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Education and Employment Manager
Job Description
Are you passionate about empowering and supporting youth to reach their full potential? Do you believe that every young person deserves a chance to succeed, regardless of their background or circumstances? If so, First Place For Youth is the organization for you. We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Join us and be part of a transformative journey for young people.
About First Place For Youth: First Place For Youth is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. We provide comprehensive programs and services that empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and achieve their full potential. With a focus on education, employment, and housing, we offer personalized support to help youth build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.
Why Work at First Place For Youth:
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Meaningful Impact:?By joining First Place For Youth, you will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of transition age foster youth. Your work will directly contribute to helping young people overcome obstacles, gain independence, and achieve their dreams. Every day, you will witness the transformative power of your efforts.
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Innovative Approach:?First Place For Youth is committed to innovation and continuously improving our programs and services. We strive to stay at the forefront of research and best practices in supporting youth in foster care. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute your ideas and expertise to shape our programs and make a lasting impact on the lives of youth.
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Collaborative and Supportive Environment:?We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where every team member is valued. You will be part of a dedicated and passionate team that shares a common goal of empowering youth. We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork, and we provide ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
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Comprehensive Benefits:?First Place For Youth values the well-being of our employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work with foster youth.
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Culture of Diversity and Inclusion:?We embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. First Place For Youth is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences enrich our work and make us more effective in serving the youth we support.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Education and Employment Manager leads the Education, Employment and Career programs within the My First Place (MFP) model in multiple Northern California Regions. The Education, Employment and Career Program, is crucial to the My First Place model as it teaches youth critical skills and gives them opportunities to move out of poverty into a life of self-sufficiency. The Education and Employment Manager is an energetic, collaborative and results-oriented leader who is responsible for overseeing and driving Education and Employment outcomes and productivity goals, ensuring effective staff supervision and program implementation according to First Place goals. The Manger will monitor outcomes, train and support in best practice implementation, outreach, vet and maintain external opportunities and partnerships promoting youth outcomes, organize community building events in alignment with the model, and supervise direct-service staff. This position requires an educated professional whose passion for First Place’s vision is matched with energetic leadership, habitual modeling of First Place’s core competencies, and a proven track record of effectively managing direct-service teams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Management
- Train, develop, inspire and supervise a team of direct-service staff
- Oversee and drive Education, Employment and Career outcomes and productivity goals
- Provide regular supervision and ensure that staff are implementing best practices
- Review data to monitor fidelity, track outcomes, and guide support areas
- Oversee and monitor budget spending and line items
- Coordinate Education, Employment and Career activities such as College Tours,
- Career Days, Back to School Events, job shadowing and internships
External Partnership Development and Management
- Develop strong relationships and communication with program partners to support youth success specifically employers and educational partners
- Professionally and effectively represent the agency as needed in meetings with collaborative partners, and at other meetings as deemed important to the advancement of First Place’s mission and goals
Cross-Program and Department Collaboration
- Provide coaching and technical support to staff on topics such as education and employment best practices, career trends and opportunities, and career pipelines
- Work closely with the VP of Education and Employment and the Management Team to provide
leadership to the organization’s programs
- Collaborative with colleagues across the organization and within respective department
- Other duties as needed and assigned
Qualification and Requirements:
- NON-PROFIT LEADERSHIP –Master’s in related field strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree Social Work or related field required. Sophisticated management skills through a minimum of 1-3 years of program management experience and three years’ of experience working with at-risk youth, preferably current or former foster youth.
- PEOPLE, PROJECT AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SKILLS - Exemplary people management skills, and the ability to link the development of people with achievement of organizational outcomes. Effective team leadership skills. Cross-functional collaborative capacity. Ability to either take direction or work independently as the situation requires. Strong supervisory skills and proven success supporting staff development and empowerment.
Managerial Competencies – required at First Place for those who manage others
- SYSTEM-WIDE THINKING - Builds vision guided by the Strategic Plan and the needs of youth being served ? Uses role to champion First Place’s strategic vision internally and externally ? Strategizes and implements rather than just completes tasks.
- TEAM LEADERSHIP - Recognizes and hires the best people ? Creates a strong sense of job satisfaction and passion within each staff person and team ? Invests in staff using both collaboration and guidance ? Models desired behaviors • Builds on strengths and facilitates growth in areas of
BENEFITS
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Full-time position
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15 days of vacation time in year one
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12 days of sick time
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2 flexible holidays
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14 paid holidays
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Paid sabbatical
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Paid maternity and paternity leave
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Employee’s choice of Kaiser or UCH HMO/PPO
Up to 90% of premium covered by First Place
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Delta Dental Premium PPO
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VSP Vision
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401k Retirement Savings with Match?
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of transition age foster youth and want to join a dynamic and impactful organization, we invite you to apply. Together, let's empower transition age?foster youth to achieve their dreams and build a brighter future. To learn more about First Place For Youth and view our current job openings, please visit our website at?www.firstplaceforyouth.org/careers.
We are unable to sponsor work visas now or in the future.?
First Place will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and applicable law. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Civil Rights Department?Fair Chance Act?webpage or reviewing?this guidance?provide by the City of San Francisco. For additional information regarding your rights, please also review the?Summary of Your Rights Under the FCRA.?
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