management and coordination of treatment services with probation, school and other referral sources.  Multi-lingual counselors may be asked to provide services in multiple languages to meet the needs of the clients and families.
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of client notes, charts, reports, and other documentation related to the treatment and progress notes, documentation of attendance and participation in-group, didactic and family sessions.  Documentation may include web-based, electronic and/or paper documents.

AA or higher degree in Behavioral Science (highly desired)
High school diploma or equivalence (required)
Counselor Certified or registered for Counselor Certification

Part-Time Driver
The Driver/Counselor is a counselor whose primary responsibilities involve operating a company vehicle in transporting residents and staff to community appointments.  Performs related support activities including recordkeeping and vehicle maintenance reporting.  Responsible for appropriate supervision of all passengers at all times.  As a counselor, s/he is also responsible for upholding the provision of clinical services to clients and their families.
High school diploma or equivalence (required)

 Requirements
Phoenix House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Note education requirement pertaining to each position


Jane Martin 
Human Resources Department
Phoenix Houses of California
11600  Eldridge Avenue
Lake View Terrace, CA 91342
818-686-3034    office
818-896-3442    fax


Thursday, February 6, 2014

A New Way of Life Reentry Project (ANWOL) Posting

Policy/Advocacy Department
Policy Specialist

Full-time; Hourly, Exempt

The Policy Coordinator plays a leadership role in advancing policy change through ANWOL public policy
initiative that seeks to protect and restore the civil and human rights or formerly incarcerated and convicted

Duties & Responsibilities

Legislative, Regulatory & Public Policy

* Develop, direct and implement a public policy team and activities, including advocacy priorities,

positions and strategies;

* Track public policy issues and decisions impacting at the local and state level and make

recommendations to advance priorities;

ÿ Build and nurture effective multi-cultural coalitions and alliances on priority issues and campaigns.

ÿ Lead he development and management of effective working relationships with key public officials at the

federal, state and local levels;

ÿ Coordinates with the Executive Director on policy advocacy communications including email alerts and

ÿ Attend national, state, and local events including panel, meetings, trainings, and conferences, as it

relates to policy agenda;

ÿ Assist in developing policy-related backgrounders, public testimony, talking points, letters and other

materials to support policy priorities.

ÿ Staff policy committees and work with committee leadership to set agenda, recruit speakers, develop

issue papers and engage members in policy priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

ÿ Bachelor degree in Public Policy, Public Administration or related field; or equivalent experience;

ÿ Knowledge of public policy advocacy, public policy research and analysis, leadership building, strategic

communications and laws;

ÿ Knowledge of reforming criminal justice policy;

ÿ Personal experiences with incarceration is valued but not required;

ÿ Excellent research, written and verbal communication skills;

ÿ Ability to explain clearly and persuasively, to experts and non-experts, ANWOL’s stance on public policy

ÿ Ability to work effectively both as a team and independently;

ÿ Knowledge of the criminal justice system, mass incarceration;

ÿ Passion for changing the obstruction and injustice of formerly incarcerated and convicted people.

Salary: Competitive starting salary based on experience, with availability of medical, dental, and vision

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Meisee McGowan at meisee@anewwayoflife.org

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

City of Pasadena Posting

                                         CITY OF PASADENA 
                               Department of Human Resources 
                               100 N. Garfield Ave., Rm S135, 
                             P. O. Box 7115 
                               Pasadena, CA 91109-7215 
                             (626) 744-4366 
 

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Social Worker

SALARY
$21.66 - $27.07 Hourly    $3,754.00 - $4,692.50 Monthly    $45,048.02 - $56,309.97 Annually
OPENING DATE: 01/23/14
CLOSING DATE: 02/06/14
THE POSITION
GENERAL PURPOSE 
Under general supervision, performs a wide range of social casework and related services, including assessment, development and implementation of plans to meet client needs, education, referral and crisis intervention services; advocates for and provides interventions designed to promote health and overall wellbeing, prevention and access to healthcare and social services; and performs related duties as assigned. 


The current vacancy is located in the Pasadena Public Health Department's Prenatal Clinic. Our Prenatal Clinic offers caring, comprehensive and culturally-sensitive services for pregnant women and teens and for new mothers who have just given birth. The ideal candidate is passionate, energetic and highly communicative. Please join our team and grow with us!

For more information go to the HR web site.

Women Helping Women Posting

Bilingual Clinical Social Worker
Women Helping Women, NCJW/LA
Women Helping Women ~ Community Counseling & Support Services  is seeking a full-time bilingual clinical social worker to join our highly collaborative team.
A community service program of the National Council of Jewish Women/Los Angeles, Women Helping Women (WHW), is dedicated to providing high-quality, integrated mental health services and assistance with basic needs to women, children, and families at-risk and in need. Our clients are as diverse as Los Angeles, with Latino clients comprising up to half of our caseload. WHW is driven by the belief that people need people, and that human connection is essential to mental health and healing. These beliefs are put into practice through our counseling Talkline, relationally-focused therapy services, support groups and workshops. All services are provided on a sliding scale, with most clients receiving free services.
This is an entry level position with significant opportunities for creativity and professional development. All staff social workers receive extensive clinical training, as well as weekly individual and group supervision with the WHW Director. WHW staff therapists are encouraged to participate actively in violence-prevention networks and collaborative projects throughout the city.
Full time, salary $43,000 -$46,000 plus benefits. Email only cover letter with resume to: ava@ncjwla.org.
Responsibilities include:
  • Providing comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and long-term, attachment- and trauma-focused therapy for adult, child and adolescent clients in English and Spanish;
  • Co-facilitating two support groups per year in English or Spanish, both on-site and at local partner agencies in the community;
  • Providing weekly supervision for paraprofessional counselors on our free Counseling Talkline;
  • Serving as preceptor and/or Field Instructor for 2nd year MSW interns;
  • Assisting in the implementation and delivery of supportive and emergency services;
  • Participating in ongoing needs assessment and program development/improvement projects;
  • Participating in inter-agency networks, trainings and collaborations;
  • Minimum of one evening per week required.
Desired skills and experience:
  • Must be proficient in verbal and written Spanish;
  • Masters in Social Work/ Social Welfare from an accredited MSW program;
  • Minimum two years of clinical experience, including internships;
  • Excellent writing & verbal skills;
  • Knowledge of the LA community;
  • 40 hour domestic violence certification preferred, DV knowledge base required;
  • Must strive to continuously develop knowledge base and clinical skill in cutting-edge approaches, including attachment theory; child development; interpersonal neurobiology; mindfulness; trauma-focused treatment; and somatic approaches;
  • Must be self-motivated; conscientious; able to work independently; able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; highly organized; computer and social media literate; personable; and able to work as a team player on a highly collaborative team.