Alliance for a Better Community Posting

EDUCATION POLICY ADVOCACY DIRECTOR 

Summary:

The Alliance for a Better Community (ABC) seeks an Education Policy Advocacy Director with a deep commitment to educational justice. The ideal candidate will have substantive experience in education policy with a proven track record in successfully developing and leading policy advocacy initiatives. This is a senior level position that will direct and oversee key education policy initiatives and reports directly to the Associate Director. 

The Alliance for a Better Community is a policy advocacy organization focused on promoting equity for Latinos in education, health and civic engagement for the betterment of the Los Angeles region. 

Major responsibilities: 

1.        Develop strategies and execute activities to advance ABC’s state and local policy initiatives in secondary education (e.g. Linked Learning, college and career readiness , school transformation, school finance reform; etc.,) 

2.        Monitor and analyze education policies that impact ABC’s areas of focus (e.g. Common Core, English language learners, educator effectiveness, etc.), 

3.        Advise organizational leadership on policy trends, critical issue areas and recommended actions; 

4.        Work collaboratively with state and local legislators, their staff, and community partners to fulfill ABC’s legislative agenda; 

5.        Navigate the political landscape to strategically advance policy goals; 

6.        Maintain and strengthen working relationship with policy makers, civic leaders, and education advocates to develop, and implement ABC’s education policy agenda; 

7.        Convene, communicate and coordinate with key partners and stakeholders regarding pertinent education policy information to develop collective actions; 

8.        Build political will and public awareness utilizing communication strategies to advance key policies; 

9.        Work with ABC’s Secondary Education team to set and meet the organization’s policy advocacy priorities; 

10.        Serve as ABC’s primary education policy representative among external partners. 

Additional responsibilities may include: 

1.        Engage community members and parents in education policy issues through trainings, public speaking appearances and presentations as needed. 

2.        Support ABC fundraising and other administrative efforts. 

3.        Develop and execute media strategies to elevate the organization’s profile and secondary education priority areas. 

4.        Manage grant goals, reporting and budgets. 

5.        Management of other education program staff. 

Key Qualifications and Expectations: 

1.        Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, in public policy, education or related field, Master’s Degree preferred. 

2.        Experience: Must have a minimum of 3 years full-time experience in education policy with Masters Degree or 5 years of full-time work experience in education policy with a Bachelor’s Degree. 

3.        Content Knowledge: Must have a proven ability to analyze state and local policy. Substantial knowledge of Los Angeles and California public policy issues, research, and practice on issues such as school transformation, Common Core, Linked Learning, English language learners, and college readiness. 

4.        Community Knowledge: Priority will be given to applicants with experience working within the Los Angeles region, city, school districts, public officials and agencies and key community partners. Preference for candidates with a deep understanding and experience working with the Latino community. 

5.        Leadership Skills: Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in leading broad-based efforts with diverse stakeholders and partners. Must have an ability to step into the position and quickly develop strategies to meet goals and objectives. Contributes positively to the work culture by being solutions-oriented and a team player. 

6.        Collaboration: Able to work independently, within a team environment and lead collaborative efforts to accomplish collective goals and objectives. Maintain positive working relationships with organizational leadership and staff to meet collective goals. 

7.        Organizational Skills: Excellent project management and multi-tasking skills (i.e. strong attention to detail, creating and monitoring project budgets and time lines, proper documentation of work and record keeping, and prioritizing work effectively). 

8.        Communications Skills: Superior interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to establish and maintain high priority relationships. Preference for bilingual candidates (Spanish & English). 

Salary: $61,000 - $71,000 based on experience and qualifications. Full benefits package offered. 

Send resumes and cover letter to vanessa@afabc.org. Please include in the subject heading EDUCATION POLICY DIRECTOR POSITION. No calls please. 

  

EDUCATION POLICY COORDINATOR 

Summary: 

The Alliance for a Better Community (ABC) seeks an Education Policy Coordinator with a deep commitment to educational justice. The ideal candidate will have strong core skills (i.e. communications, writing, analytical) with the ability to think strategically about policy solutions to education issues that positively impact the Latino community. The Education Policy Coordinator will support and execute education policy advocacy initiatives and report to the Associate Director. 

The Alliance for a Better Community is a policy advocacy organization focused on promoting equity for Latinos in education, health and civic engagement for the betterment of the Los Angeles region. 

Major responsibilities: 

1.        Manage the implementation of ABC’s key education policy initiatives and community campaigns (e.g. Common Core, College and Career Readiness, English Language Learners, School Transformation, etc.); 

2.        Support the development of recommendations regarding strategies and actions that lead to progress of strategic goals and ensure coordination between ABC’s community mobilizing and engagement efforts; 

3.        Coordinate and convene key stakeholders to inform, mobilize and engage in action toward ABC’s education policy priorities; 

4.        Monitor and analyze public education policies that impact ABC’s areas of focus; 

5.        Provide needed research and data collection to inform policy development, grant development and strategy to support program policy development; 

6.        Establish and strengthen working relationship with policy makers, civic leaders, and education advocates to develop, and implement ABC’s education policy agenda; 

7.        Communicate pertinent education policy information to ABC’s education team, key partners, community and stakeholders; 

8.        Support ABC fundraising efforts through ongoing relationship building with existing funders and networking with potential funders; 

9.        Monitor, report and document progress on all projects to provide timely updates to supervisors and complete grant reporting and financial management. 

Key Qualifications and Expectations: 

1.        Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in public policy, education or related field, Master’s Degree preferred. 

2.        Experience: Minimum of 2 years full-time experience in public policy or related field. 

3.        Content Knowledge: Strong familiarity of public policy issues, research, and practice on issues such as school transformation, common core, linked learning, English language learners, and college readiness. Preference for understanding of Los Angeles landscape. 

4.        Community Knowledge: Priority will be given to applicants with experience working within the Los Angeles region, city, school districts, public officials and state organizations and agencies. Preference for candidates with a deep understanding and experience working with the Latino community. 

5.        Leadership Skills: Experience in leading broad-based, multicultural coalitions. Ability to execute projects independently. Contributes positively to the work culture by being solutions-oriented and a team player. 

6.        Collaboration: Able to work independently, within a team environment and lead external collaborative efforts to accomplish goals and objectives. Maintain positive working relationships with organizational leadership and staff to meet collective goals. 

7.        Organizational Skills: Excellent project management (attention to detail, creating and monitoring project budgets and timelines) and multi-tasking skills (prioritizing work effectively) 

8.        Communications Skills: Superior interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to establish and maintain high priority relationships. Preference for bilingual candidates (Spanish & English).

Salary:  $55,000- $65,000 based on experience and qualifications. Full benefits package offered.
Send resumes and cover letter to vanessa@afabc.org. Please include in the subject heading EDUCATION POLICY COORDINATOR POSITION. Please, no calls. 

Go to:  

http://www.afabc.org/About-Us/Employment-Opportunities.aspx for application information

Masada Homes Posting-Part Time

MASADA HOMES
POSITION:       Multidisciplinary Assessment Team (MAT) Assessor

A MAT Assessor is responsible for timely, comprehensive and strength-based assessments of children placed in out-of-home care and their families.  A MAT Assessor is responsible for timely, comprehensive and strength-based clinical assessments of children placed in out-of-home care.  A MAT Assessor works collaboratively with the MAT Team (includes Dept. of Children and Family Services Staff, DMH, foster parents, biological parents, Medical professionals, Teachers, Regional Center, etc.) to determine what services are most needed by the child(ren) and family.  Part-time assessors can work up to 30 hours per week.

A MAT Assessor works designated shifts under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.

DUTIES:

1) Strength Based Approach
     a)   Capable of accurately identifying and building on the strengths of clients to better reach their potential.
     b)   Demonstrates a sound knowledge of resources and ability to make appropriate referrals.
     c)    Demonstrates a good understanding and use of clinical theory, interventions, treatment concepts, interference and resistance.
     d)    Able to produce quality documentation and Summary of Findings (SOF).

2) Communication/Collaboration
     a)    Demonstrates sound written and oral skills.
     b)    Able to work with inter- and intra-agency staff and utilize the clinical “team” concept.
     c)    Appropriately utilizes Supervisor for clinical and case management issues.
     d)    Able to work with community and referring agencies.

3) Integrity
     a)    Understands and is able to uphold legal and ethical standards as they pertain to mental health services.
     b)    Maintains strict confidentiality over all records and information related to clients.
     c)    Applies self to tasks and follow through without prompting.
     d)    Willing to accept a variety of cases.

4) Respect
     a)    Demonstrates respect for the intrinsic value of each person, their individual differences and culture.
     b)    Able to build rapport with clients and caregivers.
     c)    Ensures the safety of youths.

5) Accountability
     a)    Is rarely absent or late.
     b)    Able to meet and maintain productivity standards (as applicable).
     c)    Able to complete and submit documentation and paperwork within established timelines.
     d)    Attends and participates in meetings, group supervision, case presentations, and in-services training opportunities.
     e)    Able to solve problems independently with minimal supervisory direction.
     f)    Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid California license as a LCSW, MFT, PhD, or PsyD; or master’s degree and current registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as an Associate MSW or MFT Intern.
Work experience in a comparable mental health setting.
Valid California Drivers License and a good driving record.

Fax or email resumes to:  Naomi Arellano, LCSW

Fax: 310-715-1592 or n.arellano@,masadahomes.org

Office: 310-715-2020 ext. 215

SSG-APCTC Postings

PSWI/MFTI – SFV Office
Bilingual Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese or Tagalog

APCTC is a private, non-profit, community based mental health clinic with over 30 years of service to the Asian Pacific Islander community in Los Angeles County. APCTC is a county-contracted agency under the auspices of Special Service for Groups.

APCTC has an immediate, full time position open for a bilingual Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese or Tagalog PSWI or MFTI at our SFV (15400 Sherman Way #220, Van Nuys 91406) location with experience working with children, TAY, teens, families and adults to work under outpatient, school-based mental health, FCCS and/or FSP programs.

Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Program Manager and clinical supervisor, the PSW/MFTI has primary clinical responsibilities in providing individual, group and family counseling, intake assessment, crisis intervention and outreach and referral services. The PSW/MFTI will be working with adults who have moderate to severe mental illness and children and adolescents who have serious emotional and behavior problems and their families.

Duties will include, but not limited to, conducting individual, family and/or group counseling either in the office, field or schools. Candidate will provide crisis assessment and intervention and depending on program assignment, will need to provide 24-hours emergency psychiatric coverage for clients. The candidate will collaborate with hospitals, family members, law enforcement, school personnel and significant others and will facilitate access to needed resources for their client in the community. Candidates are required to maintain up-to-date DMH documentation.

Requirements: We are looking for candidates who have a strong interest and comfort level in working with adults and families and able to thrive in a fast paced, team focused environment. The ideal candidate must be willing to take initiative, be persistent and eager and willing to learn. Candidate must have a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage Family Therapy or related field. The candidate must be bilingual in Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese or Tagalog and have experience working with people with mental illnesses. Proof of a California driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.

Pay & Benefits: DOE. Pay is competitive plus mileage reimbursement. SSG/APCTC includes a generous benefits package with medical, dental, vision, long term disability, group and term life insurance, defined pension plan, 403B, paid sick, vacation and holiday time.

Fax resume to (213) 252-2199 attention C. Santos
Or email to employment@apctc.org

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Posting

Society of St. Vincent de Paul has an immediate opening for a Director of Social Services:

This position is responsible for the management, development, administration and implementation of all the Society's programs and services related to homelessness, social services, and housing programs. The incumbent will provide overall leadership for the Society and the Advisory Committee on all homelessness, social services, and housing issues.

Position Functions:

1.      Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the Society's goals and objectives in regards to homelessness, housing, and social service issues.

1.      Ensures the department is operating efficiently and its programs and services are effectively meeting the needs of clients and the community.

1.      Recruits, trains, and supervises the department's senior administrative staff.

1.      Recommends, advises and administers the Society's and the department's policies, procedures, plans and objectives relating to the Center's programs and staff.

1.      Works with the Chairperson of the Center Advisory Committee and the Deputy Director on recruitment of new members and developing short and long term recommendations for the department.

1.      Teams with other Los Angeles Council Directors on issues relating to the department's finances, fund raising, communications, personnel and the Advisory Committee.

1.      Collaborates with officials from federal, state and local government, academic institutions and social service agencies on issues relating to homelessness, housing, and social services.

1.      With the support of the Deputy Director, prepares and manages the fiscal budgets for the Social 

Services Department.

1.      Supervises overall strategic plan of the entire Social Services Department.

1.      Directs Deputy Director, Residential Assistants, and Clinical Staff on HR issues related to hiring, termination and employee discipline. Works in coordination with the Deputy Director to develop bimonthly staff trainings and completes performance evaluations for managers and clerical staff.

Project Management

Manages the development, expansion, and enhancement of new and current client based programs

1.      Directs the development, expansion, and enhancement of homelessness, housing, and social service operation including: Emergency Transitions, Men's Advanced Program, Case Management, St. Vincent's Ventura Center and Winter Shelter, collaboration with other agencies, IT development, databases, and communication systems between residential/clinical staff. Responsible for development of client databases for all program clients.

1.      Develops and manages new programs to expand the services provided by the department.

1.      With input from the Director of Human Resources, conducts or delegates safety team meetings and emergency/disaster preparedness programs within the Social Services Department. In addition, assists the Human Resource Department in the Master Disaster Plan for the Society.

1.      Manages SVDP Housing development and off-site housing programs. Develops social services, housing plans, and budgets. Researches best practices in affordable and sheltered housing and maintains SVDP National Housing Directory.

1.      Manages various special projects and grants that arise. Works with the Development Department to seek funding via foundations, grants and individual donors.

1.      Manages or delegates volunteers and coordinates when volunteer or tour groups come to the shelter. Coordinates bi-annual volunteer appreciation events. Manages and expands Urban Plunge Program. Maintains the master calendar of student groups staying at the Center. Provide orientations and logistics to ensure groups have adequate food, and sleeping arrangements.

1.      Responsible for MSW Internship Program and Skid Row Seminar Series. Provide at least one hour of supervision per week for each student.

1.      Coordinate bi-weekly speakers for MSW Skid Row Seminar Series, which runs from September to May.

1.      Develop and evaluate existing social service, homeless, and housing programs to include computer learning center, movie social groups, and legal clinics.

1.      Represent the Society at various collaborative meetings

1.      11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred. Master's Degree in Social Work required. Ten or more years related work experience with at least five of those years in administrative, management or supervisory positions. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Thorough knowledge of homelessness, housing, and social service issues. Knowledge of individual and group counseling techniques and psycho-social development and resources.

Physical Requirements of the Job: Requires ability to sit at computer for long periods of time. Job position requires significant time sitting, some standing and some travel time between offices.

This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position and the level of knowledge, skills and experience typically required. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and it is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

We offer a generous benefit package and please send resume to nsinclair@svdpla.org

Economic Roundtable Postings

The Economic Roundtable is seeking an Executive Director and a Researcher. 

Information at: http://www.economicrt.org/