Special Needs Life Skills Program Supervisor

We all face challenges and transitions in our lives, and when we do, we must be able to count on the strength of community for support. For the people of Los Angeles, Jewish Family Service LA (JFSLA) is that trusted source of support. We are a comprehensive network of services that welcomes individuals and families of all ages and identities to our full spectrum of care. Our highly trained staff and volunteers work closely with individuals and their loved ones to problem-solve and guide them on their paths to safety, security, wellness, and fulfillment.

JFSLA staff share in our mission and work towards our goals with the highest level of responsibility, professionalism, and integrity. JFS demonstrates our commitment to our staff by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a nurturing environment.

JFSLA is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. In recruiting for our team, we seek the unique contributions that individuals can bring from all backgrounds. We strive for a diverse team in order to better serve our clients and ensure our excellence as an organization in identifying, designing and delivering solutions.

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JFS Special Needs Life Skills Program Supervisor oversees the planning and implementation of JFS life skill program activities including parent support groups/workshops, targeted case management and recreational/Life Skills activities. Some evenings and Sunday hours required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree Preferred in Social Work, Special Education, or related field
• Ability to exhibit strong leadership skills; two years of supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Specific knowledge and experience working with the Special Needs population and strong knowledge of community resources
• Ability to be creative, enthusiastic, and positively engage with members of the community
• Strong skillset with developing and planning programs and activities
• Strong skillset with developing and sustaining networks and relationships with community providers and stakeholders
• Strong skillset in community outreach and the ability to develop and give community presentations[JG1] [ND2]
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint etc.) to create systems to track program activities and outcomes, write reports, and regularly share data with internal/external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, set priorities and complete projects within specified timeframes

• Be culturally sensitive and able to work with multi-cultural client/customer populations
• Work in a nonjudgmental manner
• Maintain professional boundaries
• Foster positive growth/outcomes and work as part of a team
• Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) prior to beginning employment

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and support JFS Special Needs Life Skills strategic plan, program goals and objectives.
• Provide direct weekly supervision to program staff focused on targeted case management and Life Skills Programming.
• Hiring, coaching and monitoring performance of staff and provide ongoing training and corrective feedback.
• Supervision and training of paraprofessional volunteers as needed
• Through virtual, site-based and community-based locations, support and develop programming designed to foster Life Skills for adults with developmental disabilities and create curricula to address their needs.
• Develop, promote and co-facilitate parent/caregiver psychoeducational groups and community workshops.
• Promote JFS Life Skills Program through community outreach and presentations and identify areas of potential collaboration and partnership.
• Collaborate with other JFS programs and Director of Volunteers to expand the JFS supported volunteer life-Skills Program.
• Utilize electronic health record for all services provided and monitor the tracking and analysis of program outcome data; prepare reports including narrative descriptions.
• Other related responsibilities as needed

Jewish Family Service is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

This position reports to Director of Central Access

Jewish Family Service is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.