Job Title: Associate Clinical Director
Department: Clinical
Classification: Full-Time – Exempt
About the Organization:
Led by founder and CEO, Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, the Center for Youth Wellness (CYW) is part of a national effort to revolutionize
pediatric medicine and transform the way society responds to children exposed to significant Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and
Toxic Stress. CYW has a three-pronged strategic approach to addressing an emerging public health crisis: clinical innovation; research; and
movement building. While CYW’s direct service work is housed within a pediatric clinic that serves children and families in the Bayview
Hunters Point neighborhood of San Francisco, its work highlights the way in which pediatricians, policymakers and society in general
recognize, treat, and respond to youth who may be at risk or are experiencing Toxic Stress. CYW aims to bring about better health
outcomes throughout the life course. We're poised to continue growing our model of clinical, research and movement building in relentless
pursuit of our goal to improve the health of children and adolescents exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences.
Read more about our past successes and new partnerships at our website: www.centerforyouthwellness.org
Position Summary:
The Center for Youth Wellness (CYW) seeks a Director of Policy to work as part of the Policy team. The Director works closely with the
CEO, Executive Director and the CYW clinical, research and community engagement teams to develop and effectuate a policy agenda that
helps improve the health of the children, adolescents and families that we serve. The Director of Policy reports to the Executive Director.
Responsibilities:
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The Director of Policy is responsible for conducting research into emerging policy trends in the areas of ACEs, toxic stress and
trauma informed systems of care. Research is to include maintaining a library of all relevant organizations operating in this area
and any and all policy initiatives occurring at the local, state and national level to address ACEs and trauma.
The Director of Policy is responsible for creating written materials, including policy reports, to advance and inform state and
national policy related to Adverse Childhood Experiences and toxic stress.
The Director of Policy is responsible for leading and executing policy-related events, including statewide summit on ACEs and
legislative hearings, in collaboration with the Executive Director.
The Director of Policy is responsible for maintaining and advancing policy-related partnerships at the local, state, and federal
level.
The Director of Policy is responsible for representing CYW at policy-related forums, events, and initiatives.
The Director of Policy is responsible for leading and advancing a 3-year statewide cross-sector policy campaign, including
coordinating the Leadership Committee, a statewide cross-sector public-private partnership.
The Director of Policy is responsible for developing and advancing state-level legislation related to ACEs and toxic stress in
collaboration with CYW state policy partners.
The Director of Policy is responsible for tracking all policy outputs, including policy reports, legislation, and convening’s.
The Director of Policy is responsible for collaborating with CYW’s multi-disciplinary team, including research, clinical, and
communications, to advance and promote organizational mission.
The Director of Policy will also be responsible for other projects to be determined.
Skills and Qualifications:
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Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, across all levels of the organization.
Exceptional writing and analytical skills required.
Ability to learn quickly, take initiative and exercise sound judgment in making decisions and completing projects.
Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines; strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary and diverse team.
Strong computer skills, particularly strong with Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to manage time and track outcomes and progress.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, service and mission-driven environment.
3450 3rd Street, Bldg 2, Suite 201
San Francisco, CA 94124
centerforyouthwellness.org
415.684.9520
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Ability to be creative and flexible in day-to-day work.
Understanding of cultural competence and diversity informed approaches
Requirements:
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JD, MPH, MPP preferred
Strong knowledge of how to move and advance a policy agenda.
Strong knowledge of the state and federal legislative process.
Strong ability to read and analyze legislation and policy related documents and materials.
Knowledge of the Bayview Hunters Point Community history and challenges and demonstrated cultural competency in working
with this community.
Knowledge and understanding of how to track data to evaluate the efficacy and quality of policy outputs.
Bilingual preferred
Compensation:
Salary based on experience and qualifications. Please provide your salary expectations.
How to apply: To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to: hiring@centerforyouthwellness.org with
“Director of Policy” in the subject line.
Center for Youth Wellness provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital
status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including
genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
3450 3rd Street, Bldg 2, Suite 201
San Francisco, CA 94124
centerforyouthwellness.org
415.684.9520