The Worker Education and Resource Center, Inc. (WERC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization originally founded in 2002 in partnership with the Service Employees International Union, Local 721 and the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services. 

 WERC is currently looking to fill the full-time position of Curriculum Developer 

Rate of Pay – $72,800 Annually 

WERC’s Current Mission Statement 

To support workers experiencing barriers to employment in connecting to and retaining good, stable, and permanent jobs and improving quality of life. WERC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that supports workers experiencing barriers to employment in connecting to and retaining good, stable, and permanent jobs. WERC implements this mission through (1) customized training programs and supportive services for workers, including economically disadvantaged, justice-involved, and peer support workers, (2) collaborative partnerships and capacity building with employers, and (3) thought leadership. 

WERC’s core values – worker-centered, partnership, and equity – reflect its high road approach to workforce development. WERC values and promotes a community of employment built upon mutual trust, open communication, equality, teamwork, cultural competence, and a healthy work/life balance. 

Essential Qualifications 
Education and Experience: 

Associate degree or higher from an accredited university/college in a relevant field required or equivalent experience 

Required Experience 

• At least four years’ experience facilitating trainings/workshops/classes in an adult learning environment; 

• At least three years’ experience designing learning materials; 

• Knowledge of instructional design theory and learning principles; 

• Understanding of Multimedia Design and related software/tools 

• Familiarity with traditional and modern training methods, tools and techniques; 

• Excellent communication, presentation and public speaking skills; 

• Sound decision making and organizational skills; 

• Proficiency in MS Office, and relevant e-learning and multimedia software. 

Essential Duties and responsibilities 

Curriculum Research and Design  

• Provides instructional design support to WERC’s implementation teams 

• Demonstrates ability to understand and interpret educational needs and develop effective instructional resources and solutions on projects from concept through completion  

• Research instructional activities that address training outcomes and competencies; 

• Maintains thorough knowledge of instructional design methodologies including performance-based outcomes assessments   

• Develop interactive online and hybrid courses and programs, including creation and revision of course materials.  

• Assesses and evaluates online curriculum and activities with learning assessments to demonstrate an online course’s success in achieving learning outcomes  

• Analyzes learning management system data with WERC team to address pedagogical issues as needed 

• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process; 

• Develop criteria used to assess learner performance and create assessment instruments; 

• Work with client/partner and subject matter experts to identify target audience’s training goals, as needed;  

• Recommends educational technology to faculty that enables students to meet course learning objective goals and increases student engagement in online courses  

• Trains and supports WERC staff in the use of existing technology and tools associated to program development and online courses creations  

• Maintain curriculum documentation and course materials. 

Program Instruction and Implementation 

• Facilitate workshops and trainings (on and off-site) using alternative and non-traditional methodologies appropriate and effective for working with adult learners as needed when instructors are not available 

• Employ a variety of instructional methods including worker-centered, popular education, peer models, etc. 

• Employ creative teaching tools such as computers, interactive technology, games, drama, project group work, etc. that enhance the learning process. 

• Pilot curriculum and revise/refine curriculum materials/activities as needed; 

• Monitor participant learning by collecting, analyzing, and responding to participant evaluations; 

• Contribute to the creation of project work plans and adhere to project objectives and milestones; 

• Assist in the pre-screening of new program participants as needed; 

• Identify deficits in program implementation and collaborate with project team to develop solutions. 

 Essential Physical requirements 

The physical requirements indicated below are some examples of the physical aspects that the position must perform in conducting essential job functions: 

• Persons performing service in this position will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. 

• This type of work requires a combination of sitting, walking, and standing for periods of time. 

• The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate to high. This is a fast-paced office and/or classroom environment that requires the ability to remain focused with a lot going on around you. The employee’s essential functions are conducted in a climate-controlled office. 

Organizational Relationships and Interaction 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to: perform each essential duty satisfactorily; help maintain a healthy work environment; initiate and maintain professional interactions and communication with WERC employees and others; and interact with all levels of organizational staff and management, outside auditors, community partners, and vendors. 

Benefits 

The current benefits for full-time employees include full health through Kaiser (Platinum 10), Dental, and Vision, for you and your dependents, medical bridge insurance, Life and disability insurance, access to pre-tax flexible spending accounts for both health care and dependent care expenses. 

This is an optional hybrid position with at least three (3) days working in-office and two (2) days working remote. Remote work is not required, it is an option. The hybrid schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the business. We are in Pico Union/Westlake area, adjacent to Downtown Los Angeles. 

• Remote work must be done with a dedicated workspace that provides the same confidentiality as that offered within the office environment. 

• Candidates offered employment that choose to work remotely on any days offered are required, while working remotely, to have the non-public access necessary offices tools at their remote location to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Examples are high-speed internet connection, printer, scanner adding machine and telephone along with the necessary office supplies. 

• Candidates offered employment will also have the option of working in the office with zero (0) remote days and all supplies being provided within the office. 

• For candidates offered employment, remote work is not allowed to occur more than 50 miles away from the business address without prior written approval. 

• The office working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (offsite schedule may vary depending on program needs). 

The Worker Education and Resource Center, Inc. (WERC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization originally founded in 2002 in partnership with the Service Employees International Union, Local 721 and the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services.

WERC is currently looking to fill the full-time position of Program Manager of Workforce Development Initiatives

Rate of Pay – $90,000 Annually

WERC’s Current Mission Statement

To support workers experiencing barriers to employment in connecting to and retaining good, stable, and permanent jobs and improving quality of life. WERC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that supports workers experiencing barriers to employment in connecting to and retaining good, stable, and permanent jobs. WERC implements this mission through (1) customized training programs and supportive services for workers, including economically disadvantaged, justice-involved, and peer support workers, (2) collaborative partnerships and capacity building with employers, and (3) thought leadership.

WERC’s core values – worker-centered, partnership, and equity – reflect its high road approach to workforce development. WERC values and promotes a community of employment built upon mutual trust, open communication, equality, teamwork, cultural competence, and a healthy work/life balance.

Essential Qualifications
Education and Experience:

Previous experience managing and supervising programs and working under grant requirements, preferably with a background in workforce, homeless services, reentry services, behavioral health, healthcare, or other human services related work.

And
Graduation from a college or university with a master’s degree in behavioral health, education, labor-management, or related field.

With
With Five (5) years of recent (within the last year) related supervisory experience in grant/contract funded programming.

This position requires a minimum of five (5) years recent, previous verifiable supervisory experience, candidates without at least 5 years of supervisory experience will not be considered for this position.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Supervises assigned staff and/or consultant(s) of workforce development programming.
• Develops and implements innovative and imaginative approaches to providing quality workforce development and educational experiences for adult learners.
• Manages the evaluation and assessment of workforce development programming and staff.
• Assisting with preparing for audits and ensuring WERC’s compliance with applicable regulations, funder requirements, and contractual terms and conditions.
• Participates in the identification of new programs and funding initiatives and assists with development activities, such as grant writing, fund development and fundraising.
• Reviewing and approving monthly invoices and expenses of programming.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that enhance workforce development programming.
• Communicates effectively, in a culturally competent fashion, with diverse populations; promotes favorable interaction with managers, co-workers, program participants, community stakeholders, and others.
• Represents the philosophy and mission of WERC by participating in public testimony, coalitions, and related activities to advocate for quality, High Road workforce development programs, and other beneficial programs.
• Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders to enhance WERC’s workforce initiatives.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team environment, utilizing professional, open and respectful communication.
• Maintain a solution-focused, strengths-based and participant-centered approach with managers, co-workers and participants of WERC.
• Performing other related duties and/or assignments, as needed and requested by an immediate supervisor.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize projects, take initiative, handle multiple responsibilities, and meet assigned project deadlines utilizing proper time-management skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster effective teams and develop strong external relationships.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and independent problem solving.
• Ability to objectively observe, critique and evaluate written and performance data.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Candidates must be able to travel to sites within Los Angeles County to support training programs and a valid current unexpired California driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required for this position.
• A Background Check is required in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and a credit check is required for this position.

Essential Physical requirements

The physical requirements indicated below are some examples of the physical aspects that the position must perform in conducting essential job functions:

• Persons performing service in this position will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• This type of work requires a combination of sitting, walking, and standing for periods of time.
• The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate to high. This is a fast-paced office and/or classroom environment that requires the ability to remain focused with a lot going on around you. The employee’s essential functions are conducted in a climate-controlled office.

Organizational Relationships and Interaction

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to: perform each essential duty satisfactorily; help maintain a healthy work environment; initiate and maintain professional interactions and communication with WERC employees and others; and interact with all levels of organizational staff and management, outside auditors, community partners, and vendors.

Benefits

The current benefits for full-time employees include full health through Kaiser (Platinum 10), Dental, and Vision, for you and your dependents, medical bridge insurance, Life and disability insurance, access to pre-tax flexible spending accounts for both health care and dependent care expenses.

This is an optional hybrid position with at least three (3) days working in-office and two (2) days working remote. Remote work is not required, it is an option. The hybrid schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the business. We are in Pico Union/Westlake area, adjacent to Downtown Los Angeles.

• Remote work must be done with a dedicated workspace that provides the same confidentiality as that offered within the office environment.
• Candidates offered employment that choose to work remotely on any days offered are required, while working remotely, to have the non-public access necessary offices tools at their remote location to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Examples are high-speed internet connection, printer, scanner adding machine and telephone along with the necessary office supplies.
• Candidates offered employment will also have the option of working in the office with zero (0) remote days and all supplies being provided within the office.
• For candidates offered employment, remote work is not allowed to occur more than 50 miles away from the business address without prior written approval.
• The office working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (offsite schedule may vary depending on program needs).

The Worker Education and Resource Center, Inc. (WERC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization originally founded in 2002 in partnership with the Service Employees International Union, Local 721 and the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services.

WERC is currently looking to fill the full-time position of Program Manager of Supportive Services

Rate of Pay – $90,000 Annually

WERC’s Current Mission Statement

To support workers experiencing barriers to employment in connecting to and retaining good, stable, and permanent jobs and improving quality of life. WERC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that supports workers experiencing barriers to employment in connecting to and retaining good, stable, and permanent jobs. WERC implements this mission through (1) customized training programs and supportive services for workers, including economically disadvantaged, justice-involved, and peer support workers, (2) collaborative partnerships and capacity building with employers, and (3) thought leadership.

WERC’s core values – worker-centered, partnership, and equity – reflect its high road approach to workforce development. WERC values and promotes a community of employment built upon mutual trust, open communication, equality, teamwork, cultural competence, and a healthy work/life balance.

Essential Qualifications
Education and Experience:

Previous experience managing and supervising programs and working under grant requirements, preferably with a background in workforce, homeless services, reentry services, behavioral health, healthcare, or other human services related work.

And

Graduation from a college or university with a master’s degree in social work/social welfare, psychology, or related field. CA clinical licensure for a minimum of two years in good standing is required.

This position requires a minimum of five (5) years recent, previous verifiable supervisory experience, candidates without at least 5 years of supervisory experience will not be considered for this position.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Supervise Case Management and Program Assistant Team.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that enhance case management practices at WERC.
• Coordination of MSW internship program, which includes liaising with School of Social Work programs for the recruitment of MSW interns, tracking of program requirements, and the supervision of MSW interns.
• Oversee Cash Card Supportive Service Management for eligible Participants ensuring internal controls are followed and ensuring that enrolled Participants are receiving supportive services timely and in accordance with our referral and provided services.
• Oversee the management of Participant files ensuring internal controls are met and contract and/or grant requirements.
• Perform internal audits of Participant files to ensure proper documentation is met in accordance with contract/grant requirements and internal guidelines.
• Ability to manage petty cash (AKA Cash Card) process with accuracy and manage Participants receiving Supportive Services timely.
• Develop and facilitate training related to supportive services and case management for internal staff, participants, funders, and public sector/community organizations.
• Participates in the identification of new programs and funding initiatives and assists with development activities, such as grant writing, fund development and fundraising.
• Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders to enhance WERC’s case management referral network.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team environment, utilizing professional, open and respectful communication.
• Maintain a solution-focused, strengths-based and participant-centered approach with managers, co-workers and participants of WERC.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize projects, take initiative, handle multiple responsibilities, and meet assigned project deadlines utilizing proper time-management skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster effective teams and develop strong external relationships.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and independent problem solving.
• Ability to objectively observe, critique and evaluate written and performance data.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Candidates must be able to travel to sites within Los Angeles County to support training programs and a valid current unexpired California driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required for this position.
• A Background Check is required in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and a credit check is required for this position.

Essential Physical requirements

The physical requirements indicated below are some examples of the physical aspects that the position must perform in conducting essential job functions:

• Persons performing service in this position will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• This type of work requires a combination of sitting, walking, and standing for periods of time.
• The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate to high. This is a fast-paced office and/or classroom environment that requires the ability to remain focused with a lot going on around you. The employee’s essential functions are conducted in a climate-controlled office.

Organizational Relationships and Interaction

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to: perform each essential duty satisfactorily; help maintain a healthy work environment; initiate and maintain professional interactions and communication with WERC employees and others; and interact with all levels of organizational staff and management, outside auditors, community partners, and vendors.

Benefits

The current benefits for full-time employees include full health through Kaiser (Platinum 10), Dental, and Vision, for you and your dependents, medical bridge insurance, Life and disability insurance, access to pre-tax flexible spending accounts for both health care and dependent care expenses.

This is an optional hybrid position with at least three (3) days working in-office and two (2) days working remote. Remote work is not required, it is an option. The hybrid schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the business. We are in Pico Union/Westlake area, adjacent to Downtown Los Angeles.

• Remote work must be done with a dedicated workspace that provides the same confidentiality as that offered within the office environment.
• Candidates offered employment that choose to work remotely on any days offered are required, while working remotely, to have the non-public access necessary offices tools at their remote location to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Examples are high-speed internet connection, printer, scanner adding machine and telephone along with the necessary office supplies.
• Candidates offered employment will also have the option of working in the office with zero (0) remote days and all supplies being provided within the office.
• For candidates offered employment, remote work is not allowed to occur more than 50 miles away from the business address without prior written approval.
• The office working hours are 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (offsite schedule may vary depending on program needs).