LGBTQIA+ Bilingual Peer Specialist

4 weeks ago


Hayward, California, United States Side by Side Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Bilingual Peer Specialist to join our team at Side by Side. As a Peer Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing support services, case management, and facilitating support groups to LGBTQ students ages 14-21. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide individual support meetings with youth, facilitate weekly support groups, and collaborate with school system staff and community partners.
  • Assess and support clients' mental health needs, and refer and link them to relevant services and resources.
  • Work closely with staff at the school districts to provide crisis intervention and support groups, build rapport and trust with LGBTQ youth, and decrease barriers to LGBTQ youth receiving services, education, and community resources.
  • Provide support, trainings, and consultation to HUSD and SLZUSD staff as they grow their skills in LGBTQ competent and affirming service provision.
  • Network and collaborate with community partners, including Hayward Unified School District, San Lorenzo Unified School District, and nonprofit organizations serving LGBTQ youth, to identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration.
Requirements
  • Experience working with LGBTQ youth, preferably runaway/homeless youth and current or former foster youth.
  • Bilingual - Fluent in English and Spanish required.
  • Experience with, and commitment to using, a positive youth development model.
  • Experience with Case Management.
  • Experience with training facilitation and curriculum development.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency in utilizing Internet, email, and web-based programs.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • California Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance.
  • Reliable Transportation.
  • A valid California driver's license.
  • Personal vehicle insurance.
What We Offer
  • An hourly rate of pay between $21.00 to $24.00 based on experience.
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation for F/T employees increasing to 4 weeks of vacation after 2 years of service (for all non-school based employees).
  • 2 weeks of sick leave for F/T employees with 2 additional sick days for direct service staff and 4 additional for school staff.
  • 10 paid holidays per year and 1 Self-Care Anniversary Day each year.
  • 100% employer-paid Medical for F/T employees including platinum level Kaiser Permanente insurance or Anthem options.
  • Dental and Vision Insurance.
  • Long Term Disability insurance up to $9,000 per month, plus $50,000 Life and AD&D insurance.
  • 403b Retirement Plan.
  • Professional development and other learning opportunities including unlimited access to over 1,000 behavioral health courses online.
  • FREE Employee Assistance Program including up to 10 complimentary personal counseling sessions per problem, per year for staff and dependents.
  • Employee recognition program with $1,000 bonus awards.
  • Employee referral bonus of up to $1,000.
  • Pet Insurance.


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