Director of Programs - Skilled Nursing Fund - Center for Caregiver Advancement

Director of Programs - Skilled Nursing Fund (SNF)

At the heart of our diverse community lies the Center for Caregiver Advancement (CCA). As California's foremost beacon of providing quality training programs for long-term care workers, we ardently foster an environment where every caregiver, regardless of background, feels embraced and empowered. Rooted in values of inclusivity and equity, our mission is to build the workforce of highly trained caregivers that many Californians can’t live without.

Every day for the next 15 years, 10,000 turn 65. This transition not only signifies a new chapter in their lives but also emphasizes the profound need to nurture and grow our long-term care workforce, ensuring we rise compassionately to the occasion. Recognizing that a significant portion of our devoted direct care workers come from varied ethnicities and international origins, we are poised to meet these emerging needs, ensuring our caregivers are fully equipped to provide the utmost care.

Nestled within CCA the Education Fund stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and unity. Rooted in partnership, skilled nursing facility employers collaborate with SEIU Local 2015, creating a labor-management partnership founded on quality training. Together, our focus remains unwavering: to support training programs for workers across approximately 80 facilities statewide. Beyond training, we aim to ignite passions, foster dreams, and lay foundations for brighter futures. With classes and certifications, we ensure every caregiver is equipped with the tools to excel in their invaluable role.

<< ONLY California Residents will be considered >>

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt

Annual Salary Range: $105K-$120K

Schedule: Hybrid

*Travel to the Los Angeles area for in-person meetings will be required approximately 12 times during the year.*

Position Summary:

The Director of Programs - Skilled Nursing Fund (SNF) reports to the Chief Program Officer. The Director of Programs - SNF is a key member of CCA’s leadership team. This position is responsible for overseeing the coordination and administration of the key aspects for upcoming and ongoing programs, including planning, organizing, staffing, and leading the direction of program activities.This position engages in high level strategy and decision making processes to meet the current and anticipated needs of the union, employers and bargaining unit members in the SEIU Local 2015 Education Training and Trust Fund.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership in developing program and budget plans with the CPO, and carry out plans and policies authorized by the Board.

• Develops and implements Education Fund programs in California.

• Ability to analyze data regarding outcomes of education and training programs resulting in recommendations to the CPO

• Negotiate agreements with a wide variety of educational vendors

• Establish and cultivate working relationships with key union and management representatives

• Develop and provide various reports for the CPO, Board, and to support bargaining

• Keep abreast of trends and changes to long-term care and healthcare industry in California and nationally

• Maintain consistent and regular communications with the CPO on progress of program delivery

• Develop infrastructure for Education Fund operations throughout California that meets the needs of the geographic spread of the membership

• Coordinates and works with the CPO, Board and leadership team to implement the strategic plan and vision of the Ed Fund

• Represents the Ed Fund interest at external meetings including speaking engagements

• Assesses needs and ensures that program objectives are met.

• Responsible for maintaining program budgets.

• Responsible for directing outreach efforts as well as implementing and maintaining the highest standard for outreach by developing and communicating clear expectations to program staff to meet the needs of students and ensure success

• Actively leads field support by modeling behavior, providing direction, and coaching to improve performance

• Develops, monitors, evaluates, and refines Education Fund program processes to ensure optimal delivery and quality experience for students

• Conducts observations of vendors, instructional team, vendors and staff to ensure quality program delivery

• Monitors recruitment and program data and takes corrective action to ensure successful enrollment and retention outcomes

• Other duties as assigned by CPO or designee

Required Competencies

• Strategic Planning and Execution: Demonstrated success in leading efforts in planning and driving effective implementation with focus on global organizational goals.

• Inspiring Leadership: Demonstrated success in motivating and retaining highly talented staff and proven ability to mentor and empower staff members.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in social services or related field; master’s degree preferred.

• Bilingual preferred (in Spanish/English, Chinese/English, Korean/English, or Armenian/English).

• Two years’ experience developing program structure, with emphasis on recruitment and adult education.

• Familiarity with the healthcare environment strongly preferred.

• Five years of experience managing programming, with at least two years in a supervisory capacity.

• Experience assessing staff performance, and developing and delivering staff training.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to foster a cooperative atmosphere in a diverse community.

• Highly organized, systemic thinker with strong management skills.

• Exhibit collegiality and diplomacy within a team environment, display good work ethics and a mature understanding of cultural diversity.

• Demonstrate compassion, competency, and professional accountability for interactions with consumers, stakeholders, colleagues, and others.

• Proficient in MS Office applications and familiar with database programs.

• Flexibility to work long and irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

• Able to travel within California.

• Reliable transportation required.

• Commitment to the goals and mission of CCA.

Generous Benefits: Excellent benefits including 100% employer-paid medical, dental & vision for team members and eligible dependents, defined benefit pension plan with vesting at 3 years, and 401K plan. The organization also offers a generous time off & holiday schedule, with accrued Vacation and sick leave.

At CCA, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering a compassionate and inclusive organizational culture. Recognizing that the onus is on each of us to build and sustain an environment where mutual respect reigns and equal opportunities flourish, we are eager to welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life.

We appreciate the diverse richness they bring to our organization and especially encourage people of color, those living with disabilities, bilingual and bicultural individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community to share their unique perspectives with our team.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CCA stands firmly against any form of discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, age, reprisals for engaging in anti-discrimination activities, protected genetic information, sexual orientation, or parental status. We wear our badge of equality with immense pride, always upholding fair employment practices with deep empathy and inclusivity.