Director of CARE

Director of CARE

The Director of Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education (CARE) oversees all operational functions of the CARE office at UCR. The Director of CARE directly supervises CARE staff that focuses on developing trauma-informed advocacy and primary prevention efforts at UCR to eliminate sexual violence, sexual harassment, intimate partner violence, stalking, and other forms of oppression.

The CARE department is within the Division of Health, Wellbeing, and Safety, a newly created portfolio focused on streamlining resources and providing access to programs and services designed to support students on a wide range of issues with a focus on holistic healing and support.

The Director of CARE will serve as a technical leader with a high degree of knowledge specific to the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. This position provides development, assessment, and improvement of survivor support and primary prevention of sexual violence across campus. Manages programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. The Director of CARE typically works on highly complex issues with complainants of sexual violence, assault, stalking, and/or domestic violence. Situations generally require decisions on matters that maybe unique, complex, without precedent, or may require quick thinking. The person in this role must be able to formulate strategies to best serve student, staff, and faculty interests in the immediate and long-term resolution of their situation. Applies breadth and depth of both institutional knowledge and state and federal legislation to develop sound long and short-term strategic plans and build relationships with key constituencies and stakeholders, including other unit directors in the Health Well-being & Safety portfolio. Participates in educational outreach services to diverse University populations. The incumbent must be well-versed and comfortable engaging in equity, inclusion, and social justice issues. This position reports to the Executive Director of Student Support & Advocacy.

The full salary range for the Director of CARE is $84,100 - $154,700 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $120,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter for full consideration. Please note that candidates may be asked to conduct a presentation as a part of the recruitment process.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. - Required

Is a qualified psychotherapist under the California evidence code, or has a master's degree in counseling or has one year of counseling experience with six months rape crisis experience. - Preferred

Advanced degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. - Preferred

Experience Requirements

6 - 10 years of related experience. - Required

Previous supervisory/managerial experience. - Preferred

Certification Requirements

California Certification for Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor Training. - Preferred

California Certification for Domestic Violence Advocates. - Preferred

Special Conditions

Must be able to provide and/or schedule services, advocacy and crisis intervention outside of regular business hours as appropriate. - Required

Must maintain confidentiality within the bounds of applicable laws and regulations, including Evidence Code 1035.2 and 1037.2. Accordingly, advocates are not reporters under SVSG Policy, Title IX, or the Jeanne Clery Security Act. - Required

Must pass a background fingerprint screening. - Required

Ability to drive and provide transportation for students to schools and event sites. - Required

Drug and Alcohol Test. - Required

Must have the ability to travel to conferences, seminars and trainings. - Required

Demonstrated ability to work with and effectively support individuals who have experienced sexual or domestic violence, sexual harassment, and staking. Exercises mature professional judgment and the flexible use of a wide range advocacy skills. - Required

Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations. - Required

Must maintain the privilege and confidentiality of communications with users of CARE services as required under California Evidence Code 1035.2 (Sexual Assault Counselor) and 1037.2 (Domestic Violence Counselor). Accordingly, advocates are NOT Campus Security Authorities (CSA) under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. - Required

Must possess or obtain a valid driver license in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. - Preferred

Minimum Requirements

Strong skills in assessing levels of emotional distress and reacting appropriately.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the interpretation and implementation of federal and state law related to sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.

Demonstrated supervisory skills to guide behavioral health providers on treatment methods.

Demonstrated ability to work with people of various ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Advanced experience in speaking in front of diverse audiences and the ability to adapt materials quickly so that the audience can understand the concepts being presented.

Ability to manage fiscal resources effectively.

Ability to work in a highly collaborative manner; strong problem-solving and interpersonal abilities to function as a resource to professional advocacy staff on especially challenging, sensitive or complex cases.

Knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession, such as the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights / Title IX, Violence Against Women Act, Clery Act, CA Victim's Rights Laws, and The White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault, and other relevant legislation and reports.

Proven ability to work effectively within and outside of the university system in developing relationships and programs to address issues and needs.

In depth experience with computer programs used in the university such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, case tracking systems and other key programs necessary to perform the requirements of the position.

Demonstrated ability to work with individuals who have experienced interpersonal violence which includes sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking and harassment.

Advanced ability to maintain professional boundaries with survivors and ensure legal protections of confidentiality and privilege are adhered to by subordinates.

Demonstrated ability to work with staff and clients of various ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation and gender identities.

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