CARE Program Director

ADVOCACY SUPV 2 (004254)

UCPath Position ID: 40049240

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

3/23/2026 7:40:45 PM

Date Last Edited:

3/23/2026 7:40:42 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS

Division Code:

7400D

Division:

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT

Department:

520000 - STUDENT SERVICES

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40049240

Position Description ID

253101

UC Payroll Title:

ADVOCACY SUPV 2 (004254)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 23

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

C: Supervisor - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40063681

Reports to Payroll Title:

BEH HEALTH CNSLNG MGR 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40063681

Department Head Payroll Title:

BEH HEALTH CNSLNG MGR 2

GENERAL DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent receives guidance in terms of broad goals and overall objectives and is responsible for establishing the methods to attain them. Generally the incumbent is in charge of an area of work, and typically formulates policy for this area but does not necessarily have final authority for approving policy.

004980 

ADVOCATE 4 SV

4

005256

PROJECT POLICY ANL 2 RP

1

004920

STDT 3

5-8

003276 

GSR-PARTIAL FEE REM

1

POSITION SUMMARY

The CARE Program Director provides strategic leadership for the CARE Office in alignment with the Student Affairs mission, UCLA priorities, and the CARE Program's commitment to addressing sexual and gender‑based violence. The Director oversees vision‑setting, strategic planning, budget mangaement, program development, and the daily operations of CARE's core functions: confidential advocacy services, prevention education, and healing‑centered programs. In addition to administrative leadership, the Director serves as a clinically trained advocate who provides direct services, crisis intervention, and maintains a small caseload. The Director also delivers prevention education and training on a regular basis to students, staff, and faculty, ensuring that services remain trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with campus and UC‑wide SVSH mandates.

The Director supervises up to five professional staff and 5–8 student staff, including one gradate student researcher and undergraduate peer educators who provide advocacy, prevention education, outreach, and healing programming. The Director maintains expert knowledge of federal, state, and university policies—including Title IX, VAWA, Clery, and UC systemwide guidelines—and serves as a key liaison across campus and UC‑wide working groups to strengthen SVSH prevention and response efforts. As a Student Affairs leader, the Director models True Bruin Values, contributes to divisional planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives, and represents the CARE Office on campus committees and collaborative efforts aimed at fostering a safer, more equitable community.

As a pivotal member of UCLA Student Affairs, you'll ignite the Bruin spirit and contribute to a vibrant community that champions academic success and holistic development. UCLA Student Affairs is the backbone of the Bruin journey, supporting students from admission to graduation and beyond. Engage in a role that spans personal growth, academic success, and community enrichment, connecting students with a wealth of resources and opportunities. Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of the UCLA legacy. Join us in shaping the future of UCLA, where every day you'll make a difference in the lives of our students and the broader Bruin family.

CARE champions a vision of a campus free from sexual and gender based violence and rooted in equity, dignity, and collective well being. Guided by an anti oppression framework, CARE is dedicated to building and sustaining a community where all people can thrive in safety and respect. Our work encompasses three interconnected service areas—Education, Advocacy, and Healing—which together address primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention and support. By cultivating compassion, expanding knowledge, and strengthening individual and collective resilience, CARE advances meaningful culture change and promotes a safer, healthier, and more just UCLA community. We Provide:

•  Community Education for Students, Staff, and Faculty

Provide campus wide, equity informed education that builds awareness, prevention skills, and shared responsibility for ending sexual and gender based violence.

•  Confidential, Trauma Informed Advocacy and Support

Deliver confidential, survivor centered advocacy that offers guidance, safety planning, and connection to resources through a trauma informed, culturally responsive approach.

•  Healing Focused Programs, Resources, and Collaboration

Offer healing centered programs and strengthen partnerships across campus to expand resources, promote resilience, and support a violence free community

We invite you to apply to be part of a dynamic team in a supportive environment where you can use your organizational and interpersonal skills and attention to detail to enhance the overall effectiveness and employee engagement in the Student Affairs organization. While you may not meet 100% of this job’s qualifications, if much of this job and qualifications describe you, then you are highly encouraged to apply.

Program Management

This role supports the Executive Director in developing and monitoring long range strategic and operational goals, program standards, budget management, and performance measures and evaluation aligned with institutional priorities. It oversees the daily operations of the CARE office, including staffing, scheduling, and overall administrative functioning, while providing training, supervision, and evaluation for CARE staff. The position ensures compliance with university policies and all relevant federal, state, and local regulations and professional standards. It represents the department on standing and ad hoc committees, builds collaborative relationships with campus and community partners, and coordinates reporting and consultation with systemwide stakeholders. The role may also serve as a departmental spokesperson in consultation with the University.

60%

Staff Supervison

The position provides direct supervision to five full time staff, including responsibility for onboarding, training, annual performance evaluations, and ongoing administrative supervision. It offers continual guidance on advocacy caseloads, providing case consultation and ensuring high quality, trauma informed service delivery. In addition, the role provides indirect supervision of the CARE Peer Education program, which includes oversight of the coordinator who supervises 5–8 peer educators responsible for outreach, social media support, marketing, and peer to peer educational programming for the CARE program.

20%

Direct Service

The CARE Program Director provides direct crisis support and advocacy services to survivors, including emergency response, safety planning, accompaniment, and ongoing case management. The role offers leadership and oversight for key departmental committees and ensures coordinated responses to campus needs. In addition, the Director manages the planning and execution of major CARE initiatives—including large scale programs such as Sexual Assault Awareness Month—and delivers prevention education and training to students, staff, and faculty. This position ensures that all direct services and educational efforts reflect best practices in trauma informed care, survivor centered advocacy, and community engagement.

20%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

•

Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree in Counseling, Social Welfare, or clinically related field. Licensed or license eligible; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required

1-3 Years experience in Sexual Violence Advocacy

Required

40 Hour Victim Advocate Certificate

Required

Demonstrated ability to communicate and deal effectively with individuals and groups in stressful situations.

Required

Demonstrated ability to work effectively, with supervision, under conditions of high stress and rapidly changing situations and circumstances.

Required

Demonstrated commitment to diverse approaches and pathways to healing and a commitment to community-based approaches to prevention.

Required

Demonstrated ability to cultivate collaborative relationships with campus partners.

Required

Demonstrated ability to cultivate strong organizational skills, professionalism,work ethic, and professional boundaries.

Required

Demonstrated knowledge, skills and sensitivity in addressing cultural, ethnic, and individualdiversity and potentially vulnerable special needs populations.

Required

Knowledge of FERPA, HIPAA, and all other applicable laws and ethic pertainingto mental health and higher education.

Required

Demonstrated knowledge and commitment on trauma focused care and client-centered approaches.

Required

Demonstrated interpersonal, problem solving, and organizational skills.

Required

Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in an interdisciplinary environment.

Required

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with individuals and groups.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Covel Commons

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Other Physical Requirements

If "Physical requirements other" was selected above, please explain (e.g., ability to differentiate color):

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

Communication skills

X

Numerical Skills

X

Mental demands other

X

Other Mental Requirements

If "Mental demands other" was selected above, please explain:

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.