Program Director

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years now, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children's Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders & more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.

This job will expire after 10 days.

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Director is responsible for implementing and overseeing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and CaliforniaForAll CADRE employment programs. This role is responsible for ensuring participants gain meaningful employment skills through work experience placements, occupational skills training, and career readiness activities. The Program Director will ensure services are delivered in alignment with agency standards and contract compliance requirements. The position will also oversee staff development, strategic planning, staff supervision, performance management, and will work with the Monterey County Workforce Development Board (MCWDB), to foster partnerships with employers, partner agencies, and community organizations to create pathways to employment.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee all program operations and regularly review, plan, organize, implement and evaluate program services.
2. Maintain compliance with all contract(s) and scope of work requirements.
3. Provide direction and training to all program staff to ensure their understanding and compliance with existing agency policies, procedures, and contract(s) scope of work.
4. Conduct staff meetings at least once a month to foster open communication, establish policy, discuss issues, ensure compliance with the contract(s) scope of work, and accomplish program goals/objectives. Ensure the meetings include a written agenda, meeting minutes, and a signed attendance log by staff.
5. Serve as liaison and TPOCC agency representative to foster consistent, effective communication, collaboration, and partnership with Monterey County Workforce Development Board, partner agencies, community organizations, and employers.
6. Recruit, hire, onboard, and familiarize new hires with employment program services scope of work, agency policies, program procedures, required training by the contract, safety protocols, illness prevention, ethics, and confidentiality.
7. Evaluate supervisees on an ongoing basis and give regular feedback on work assignment priority, accuracy, productivity, service quality, time management, career development, and other functions related to work performance.
8. Manage program finances according to the approved budget and monitor expenditures to maintain compliance with fiscal guidelines prior to approving purchases.
9. Maintain a thorough Emergency Action Plan for the program and provide ongoing training to all program staff on responding to an emergency.
10. Monitor and report on program performance measures including employment rates, credential attainment, and measurable skill gains.
11. Maintain accurate records in the State CalJOBS system and ensure timely data entry and documentation.
12. Will think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
13. Will drive on Agency business.
14. Physical presence at the office is required.
15. Ensure direct report staff follow the agency's timecard, PTO (Paid Time Off), and California's rest and meal period policies. Will monitor staff timesheets to ensure they are completed accurately.
16. Employees are expected to manage their cell phone use so that the Agency cell phone stipend covers all business usage. Any calls not covered by the stipend are to be made on a company landline phone.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling or related field or 4 years of work experience in a similar setting.
2. Ability to work with at-risk and diverse populations.
3. Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.
4. Must have mature judgment and sound assessment skills.
5. Ability to handle sensitive issues with confidentiality, integrity and tact.
6. Capability of working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
7. Ability to supervise and direct staff in delivery of program services.
8. Must be able to use personal vehicle for Agency business.
9. Must have experience in management skills.
10. Must have experience in workshops facilitation.
11. Must have good communication skills.
12. Must have positive public relations.
13. Must have knowledge of local labor market and service organizations.
14. Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, Zoom and other communication/meeting platforms.
15. Possess a valid driver's license and have access to a dependable means of transportation that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws. Agency insurer authorization is required.
16. Ability to pass a criminal background check.
17. Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and TB test.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Pay Range: Class 175 ($68,780.22 - $90,510.10/annually)
• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Fund and many other voluntary benefits
• Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Regular work schedule (Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm)

We are a diverse, inclusive and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (40+), disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.