Director, Corpsmember Support (MSW)

About the San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School (SJCCCS):

One of the first urban Conservation Corps in the country the San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School (SJCCCS) was founded in 1987 to empower young adults aged 18 to 27 (Corpsmembers) to upskill themselves and advance their career in conservation and green spaces. Today SJCCCS continues to operate its 1-year-long paid workforce development program while also operating a WASC-accredited charter high school allowing those who have aged out of the traditional education system to earn their high school diploma.

SJCCCS offers an engaging work environment focused on growth teamwork and making a positive impact. We value collaboration respect diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for employees to contribute their skills to create a hopeful and sustainable community. Whether youre passionate about education and development environmental conservation or community engagement joining our team means embracing a shared commitment to service and the chance to make a meaningful difference. Be a part of our mission to create transformational change and learn more at.

Position Summary:

SJCCCS is seeking a dedicated and compassionateCorpsmember Support Services Directorto oversee our Corpsmember Support Services this role you will be responsible for ensuring that all Corpsmembers meet with and have access to Support Services in order to proactively address any obstacles that could impede their progress in the program and receive the mental and behavioral health support they order to accomplish this the Director will supervise a team of Success Navigators and MSW interns and establish and maintain internal and external partnerships. Strong leadership skills and commitment to trauma-informed care and harm reduction practices will be essential in achieving the programs goals and promoting positive outcomes. This position will collaborate with the Job Training and Charter School staff to ensure Corpsmembers receive the help and resources they addition this position will work to establish strong external partnerships and develop community resources that support the personal growth and development of the young people we serve.

Job Duties:

Program Oversight and Supervision

• Provide strategic direction and overall management of the program ensuring compliance with organizational policies grant requirements and ethical standards.
• Provide high quality supervision and mentorship to interns (MSW students).
• Oversee day-to-day operation of the program and provide direct supervision to staff members including hiring performance evaluation and disciplinary actions.
• Coordinate and ensure the completion of daily program activities promoting efficient and high quality referrals services and exits.
• Monitor and support staff compliance with documentation standards reviewing evaluating and co-signing service documentation as necessary.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment promoting teamwork open communication and a culture of respect.

Counseling Services and Case Management

• Work with direct reports to conduct comprehensive assessments of Corpsmembers biopsychosocial needs and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with them and their support systems.
• Provide direct counseling therapy and crisis intervention services to Corpsmembers helping them create personal and educational development plans.
• Provide clinical case management services including intervention planning coordination of referrals to relevant agencies and providers and follow-up support.
• Act as an advocate and liaison between Corpsmembers and various community program services.
• Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions ensuring a strength-based and trauma-informed approach.

Program Development and Partnerships

• Establish and maintain relationships with university MSW programs to source interns (MSW students).
• Work closely with the Vice President of Administration the Vice President of Education and external clinical supervisor to develop policies and procedures that align with trauma-informed care and harm reduction practices.
• Collaborate with Job Training and Charter School administrative staff to provide comprehensive support services to Corpsmembers including housing counseling and community resources.
• Act as a point of contact for community stakeholders building and maintaining relationships with counselors group home leaders probation officers etc.
• Establish partnerships with local resources coordinating services and designing counseling/mentoring programs through community collaboration.
• Ensure program sustainability through department fiscal oversight including efficient budget management and fund / revenue development.

Documentation and Reporting

• Manage and oversee the related grants ensuring accurate recordkeeping timely reporting and budget spend down.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records ensuring compliance with legal organizational and grant requirements.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on program activities outcomes and budget utilization.
• Participate in meetings committees and conferences to represent the program and provide updates on program-related matters.

Benefits of Working at SJCCCS

• Health: SJCCCS offers group health insurance through Kaiser and Dental / Vision insurance through Principal. The organization covers 100% of the premium for staff members dental vision Long Term Disability Life and AD&D insurance.
• Clinical Supervision: For ASWs seeking license clinical supervision will be provided.
• Financial: Retirement savings plan with up to 3% employer match after 1 year of service credit union membership and benefits Tuition Reimbursement program for associate or bachelors degree and FSA
• Time Off: Paid holidays Vacation Sick Leave Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty leave. Other unpaid leave of absence options are available such as Medical Military Parental and Family Care Leave.
• Other: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet Insurance and Supplemental insurance plans available (Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Short Term Disability and more).

Work Environment & Requirements

Position may require prolonged sitting standing walking reaching twisting turning kneeling bending squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. The position may require the incumbent to occasionally lift up to 25lbs. Additionally the position requires far and near vision when reading and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal nature of the work may require the incumbent to work evenings weekends and of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Equipment Used: desktop computer or laptop computer keyboard mouse personal vehicle or company vehicle (sedan).

Reasonable Accommodations: The San Jose Conservation Corps Charter is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment SJCCCS will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact .

NOTICE: The statements herein are intended to give a broad description of this job function and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Other duties and/or projects may be assigned.

SJCC Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion:

The San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Corps and School does not discriminate based on an individuals race sex religion color national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition marital status military and veteran status sexual orientation age gender gender identity gender expression genetic information hair style hair texture or any other basis prohibited by law. Working at SJCCCS means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall and transfer leaves of absence compensation benefits and training. SJCCCS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time.

Employment At-Will

The San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School is an At-Will employer. This means that employment with SJCCCS is voluntarily entered into and staff members are free to resign at any time. Similarly SJCCCS may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause or prior notice as it deems appropriate. This at-will employment relationship can be changed only in a written agreement signed by the staff member and the CEO of SJCCCS.

**SJCCCS IS A MANDATORY COVID-19 VACCINATION EMPLOYER**

All new hires will be required to provide proof of vaccination absent an approved medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. If a new hire is in the process of being vaccinated their start date may be adjusted to a future date after they have been vaccinated. Fully vaccinated means it has been at least two weeks since the person has completed the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine.

To Apply:

To apply please complete an application via the San Jose Conservation Corps website at A resume and cover letter are required for this position.

If your online application was successfully submitted you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided.

Please contact if you have any questions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in social work.
• A desire to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• 2 years of direct client and/or case management experience in a related field.
• Strong leadership and management experience with a minimum of 2 years of experience with direct supervision over staff (preferred).
• Cultural knowledge of key populations that will be served to address disparities in specific services.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate and effectively interact with people across cultures ranges of ability genders ethnicities and races.

Driving Record and Requirements:The incumbent of this position will be required to drive for work in either a company or personal vehicle and must submit a copy of their DMV drivers record as a condition of hire. The candidate also must possess and continue to maintain a valid California Class C drivers license and a clean driving record acceptable to the organizations auto insurance company.

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in the United States. Please be informed that San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School will NOT sponsor represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Medical Verification: State law requires all employees working with youth to provide medical verification of negative tuberculosis test results within the last year. Employees will also be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

Background Check and Fingerprinting: If the position is offered and accepted candidates will be required to undergo Live Scan Fingerprinting as well as a background check which includes a state and federal criminal history record check.

Drug Screen: If the position is offered and accepted candidates will be required to undergo and pass a 5-panel drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English and Spanish

San Jose Conservation Corps Charter School is a safe inclusive environment that welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We strongly encourage individuals from marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply. We understand that some applicants may feel discouraged when they see a long list of job requirements and do not meet every single criteria - we urge you to apply nonetheless. At SJCCCS we do not seek a perfect candidate because we believe in our core values of Respect Education and Development Safety Empathy and Equity and Inclusion. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference passionate about our mission and dedicated to our values we invite you to apply. Join us in creating a culture of excellence and transformational change.

Competencies

Vision & Mission:Contributes to a compelling and inspired sense of vision for mission to management team.

Strategic Thinking:Contributes to a workable plan to get from current to the desired goal and executes strategies with management team.

Culture:Contributes and maintains the desired organizational culture by outlining values and norms of expected behaviors. Demonstrates awareness of organizational values of Respect Learning & Development Safety Empathy and Equity & Inclusion.

Communication:Communicates the specific strategies clearly and the specific roles and responsibilities that each team member plays in achieving the goals that drive the business forward. Communicates effectively with the executive team.

Team:Supports and leads an effective team of different functional areas to collaborate in achieving strategies and goals. Provides the necessary materials and equipment to each team member.

Business Acumen:Possesses knowledge of industry trends best practices and policies. A continuous learner with the ability to sift through vast amounts of information effectively lead projects and blend intuition with analytical skills.

Delegation:Strategically delegates tasks/projects to appropriate employees in order to meet goals and objectives.

Flexibility and Risk:Embraces ambiguity and uncertainty coping with and embracing changes in strategy from internal and external forces and using it to the advantage of the company.

Customer / Client Focused:Clear understanding of clients needs and preferences while also being mindful of internal and external stakeholder needs interests timelines and decision-making criteria.

Financial Acumen:Demonstrates understanding of policies and procedures regarding expenditures budgets and financial goals of the organization set forth by the executive team.

Best Practices:Demonstrates emotional intelligence and self-mastery by placing value in continued personal growth.

Data-Informed Decision Making: Ability to review and audit data flag outliers and correct errors. Understands data and what it means. Can review trends in data and identify changes that need to be implemented