Director, Learn and Earn EO/ACCES-VR Liaison

Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate all aspects of the Learn and Earn program. Ensure all required Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program elements are provided and all goals and contractual mandates are met. Overall responsibilities include:

• Oversight of all aspects of the Learn and Earn Program and ensuring all personnel are abiding by NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and RiseBoro’s policies and procedures
• Ensure all required Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) program elements are provided including educational services, work-based learning, occupational training, leadership development, support services, mentoring, guidance counseling, financial literacy, entrepreneurial skills training and work readiness training
• Plan and oversee work-based learning and work experience opportunities
• Develop and place youth at work-based learning sites and maintain productive relationships with employers and positive collaborative relationships with high school personnel
• Oversee the outreach, recruitment, application intake, enrollment, and retention process
• Oversee and review all information input into the DYCD Connect PTS database
• Review & approve all program element activities & follow up services
• Communicate with Learn and Earn staff regularly to ensure all deadline dates are being met, all issues are being addressed, follow up visits are being made, referrals are being properly made, youths are properly signing-in and sign sheets are being calculated correctly
• Prepare participant incentives, ensuring all required backup is in order and submitting requests throughout the year.
• Maintain all program records
• Ensure all program reports and verification tools are submitted to DYCD on timely basis
• Maintain contact with DYCD officials and staff throughout the program period
• Attend all DYCD monthly program provider meetings

EO-WIOA Liaison / ACCES-VR Liaison Responsibilities:

• Serve as EO-WIOA Liaison / ACCES-VR Liaison
• Adhere to the Non-discrimination and Equal Opportunity provisions for WIOA (29 CFR Part 38)
• Attend all required meetings/trainings regarding EO-WIOA
• Review agency’s written policies to make sure policies are nondiscriminatory
• Comply with Section 188/Americans with Disability Act and Section 504
• Orientate staff/participants/linkages/partnerships/employers on the Non-discrimination and Equal Opportunity provisions for WIOA, which include, but are not limited, to the following: a. Reasonable Accommodations Policies and Procedures b. Grievance Policies and Procedures c. Discrimination Complaint Policies and Procedures
• Complete and submit all required documents in a professional & timely manner, which include, but are not limited to the following: a. Training Tracking Form b. WIOA Interagency Release of Information Form (if applicable) c. Discrimination Complaint Log to be submitted to DYCD quarterly. d. Issue, review and obtain signature on the Notice of Rights Acknowledgment Bulletin (NORAB) for staff/participants/linkages/partnerships/employers, maintaining NORAB with original signature on file
• Share ACCES-VR User Friendly Guide with all participants/employees. Complete the DYCD/ACCESVR Checklist, if applicable.
• Prominently display all required postings
• Publicize the contact information for designated EO/ACCES-VR liaison, staff that handles complaints, and staff with access to confidential files
• Publicize the auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals living with disabilities
• Ensure that DYCD has accurate and up to date information in a timely manner
• Conduct outreach and education about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination requirements consistent with 29 CFR 38.40 and how an individual may file a complaint consistent with 29 CFR 38.69
• Ensure that the DYCD approved LEP Plan/Babel Notice is shared with participants & employees
• Oversee the implementation of the LEP Plan

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all staff activities; convene meetings with staff; plan and conduct staff orientation and training
• Be an enthusiastic, positive, and motivated coach for staff
• Manage performance of the team to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality services
• Ensure teams operates the program in accordance with RiseBoro’s policies, procedures and guidelines
• Ensure teams are always appropriately staffed
• Review and approve staff timesheets on a bi-weekly basis and submit to the payroll department for processing
• Evaluate staff performance

COMPETENCIES

• At least three years of related experience, which may include supervising and managing youth development or workforce development services for youth
• Ability to organize and maintain detailed records, complete necessary paperwork, and meet prescribed deadlines
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
• Ability to prioritize tasks and pay attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; working knowledge of internal database monitoring process to fulfill program goals
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
• Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
• Have a demonstrated commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ people, immigrants, justice involved persons, etc.)
• Maintain a culture of teamwork and respect among youth and staff

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience or an Associate’s degree and five years of relevant experience including case management experience

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Qualifications

It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Salary : $56,000 - $60,000