LGBTQ+ Outreach Coordinator Job at QUEENS COMMUNITY HOUSE
Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site nonprofit organization serving the diverse population of Queens through a broad network of programs for children and youth, adults and families, and older adults. Our mission is to provide individuals and families with the tools to enrich their lives and build healthy, inclusive communities. We are a modern interpretation of the traditional settlement house, bringing to our work innovative leadership and a passion for social and economic justice. We welcome amazing individuals who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission and are highly motivated to change lives.
Generation Q is an LGBTQ+ Youth Drop in program for youth ages 13-21. In addition to our regular drop-in program, Generation Q offers robust training and outreach to the Queens community and beyond. This training includes cultural competency and policy training for DOE schools, best practices training for other non-profit and for-profit institutions, anti-bullying training for students, and parental training for parents.
The ideal candidate is experienced in public speaking and well-versed in LGBTQ+ issues. The LGBTQ+ Outreach Coordinator should be passionate about standing up for the rights of LGBTQ+ students, and compassionate to those who may still be learning best practices. A well-established knowledge of NYCDOE, as well as the neighborhoods of Queens, is a plus.
Applications from people of color and gender-diverse folk are strongly encouraged.
Responsibilities
Provide staff and student workshops on LGBTQ+ awareness, inclusivity and anti-harassment/bullying to DOE staff (elementary, middle and high school) and students (middle and high school).- Facilitate training for elementary, middle and high school educators on best practices for supporting LGBTQ+ students in NYC schools.
- Oversee and implement relevant training for organizations both within and outside of Queens Community House.
- Collaborate with the Generation Q Director on the development of new workshop content
- Provide additional support to school partners who request extra assistance with the implementation and enforcement of the DOE guidelines and best practices for supporting LGBTQ+ youth in schools.
- Support designated school staff seeking to be the school experts on LGBTQ+ policies and practices.
- Assist in the distribution of Generation Q’s Know Your Rights PSA and supplemental toolkit.
- Collaborate with school-based gender and sexuality alliances (GSAs).
- Support the facilitation of community-based youth programming and youth lead advocacy efforts. This work may include the creation of a youth outreach coalition or youth-led advocacy beyond the work in schools with students.
- Build and maintain educational partnerships with 8 additional middle schools in Queens which will expand beyond the existing trainings to include both parent information sessions as well as a student workshop series in these 8 middle schools.
- Facilitate workshops for NYCDOE students on acceptance, understanding and perspective seeking specifically around LGBTQ+ identities
- Attend relevant membership organization meetings as needed which would include DOE meetings
- Stay up to date on best facilitation practices and current information on LGBTQ+ policy and legislation
- Maintain good relationships with constituents, including other LGBTQ+ services providers, other QCH programs, NYCDOE schools, elected officials, and other constituents as need be.
- Pursue and foster robust and productive relationships with the Queens community.
- Create surveys and collect data to determine impact and effectiveness of training.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Mental Health, Human Services, or related field preferred. Relevant life experience in organizing and working with youth accepted in lieu of degree.- Demonstrable knowledge in LGBTQ+ issues.
- Knowledgeable in anti-racist practices.
- Knowledgeable in trauma-informed practices
- Strong public speaking and facilitation skills
- Excellent computer skills with various programs and willingness to learn new ones.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate discretion.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills.
- Experience in developing and conducting professional development training.
What you'll get:
Queens Community House offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Paid Family Leave
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Eligible for up to 17 annual leave days, and 12 sick days in your first year
- Specified Federal Holidays off
- Professional development, training, and networking opportunities
**Additionally, QCH supplements the New York State Paid Family Leave benefit to ensure our team members receive full pay during their approved leave**.
Status:Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary: $21.97-$24.73
Schedule : 35 hours a week, plus one hour lunch break per day.
Queens Community House requires all staff to be fully vaccinated and must provide either proof of COVID-19 vaccination or evidence of having received one dose of the two-dose vaccination prior to beginning their employment unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religious or medical reasons.
Queens Community House, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Drug-Free Workplace.
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