Job Details
Overview:
Under the general supervision of the Director of LGBTQIA+ Programming, Resources, Innovation, Development and Engagement (“the Director”), the Program Coordinator, Center Lane serves the psychosocial needs of participants at a Westchester-based community program serving LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer and questioning plus) youth ages up to 21, and assists the Director in coordination and implementation of services. This is a full-time position, with a salary of $60,000.
Responsibilities
As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
- Provides supportive counseling, outreach, case management, and advocacy services to LGBTQIA+ youth/adolescents/young adults and parents/caregivers/families;
- Facilitates support groups and drop-in sessions for LGBTQIA+ youth/adolescents/young adults and parents/caregivers;
- Maintains client records and data;
- Organizes and implements educational and recreational activities for youth/adolescents/young adults;
- Prepares and delivers training, workshops and other outreach for students, parents/caregivers and families, professionals, and community members;
- Coordinates outreach to communities throughout the region in order to promote Center Lane programs and activities, including but not limited to: tabling at events/fairs/festivals, organizing with other nonprofits/youth bureaus/schools, and arranging pop-up/remote/virtual programming for youth at partners' locations;
- Provides crisis intervention with LGBTQIA+ youth/adolescents/young adult clients;
- Manages volunteer and alumni engagement and recognition;
- Other duties as assigned by the Director
Requirements:
We are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications:
- Masters degree in social work or mental health counseling preferred;
- Experience working with youth/adolescents/young adults;
- Strong knowledge of issues affecting LGBTQIA+ youth and their families;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to relate well with clients, supervisors, program officials, employees and others;
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing;
- Must have reliable transportation to travel to satellite sites and community events and presentations;
- Must be able to work Friday evenings and other late nights and weekends.
What WJCS has to offer you:
In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Generous paid time off
- Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a generous Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Disability and life insurance
- 403(b) Plan and Agency-Paid Pension Plan
- On-Going Professional Training and Development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives
- Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements