Vocational Electives Supervisor (VOCELESUP-01)

New Freedom's Career; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Strong benefits package

$0 medical plan option + employer-led/

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Free meals, snacks, gym access

Job summary

New Freedom is seeking a Vocational Electives Supervisor to lead the Vocational Electives Program at our Peoria Facility in Phoenix, AZ. You will oversee staff, coordinate curriculum development, and collaborate with treatment teams and community partners to advance workforce readiness and employment preparation.

The role emphasizes leadership, curriculum design, and building employer and workforce partnerships to help members develop job skills and secure employment in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associates or bachelor’s in psychology/related field preferred.
• Behavioral Health Paraprofessional designation (BHPP) or BHPP-related credentials preferred.
• Minimum 21 years old; strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience developing curriculum, training programs, or workforce-readiness initiatives.
• Knowledge of workforce development, vocational programming, and employment services.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Vocational Electives Program operations and workforce readiness initiatives.
• Supervise and support Vocational Electives Specialists and staff.
• Develop and maintain vocational curriculum and training materials.
• Monitor member participation, skill development, and employment readiness outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, workforce agencies, and community partners.
• Support employment placement efforts and career pathway development.
• Ensure program quality, compliance, and KPIs; collaborate with clinical, reentry, and community services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Curriculum development

Staff supervision

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Locations

Showing 1 location

Peoria Facility
2532 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85029, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required : Yes
• Pay or shift range: $50,000 USD to $70,000 USD
• Direct Service/Clinical
• Full-Time

Description

Join New Freedom – Where Second Chances Become Bright Futures

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About Us

At New Freedom, we believe meaningful employment and workforce development are key components of long-term recovery and successful community reintegration. As a Vocational Electives Supervisor, you'll help individuals build practical skills, confidence, and career pathways that support lasting independence and opportunity.

We move fast, expect a lot from each other, and show up every day to do meaningful, impactful work. If you’re driven, collaborative, and energized by making a real difference—this is where you belong.

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Why You’ll Love Working Here

We take care of the people who take care of others. At New Freedom, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay and strong benefits package
• $0 medical plan option + employer-supported coverage
• 401(k) with match
• Generous paid time off
• Free meals, snacks, drinks, gym access
• A mission that matters—and a team that works hard to deliver on it

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About the Role

The Vocational Electives Supervisor is responsible for the leadership, coordination, and oversight of New Freedom's Vocational Electives Program. This role leads staff and programming focused on workforce readiness, vocational training, career development, and employment preparation. Working closely with treatment teams, employers, workforce partners, and community organizations, the Vocational Electives Supervisor helps members develop job skills, achieve employment goals, and successfully transition into the workforce.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is passionate about workforce development and helping others succeed
• Enjoys leading teams, developing curriculum, and creating meaningful opportunities
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment that combines leadership, education, and community partnerships
• Believes in the power of employment and vocational training to change lives
• Enjoys collaborating with employers, workforce agencies, and community organizations

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What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Leading daily Vocational Electives Program operations and workforce readiness initiatives
• Supervising, developing, and supporting Vocational Electives Specialists and assigned staff
• Developing and maintaining vocational curriculum, training materials, and workforce readiness programming
• Monitoring member participation, skill development, employment readiness, and workforce outcomes
• Building and maintaining relationships with employers, workforce agencies, educational providers, and community partners
• Supporting employment placement efforts and career pathway development
• Monitoring program quality, compliance requirements, KPIs, and performance outcomes
• Collaborating with clinical, reentry, employment, and community-based services to support member success

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What Success Looks Like

• Members develop valuable workforce skills and career readiness competencies
• Vocational programming is engaging, effective, and aligned with workforce demands
• Employment readiness, workforce participation, and placement outcomes continue to improve
• Staff are engaged, accountable, and delivering high-quality programming
• Community and employer partnerships continue to expand and strengthen
• Program goals, compliance requirements, and quality standards are consistently achieved

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What We’re Looking For

• Behavioral Health Paraprofessional (BHPP) designation (Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) designation preferred)
• High school diploma or GED (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health, Education, Workforce Development, Human Services, Business, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or a related field preferred)
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Experience developing curriculum, training programs, workforce-readiness initiatives, or educational content
• Knowledge of workforce development, vocational programming, employment services, and workplace readiness practices
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic documentation systems
• Two years or more of supervisory, leadership, or program coordination experience preferred
• Three years or more of workforce development, vocational services, employment support, behavioral health, training, or education experience preferred
• Experience working with justice-involved, recovery, reentry, or behavioral health populations preferred
• Experience managing employer partnerships, workforce programs, or community relationships preferred
• Peer and Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) Certification preferred

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Environment + Physical Demands

This position operates in vocational training, workforce development, behavioral health, classroom, office, and community-based environments.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Frequent interaction with members, employees, employers, workforce agencies, and community partners
• Regular facilitation of training, workforce development, and employment-readiness activities
• Occasional travel to employment sites, workforce events, training locations, and partner organizations
• Frequent use of computers, training materials, workforce databases, and reporting systems
• Occasional lifting and movement of training materials and supplies up to 20 pounds

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Our Standard

We’re building something meaningful—and that requires people who show up, contribute, collaborate, and take ownership.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, be part of a driven team, and help shape the future of an organization—we want to hear from you.

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Equal Opportunity

New Freedom is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug and alcohol-free workplace, and compliant with Veteran and ADA regulations.

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"We’re not here to do small work—we’re here to change lives, rewrite stories, and rebuild communities. At New Freedom, you won’t just have a job. You’ll have a mission—to turn second chances into powerful comebacks."

Travel Required

Yes . Occasional/Local

Qualifications

Education

High School or better in General Studies or related field.

Preferred

Associates or better in Psychology or related field.

Experience

Required

Strong leadership, communication, organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Experience developing curriculum, training programs, or workforce-readiness initiatives Knowledge of workforce development, vocational programming, employment services, and workplace readiness practices Proficiency with computer systems and software, including MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Team), internet-based tools, and electronic documentation systems or Electronic Health Records (EHR) Behavioral Health Paraprofessional (BHPP) designation Must be 21 years or older

Preferred

Behavioral Health Technician designation (2+ years behavioral health work experience and/or higher education) 2 years: Supervisory, leadership, or program-coordination experience 3 years: Workforce development, vocational services, employment support, behavioral health, education, training, or related experience Experience working with justice-involved, recovery, reentry, or behavioral health populations Experience in workforce development, vocational rehabilitation, employment placement, apprenticeship programs, or adult education Experience managing community partnerships and employer relationships Lived experience in recovery and willingness to utilize recovery experience appropriately in support of members Peer and Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) Certification

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Safety Care Initial Cert Driver's License APS Verification Drug & Alcohol Testing Criminal Background Check CPR/FA Certification Annual TB Clearance

Preferred

MVR Clearance

Equal Opportunity Employer

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