JCC Greater Boston · 1 day ago
Inclusion Director
Newton, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$86K/yr - $90K/yrJCC Greater Boston is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community where all individuals are valued and respected. The Inclusion Director will lead efforts to create an inclusive culture, develop adaptive programs, and support staff in embedding inclusive practices across the organization.
Non-profit Organization Management
Hiring Manager
Mary Singleton
Responsibilities
Lead organization-wide efforts to build a culture where inclusion is the norm and embraced by both staff and members
Develop and implement strategies that promote empathy, connection, and belonging across all touchpoints of the JCC experience
Design and deliver educational opportunities that support inclusive practice as a standard for all employees
Partner with departments to ensure that values of inclusion are reflected in communication, behavior, environment, and decision-making
Cultivate a shared responsibility for inclusion among all employees and members, promoting a community where everyone feels welcomed and valued
Build meaningful relationships with staff and members to encourage inclusive attitudes and proactive support
Regularly assess organizational climate and culture through staff feedback, member input, and observation to guide ongoing improvement
Build capacity and support staff across programs
Provide ongoing coaching and professional development to help staff create welcoming and accessible environments
Partner with departments to embed inclusive practices into programming, staffing models, and engagement strategies
Serve as Point Person for participant inclusion and accessibility
Assess and recommend adaptive equipment and facilities improvements in collaboration with relevant teams
Develop and support intake and implementation processes
Collaborate with departments to create systems for participant intakes and individualized implementation plans
Ensure intake and support planning are designed to ensure equitable access to all JCC programs, reflecting the organizational commitment described in the statement
Train and coach staff to conduct intakes and develop support plans aligned with best practices
Provide consultation and troubleshooting support for complex or escalated inclusion-related cases
Advise departments on inclusive practices and for participant accommodations and accessibility
Ensure inclusion is embedded into program design and participant experiences
Act as a liaison for families, caregivers, and staff: serve as a central resource for families, caregivers, and staff by offering guidance, strengthening communication, and supporting coordinated plans that ensure participants of all abilities can fully engage in JCC programs
Provide coaching and consultation that build staff capacity and embed inclusive practice into program design, environments, and daily operations
In partnership with HR and community organizations, develop and support inclusive workforce initiatives that create meaningful employment pathways for individuals with disabilities, including identifying roles, coaching staff and participants, and evaluating program impact
Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued, seen, and respected
Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values including through personal role modeling
Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned, and actively participate in and support the goals and initiatives of JCCGB and the department
Hire, mentor, and support adaptive program instructors and staff
Identifying key areas of growth and creating individual goals for the year to update periodically and aligned with the expectations of JCC Performance Management program
Uphold the policies of the organization and align work with the overall mission, vision and strategic objectives of the JCC; report to the [supervisor] any related issues
Create/facilitate an environment where employees can achieve individual goals
Build and maintain a positive working relationship to achieve desired outcomes and the ongoing professional growth of the direct report
Conduct supervisory meetings to provide on-going guidance, direction and supervision
Identifying key areas of staff growth, oversee progress of goals, and write and conduct performance reviews aligned with JCC standards and the expectations of JCC Performance Management program
Qualification
Required
Lead organization-wide efforts to build a culture where inclusion is the norm and embraced by both staff and members
Develop and implement strategies that promote empathy, connection, and belonging across all touchpoints of the JCC experience
Design and deliver educational opportunities that support inclusive practice as a standard for all employees
Partner with departments to ensure that values of inclusion are reflected in communication, behavior, environment, and decision-making
Cultivate a shared responsibility for inclusion among all employees and members, promoting a community where everyone feels welcomed and valued
Build meaningful relationships with staff and members to encourage inclusive attitudes and proactive support
Regularly assess organizational climate and culture through staff feedback, member input, and observation to guide ongoing improvement
Build capacity and support staff across programs
Provide ongoing coaching and professional development to help staff create welcoming and accessible environments
Partner with departments to embed inclusive practices into programming, staffing models, and engagement strategies
Design, enhance, implement, and oversee adaptive programs tailored to a wide range of abilities across JCC departments
Serve as Point Person for participant inclusion and accessibility
Assess and recommend adaptive equipment and facilities improvements in collaboration with relevant teams
Develop and support intake and implementation processes
Collaborate with departments to create systems for participant intakes and individualized implementation plans
Ensure intake and support planning are designed to ensure equitable access to all JCC programs
Train and coach staff to conduct intakes and develop support plans aligned with best practices
Provide consultation and troubleshooting support for complex or escalated inclusion-related cases
Advise departments on inclusive practices and for participant accommodations and accessibility
Ensure inclusion is embedded into program design and participant experiences
Act as a liaison for families, caregivers, and staff
Provide coaching and consultation that build staff capacity and embed inclusive practice into program design, environments, and daily operations
In partnership with HR and community organizations, develop and support inclusive workforce initiatives that create meaningful employment pathways for individuals with disabilities
Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued, seen, and respected
Support JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values including through personal role modeling
Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned, and actively participate in and support the goals and initiatives of JCCGB and the department
Oversee adaptive program instructors and staff, as assigned
Hire, mentor, and support adaptive program instructors and staff
Identifying key areas of growth and creating individual goals for the year to update periodically
Uphold the policies of the organization and align work with the overall mission, vision and strategic objectives of the JCC
Create/facilitate an environment where employees can achieve individual goals
Build and maintain a positive working relationship to achieve desired outcomes and the ongoing professional growth of the direct report
Conduct supervisory meetings to provide on-going guidance, direction and supervision
Identifying key areas of staff growth, oversee progress of goals, and write and conduct performance reviews aligned with JCC standards
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive work environment with a hybrid work option
Company
JCC Greater Boston
We believe in a vibrant and evolving Jewish community where everyone belongs.
Founded in 1983
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lily Rabinoff-Goldman
Chief Executive Officer
Mark Sokoll
President and CEO
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