CARE Director
About the role
The CARE Director oversees confidential campus advocacy and prevention services for sexual assault, intimate partner/domestic violence, and stalking. The incumbent is directly responsible for the supervision of CARE staff and establishes and achieves departmental goals and objectives through coordinated achievements of all CARE professionals and student staff.
Responsibilities
Develops and implements strategic vision and short and long-term goals for CARE to address the CARE service needs of the campus community.
Ensures all CARE services and programming are survivor-centered, trauma-informed, intersectional, and empowerment-based.
Develops, implements, and reviews policies and procedures that guide the operations of CARE, consistent with University, federal, and state regulations as applicable.
Oversees budget expenditures for the CARE Office.
Administers grants related to advocacy and prevention education efforts as necessary.
Promotes a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement among staff.
Serves as a representative with expertise in intimate partner violence and sexual assault for University-wide initiatives, meetings, committees, and task forces.
Provides direct supervision of staff, including advocates, the Prevention Education Coordinator, Intake Coordinator, and student staff.
Maintains quality and standards of service provided by CARE staff and student staff, in accordance with relevant laws, policies, confidentiality requirements, and professional best practices.
Maintains proper stewardship of confidential client information.
Responsible for performance management of CARE staff and student staff in accordance with UC guidelines, providing probationary and annual performance appraisals, and implementing coaching, counseling, discipline, and dismissal.
Develops and maintains a work environment to ensure collaborative working relationships and open and direct communication.
Coordinates the development and implementation of campus-wide educational programs to eradicate interpersonal violence and foster a culture of consent and respect on campus.
Ensures outreach and accessibility of CARE services are intersectional and responsive to campus climate needs.
Serves as University spokesperson regarding sexual violence, sexual assault, intimate partner/domestic violence, and stalking to campus and community agencies.
Represents UC Santa Cruz on UC System-wide CARE Council, collaborating with other UC CARE directors to share developments in the field and best practices, implementing UC Sexual Violence/Sexual Harassment (SVSH) policy, and coordinating with UC Office of the President on compliance for campus, state, and federal mandates.
Consults with University leadership on high-risk scenarios and critical incidents related to interpersonal violence and sexual assault.
Serves as a resource for best practices in managing incidents related to intimate partner violence and sexual assault.
Collaborates with campus stakeholders to develop strategies for addressing complex issues related to interpersonal violence and sexual assault.
Provides direct support and intervention for clients (students, faculty, or staff) experiencing crises or requiring immediate assistance related to sexual assault, intimate partner/domestic violence, and stalking.
Conducts assessments to identify student needs and connect them with appropriate resources.
Facilitates training and workshops for students, staff, and faculty on topics of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and provides support on prevention and education outreach and engagement efforts.
Makes adjustments as necessary to improve outcomes based on monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of direct services.
Requirements
Proficient knowledge of interpersonal violence advocacy, trauma-informed practices, advocacy for survivors within the legal system, and Title IX policies and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with the profession.
Minimum one year of experience providing confidential advocacy services to individuals who have experienced sexual assault, intimate partner/domestic violence- sexual harassment and stalking.
Demonstrated strong supervisory and management skills- typically achieved after two or more years of experience- to provide expertise, guidance, case consultation, and professional development to Advocates and other CARE staff.
Specialized expertise and knowledge of sexual assault issues and victim advocacy, including survivor recovery, medical, legal, and adjudication procedures.
Strong theoretical and philosophical foundation in student services.
Qualifications
Master's degree in a relevant field such as psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field.
Minimum of five years of experience in sexual assault advocacy, prevention, or related fields.
Experience with trauma-informed care and survivor-centered approaches.
Knowledge of Title IX policies and procedures.
Ability to manage and supervise a team of professionals and student staff.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Skills
Confidentiality and sensitivity to trauma-informed care.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
UC Santa Cruz offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health and well-being. Benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
UC Retirement Pension Plan.
Optional life, legal, and pet insurance.
Paid holidays, plus accrued vacation and sick leave.
Discounts at UCSC recreation facilities.
Pay
Budgeted Salary: $100,100- $125,000/annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
Schedule
Full-time, FixedPercentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week.