LGBT Program Coordinator – Part-time

Peninsula Family Service – San Mateo, CA

Peninsula Family Service has been serving communities on the Peninsula for over 60 years and has been offering child development programs for 40 of those years. We empower children, families, and older adults to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency, building a strong and caring community. We offer employment opportunities and career growth. As the needs of our diverse community and clientele change, so do the services we offer. If you are just starting out in your career or a seasoned veteran looking to make a difference, Peninsula Family Service can be the perfect step for you. Our organization values its diverse workforce and the importance of teamwork. We provide opportunities for creative thinkers and problem-solvers alike.

LGBT Program Coordinator – Part-time

Peninsula Family Service is seeking an LGBT Program Coordinator for our Peer Counseling Program.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The LGBT Coordinator coordinates peer counseling services to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender clients. The duties include recruiting volunteers to become peer counselors and LGBT clients for peer counseling services. The responsibilities include providing outreach and sensitivity training in the community.

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt, Part-time

REPORTS TO: Senior Peer Counselor Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Strong background in working with older adults with special emphasis on grief, depression, isolation and lives in transition.
2. 3 years of experience working with and strong understanding of the needs of LGBT elders.
3. At least one year experience in outreach, volunteer recruitment, community organizing, marketing/public relations, and/or sales.
4. Experience in teaching, and/or providing training to groups preferred.
5. Appreciation and knowledge of cultural diversity.
6. Effective verbal and written communication.
7. Computer literate including email, MSWord.
8. Maturity, good judgment, dependability, accuracy and attention to detail.
9. Flexibility and ability to work as a team player required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Recruit LGBT sensitive volunteers to become peer counselors and interview
prospective candidates for the training class.
2. Recruit potential LGBT clients for peer counseling.
3. Provide LGBT cultural sensitivity training to groups in the community.
4. Co-supervision of LGBT senior peer counselors.
5. Participate in meetings related to the program, provide outreach in the community and network with community agencies as specified by supervisor.
6. Compile data and complete forms as required for program contract.
7. Establish new peer counseling groups as needed, provide oversight for groups and may facilitate groups as needed.
8. May conduct intake/ assessment interviews, including home visits to determine clients need for senior peer counseling services as appropriate.
9. Ability to provide services off site well as at Family Service facilities and at sites within San Mateo County.
10. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

PERSONAL:
1. Obtain fingerprint clearance before first day of employment
2. Provide verification to legally work in the U.S.
3. Personal car or driver’s license and appropriate insurance if driving is necessary for the position. All drivers will need to have a clear driving record to drive for the agency.

DATE UPDATED: 2/28/13

APPLICATION PROCESS: If you meet the qualifications, please submit a resume and cover letter and include this code in the title or body of the e-mail: SMO.OA-099.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about us, please visit our website at: www.peninsulafamilyservice.org

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