Youth Development Coordinator

4 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Los Angeles LGBT Center Full time
Job Summary

The Los Angeles LGBT Center is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Youth Development Coordinator to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic organization that is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of LGBTQ+ youth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and implement harm reduction programming and services, including substance use services, health education, and leadership development.
  • Develop and maintain systems to ensure access to overdose prevention tools and maintain adequate supplies of Narcan and Fentanyl testing strips.
  • Work closely with external partners to provide harm-reduction/prevention/recovery services to youth members.
  • Develop and maintain reporting systems to meet program and grant needs and compile monthly reports as required.
  • Recruit, train, coach, and schedule volunteers to assist in planning internship curriculum and provide valuable guidance as mentors for youth throughout their internship.
  • Evaluate youth interns around job performance and make recommendations for encouragement and improvement incorporating a model for Positive Youth Development.
Requirements
  • Minimum 4 years of education in Health Science, Psychology, Social Work, or other Health/Behavioral Science required PLUS one year of experience providing harm reduction services.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in social services, preferably with youth experiencing homelessness or other system-impacted youth and knowledge of community resources, harm reduction, and/or prevention programming.
  • Experience working with youth in a youth development setting and knowledgeable of the principles of Positive Youth Development, harm reduction, substance use, and health education.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, including strong organizational, detail and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent computer skills including word processing, database operations, spreadsheets, and other software systems.
  • Be available to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and evenings, attending conferences, events, and activities.
  • Self-motivated, energetic, flexible and the ability to work in a team environment.
  • Access to reliable transportation and the ability to be insured.
  • Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
About the Los Angeles LGBT Center

The Los Angeles LGBT Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering diversity within its staff. We are a leading organization in the LGBTQ+ community, dedicated to providing a safe and affirming environment for all individuals. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ youth, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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