JOB TITLE: Interim Manager of Community Programs

REPORTS TO: Director of Access & Engagement  

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday (9:00am-5:30pm), Some weekends

LOCATION: Venice, CA

STATUS: Full-Time, 40 hrs/wk, Exempt

CELL PHONE: Reimbursement for use

DRIVER POSITION: Yes [if yes, please reference driving policy] 

SALARY: $65,000-$69,999 Annually

ABOUT US:

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability so that they can thrive, not just survive. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs. 

SPY is a unique social impact agency that is committed to overcoming structural barriers to equity, community collaboration, and innovative youth-focused programming. If you have the skills, passion and collaborative spirit, join our growing team of over 100 employees.

SPY strives to attract and develop individuals who reflect a broad spectrum of diversity, including (but by no means limited to) racial, ethnic, gender identity and socioeconomic dimensions. We believe that inclusion of diverse perspectives is essential to achieving long-term, systemic change. We explicitly seek applications from those who self-identify as coming from historically marginalized populations to enrich and elevate our equity-centered approach to problem-solving.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Interim Manager of Community Programs will oversee SPY’s workforce development endeavors by providing management and supervision for the Education & Employment Program, Garden Program, Social Enterprise, and SPY Squad. In partnership with the Director of Access Center and Empowerment Programs, the manager will also ensure consistent and developmentally appropriate programming and opportunities exist for youth members of SPY with special attention to youth employability and retention.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Oversee growth and development of the Education & Employment program, Community Garden program, Social Enterprise, and SPY Squad.
• Provide trauma and resiliency informed leadership and weekly supervision for staff members
• Ensure that all Education & Employment, SPY Community Garden services, and SPY Squad Social Enterprise are delivered in a strengths-based, trauma-informed, harm-reduction approach
• Oversee and facilitate progress towards annual goals and outcomes
• Manage on- and off-site partnerships with external agencies to support effective programming and referral processes
• Work collaboratively across internal departments and with community partners
• Advocate by attending external community meetings with government agencies and community groups
• Develop strategic partnerships to support program goals
• Oversee development and structure of education and life skill programming specific to job readiness and preparation
• Market, develop, outreach and cultivate job and/or internship partnership opportunities
• Manage Education & Employment budget and contracts
• Manage Community Garden budget and contracts
• Manage Spy Squad budget, youth payment, and contracts
• Manage Social Enterprise budget and contracts
• Oversee data collection through Civicore and HMIS across Education & Employment, SPY Squad, SPY Community Garden, and Social Enterprise programs
• Prepare monthly reports, funding reports, and other program administrative duties
• Support with grant writing, as needed
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings, team meetings and other community meetings, as needed
• Other duties as assigned to support the organization's missions and goals.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology Psychology, or any related field is preferred.
• 2-5 years experience in a social service setting, working with homeless or at-risk youth is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an education or employment services environment
• 2+ years experience in social service setting, experience with youth preferred
• 2+ years experience in a supervisory role preferred
• Working knowledge of trauma-informed and harm-reduction service models
• Cultural humility and responsiveness
• Strong computer skills and knowledge including word processing, database operation, spreadsheets and other software systems
• Ability to coordinate and/or oversee the successful completion of projects
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including organizational, detail, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work and develop relationships with individuals of diverse races, ethnicities, and sexual orientation in a multicultural environment
• Must have reliable transportation, valid California driver’s license and proof of current insurance

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Changes in the environment, such as the office or outdoors.
• Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary- up to 15-20 pounds at times.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Mandated Reporting Requirements: The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements: Effective August 9, 2021, the State Health Officer has mandated that all workers, paid or unpaid, in homeless services organizations must provide proof of vaccination. If eligible for a booster shot, proof of booster is also required. If not fully vaccinated, weekly COVID-19 testing is necessary depending on the program. Please submit proof of vaccination to HR@safeplaceforyouth.org. To request a reasonable accommodation or exemption, please get in touch with HR at the same email address. It's important to note that these accommodations are limited.

Driver Positions:

Applicants are required to provide a copy of their driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles, along with a copy of their valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Job offers are contingent upon a satisfactory driving record. Examples of an unsatisfactory driving record include:

• Suspended or revoked license
• Three or more moving violations in the past 36 months
• Any violations, including drugs, alcohol, controlled substances, within the past 24 months
• Reckless driving, including hit and runs, within the past 24 months
• At fault accidents, resulting in fatality or serious injury, within the past 5 years

The motor vehicle record will need to include a review of all states listed on the individual's employment application and resume. See instructions on obtaining your driving record below:

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/

For driver positions, driving is an essential job function and cannot be reasonably accommodated, employment may be discontinued.

NOTE: All staff members will be considered introductory employees for the first three months of employment and will not be considered regular employees until the conclusion of this period. SPY reserves the right to extend an employee’s introductory period. In no way does the expiration of this introductory period change the fact that all employees are at-will. It is the supervisor’s responsibility to orient the employee and to communicate the expectations of the supervisor and SPY, as well as to evaluate whether the employee has the necessary level of skill, job knowledge, motivation, and attitude to become a regular member of the SPY staff. New employees are also encouraged to seek guidance and assistance during this period. Employees who fail to demonstrate the expected commitment, performance and attitude may be terminated at any time during the introductory period. However, completion of the introductory period does not change or alter the “at-will” employment status. Employees continue to have the right to terminate their employment/business relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and SPY has the same right. The organization, in its sole discretion, may change the job duties, responsibilities and assignments of any position, at any time.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Safe Place for Youth offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive health coverage, 403b with agency contribution, and vacation/sick time. We also offer unique perks including weekly meditation/mindfulness and professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth. 

EEO STATEMENT:

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Safe Place for Youth does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under federal, state, or local law. 

Safe Place for Youth is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In addition, the organization will consider employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Please include references in your application