Position: Director of Adult Programs
Reports To: Executive Director
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Summary:
As part of the agency Management Team, this position is responsible for overseeing agency outreach programs for adults, with a focus on CalWorks programs. Responsible for overseeing adult outreach staff, casework management, collecting and compiling all agency data necessary for completing grant invoicing and reporting requirements. Attends monthly meetings and prepares monthly service summaries for review by Executive Director.

Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Supervises all Adult Outreach and CalWorks staff and programs
• Supervises and ensures proper documentation of program services including crisis intervention, intakes, case management, counseling, advocacy, and other support services
• Schedules, supervises, and evaluate all program staff, and institutes disciplinary actions whenever necessary
• Provides direct client intervention, crisis management and other services as demanded by client volume
• orks with the Director of Development with grant statistics and writing proposal sections as necessary
• Assists in preparing proposal budgets, invoices, budget modifications, and financial reports for various grants
• Works with Outreach Coordinator to ensure screening and proper placement and oversight of agency volunteers
• Participates in community outreach projects to educate the community and create awareness of domestic violence concerns; develops presentation materials and curriculum for such activities
• Prepares monthly service summary for and works with the Director of Finance and Administration to ensure the timely submission of CalWORKS program invoices
• Gathers, compiles, and inputs all agency program data and provides periodic reports to the executive director as requested
• Prepares monthly Adult Outreach reports for review by Executive Director and the Board of Directors
• Ensures the quality of documentation of services and the timely submission of program reports, especially as it relates to program-specific audits

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2 years in program coordination and supervision 40-hour Domestic Violence Training
• Bilingual in Spanish
• 40-hour training required; Must be mature and professional
• 24 hour/7 days availability by cell-phone is required.

Skills Required
Manager with strong program, personnel and supervisory skills. Experience in team/staff building, development and training. Excellent computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Excel program for statistical purposes. Must have excellent time management and scheduling skills

Please send resume and cover letter to Amy Micheo, WSLB HR Coordinator at amicheo@womenshelterlb.org

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The WomenShelter of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff.
Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical/physical/mental condition, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical
condition, age, marital status, or veteran status. Revised Date: 09/17/2019

Position: Client Advocate
Reports To: Director of Adult Programs
FLSA Status: Full-time; Non-exempt

Summary:
The Client Advocate provides comprehensive case management services to adult clients at WSLB’s Domestic Violence Resource center. Case management includes a wide-range of victim/survivor services, including crisis intervention, individual peer counseling, goal setting, social service advocacy, intervention education, and more. As a direct client service staff member, those in this position are required to adhere to WSLB’s client service policies and procedures, which follows a trauma-informed model of care. Compassion and a strong work ethic to provide support to victims of domestic violence and their children is required. Group facilitation is a required skill as the Client Advocate is responsible for conducting WSLB’s DV and or Life Skills, Parenting Skills, Self-Esteem Skills support group at least twice a week. This position involves the timely submission of reports, accurate maintenance of client data, and entry of agency data. In addition, the Client Advocate is expected to support WSLB’s outreach activities and other events as needed. Regular attendance at staff meetings, trainings, and other internal/external office meetings is required.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct client/family intakes, complete needs assessments, create safety plans, and complete departures for clients/families.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of CalWORKs, TAY, and any other grant related paperwork and review files for completeness and accuracy for audits.
• Serve as a liaison between the clients/families and DCFS social workers, DPSS eligibility workers, and any other service provider or public service agency
• Know, understand, and observe mandated reporting requirements and file reports with the appropriate authorities as required by law.
• Conduct weekly peer counseling groups and orientation
• Prepare topic material in advance to effectively facilitate meetings
• Provide courtesy calls to clients to ensure appointments are being met according to schedule
• Refer clients to other agencies for further assistance, based on their immediate needs
• Translate literature from English to Spanish, and provide interpretation as required

Requirements

• High School Diploma required;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must demonstrate informed sensitivity to the issue and experience of domestic abuse and the ability to respond effectively to people in crisis
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Please send resume and cover letter to Amy Micheo, WSLB HR Coordinator at amicheo@womenshelterlb.org

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The WomenShelter of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff.
Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical/physical/mental condition, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical
condition, age, marital status, or veteran status. Revised Date: 09/17/2019

Position: Childcare Provider
Reports To: Director of Youth Services
FLSA Status: Part-time; Non-exempt

Summary:
WSLB’s Childcare Worker will provide supervision and care of children while their parents are attending group meetings at the Domestic Violence Resource Center (DVRC). They will engage children in age appropriate play activities and teach them basic social skills. Employee will work under the supervision of the Director of Youth Services to ensure a positive environment for early childhood development.

Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)

• Provide supervision for the children who accompany their parents to the DVRC for group sessions, individual sessions, intakes, or for meetings.
• Ensure a safe environment for the children being supervised at all times
• Provide children with age appropriate activities, games, and movies
• Ensure children are learning positive behaviors such as manners, sharing, etc.
• Provide guidance or approved discipline as needed
• Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handcrafts, etc.
• Work with parents to help children progress towards educational and behavioral goals
• Identify signs of emotional or developmental distress in children and bring them to the Director of Youth’s attention
• Ensure that the childcare room is neat and clean at the end of each session and that all toys, materials, etc. are put away
• Sterilize all toys and play area once a week
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required
• Assist the reception/front desk when needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education preferred
• 40-hour Domestic Violence Training
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Must be able to frequently lift children weighing between 30-50lbs
• Must be mature and professional

Skills Required

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must demonstrate informed sensitivity to the issue and experience of domestic abuse and the ability to respond effectively to people in crisis
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Please send resume and cover letter to Amy Micheo, WSLB HR Coordinator at amicheo@womenshelterlb.org

Click Here to Download Job Posting

The WomenShelter of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff.
Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical/physical/mental condition, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical
condition, age, marital status, or veteran status. Revised Date: 09/17/2019