Vocational Services Program Director
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Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment or in work sites. Work performed during standard business hours; overtime may be necessary based on business needs.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose

The Vocational Services Program Director is responsible for developing, evaluating, coordinating all vocational services provided by the Community Re-Entry Program for San Joaquin County Mental Health consumers through enclave work crews working within the community.Position has identified one-year funding. Continuation of this position is based on availability of funds.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for implementation of all existing services in accordance with goals and objectives of the vocational services programs of the Community Re-Entry Program.
• Designs and develops vocational program for new work sites.
• Provides direct supervision to three Job Coaches and one Vocational Behavior Specialist.
• Responsible for the oversight, direction and implementation of enclave services provided by thirty to fifty (30 – 50) paid and volunteer individuals.
• Responsible for reporting and communicating with funding source agencies on administrative and clinical concerns.
• Responsible for the development, evaluation and approval of intervention plans recommended by the Job Coaches.
• Responsible for the tracking, monitoring and maintenance of client clinical records and program expenses.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Education or related fields.
• Two (2) years' work experience in Human Services.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience completing behavioral assessments and interventions.
• Strong professional, ethical and leadership skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills when supervising and providing feedback to staff and clients.
• Strong skills in clearly articulating performance roles, project goals and timelines.
• Demonstrated ability in effective time management, managing deadlines and tasks for themselves and direct reports.
• Demonstrated ability to form positive relationships with clients.
• Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Duties require constant sitting and repetitive motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Frequent walking, standing and simple grasping. Occasional climbing stairs, walking within work environment, stooping and reaching. Constant communication using both spoken and written means. May be required to lift/carry up to twenty-five (25) lbs.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to pass background/sanction checks for the funding agency(ies).
• Must pass TB test.
• Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $25.87 to $34.28 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Education or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have Two (2) years' work experience in Human Services?
  • Yes
  • No

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