CenterLink LGBTQ Jobs/Careers in Delaware
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Jobs/Careers in Delaware
Clinical Manager
Berkeley
Is remote? No
Pacific Center for Human Growth
Website: http://www.pacificcenter.org
Posted: October 28, 2025
Contact Information
Roke Noir
https://www.pacificcenter.org/employment-opportunities
Job Description
Job Description
The Clinical Manager reports to the Clinical Director (CD) in support of clinical processes at Pacific Center’s Clinic (the Clinic); The Manager collaborates across Pacific Center’s programs to ensure that client services are provided in alignment with State and County guidelines and reporting requirements, and Pacific Center’s Mission, Values, and Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives. Pacific Center’s clinic serves clients org-wide across programs and services as assigned. The Clinical Manager will provide training, supervision, oversight, and support to service providers and handle day to operations of services onsite.
(All tasks will be assigned according to the time on the employee's schedule per week. When working at 1 FTE, tasks will be assigned accordingly.)
Primary Responsibilities: Clinical Manager
- Provides leadership and clinical oversight to a multidisciplinary team, including clinicians, case managers, peer support specialists, and other direct service staff as assigned.
- Reviews and approves supervisee documentation, offering training and constructive feedback to ensure compliance with Pacific Center charting standards and regulatory requirements set by bodies such as the BBS, APA, and other applicable licensing or accrediting organizations.
- Responsible for utilizing Evidence Based Practice for the designated population/program to ensure high quality results and intended impact
- Completes program reporting and data entry needs for contractors and Pacific Center Directors upon request.
- This includes but is not limited to writing narratives regarding program targets, outcomes, and needs that correspond with data.
- Reviewer for CQRT (Clinical Quality Review Team)
- Team Includes CD and QA. Reviewer conducts chart evaluations
- Provides oversight of the Phone Screen process in collaboration with the Clinical Director and the front desk admin
- Supports the clinic’s referral process by networking with external providers to coordinate referrals and ensure continuity of care, and by responding to counseling request line calls that require management-level attention.
- Manages waitlist queue, approval, and referral process internally and with ACBHCS ACCESS and or any necessary referral partners
- Works with the Clinical Director on client intake, assignments, and re-assignments as needed
- Manages provider caseloads to meet targets for producing regulatory units of service weekly, monthly, and yearly. (65% of supervisees time must be providing face-to-face or other eligible community based support services)
- Supports CD as needed with interviewing, preparing, contracting and onboarding each cohort and other service providers as needed
- Ensures client care standards and timely completion of case documentation in alignment with legal and ethical standards
- Ensures timely and accurate closure of charts and documentation following client termination, as well as the offboarding of staff and service providers
- Supports the Clinical Director in the provider offboarding process, including developing and implementing offboarding documentation procedures, collaborating with the Clinical Administrator to resolve any charting or billing discrepancies.
- Works with the clinical team to update and maintain service manuals and guides
- Participates in supervision, staff meetings, consultations, travel, crisis/emergency coverage, as well as agency-wide meetings and training as required by the Clinical Director
- Responsible for supervision of staff development and delivery of a full complement of services onsite and in the field, including but not limited to individual, family, and group counseling, individual rehabilitation and case management/brokerage and collateral.
- Documents and maintains all data collection, reporting, and charting records in accordance with Pacific Center and other relevant county regulatory policies/agencies.
- Hosting regularly scheduled “drop-in” hours for training and check-ins with clinician’s
- Hosting “on-demand” training and “live-work” sessions for tool use and documentation processes for individuals and/or small groups, as well as consultation as needed
- Supporting the CD as needed with any urgent issues that arise regarding staff needs and or client care
- Answering inquiries in a timely and effective manner that suits diverse learning styles
- Responsibilities may include offsite meetings, training, or other activities as required by business needs
- Must be willing to work a flexible onsite schedule to accomplish all major responsibilities; This includes weekdays, evenings, and weekends
Minimum Requirements and Qualifications:
- Licensed Mental Health worker (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC, or Licensed Psychologist)
- 2+ years and Clinical Supervision of BBS interns with a Clinical Supervision Certification.
- Experience in specialized mental health services working with diverse communities, Adults, Older Adults, Youth, HIV Population, QTBIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+ community in a non-profit setting with a strong DEI framework
- Possess experience supervising clinicians and direct service providers in community mental health settings, and meet all minimum qualifications required for clinical supervision.
- Experience working with QTBIPOC Older Adults, Youth, and/or larger LGBTQIA+ community in a non-profit setting
- Onsite work at our downtown Berkeley location and some local travel required in the county and surrounding areas
- Valid and current drivers license and personal vehicle registered and insured with your name listed as the driver
- Able to work independently and as a member of a therapeutic team
- Is adaptable and open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles
- Adjusts rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution
- Effective at balancing a variety of needs from staff and clients; readily readjusts priorities to respond to pressing and changing demands.
- Must be able to work in a shared office environment with moderate to high noise level with frequent contact and interruption
- Manual dexterity for use of keyboard, tools, controls; repetitive motion that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Light work that may include moving or lifting objects up to 25-40 pounds
- Ability to squat, bend at the waist, crouch, reach overhead and horizontally, and kneel
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods, while at a desk or working on a computer
- Familiarity with Medi-Cal fee-for-service documentation, including; case management and therapy services and meeting program reporting requirements of funders
- Familiarity with HIPAA, Mental Health / Clinical Services, Telehealth Services
- Strong ethical values, commitment to confidentiality, setting appropriate boundaries, and continued improvement of service delivery
- Experience working on self-directed projects
- Excellent technology and computer skills: Google Workspace, Word, Excel, Salesforce database, and EHR (electronic health record) experience etc
- 3+ years experience in Administrative and/or Clinical Support or Management, Project / Program Coordination or Management, Document Control, Data Management, or any combination thereof
- Must demonstrate experience and competence in working with at-risk and high-acuity populations, including individuals experiencing suicidality, self-harm, co-occurring substance use disorders (SUD), and moderate to severe mental health challenges. This role requires a manager who is comfortable and prepared to engage clients regardless of symptom severity or complexity, including those who cannot be turned away due to acuity.
Notice: This description is to be used as a guide only. It does not constitute a contract, commitment, or promise of any kind. Pacific Center reserves the right to change, add, delete, upgrade, or downgrade the position as dictated by business necessity at any time with or without notice.
COMPENSATION:
- 89,440/year salary
- Full-time Exempt position. 40 hrs a week
- Full health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) for employee, paid 100% by organization (share-of-cost subject to change with fair warning)
- 24+ paid holidays, including ten days of organizational closure: one week in winter, one in summer, and two floating holidays, in addition to numerous staff holidays, paid vacation PTO, covid PTO, wellness and medical PTO, and bereavement.
- ACCESS to free CEUs and training
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applications will be received and considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please send your application materials including your cover letter, and resume to jobs@pacificcenter.org Please upload proof of licensure and supervisor certification to be considered for the position.
ABOUT THE PACIFIC CENTER:
Pacific Center for Human Growth is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. QTBIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and multilingual candidates are especially encouraged to apply.
Pacific Center for Human Growth is an LGBTQIA+ mental health clinic in Alameda County, and a critical resource for the health and wellness needs of the local LGBTQIA+ and QTBIPOC communities. Founded in 1973, Pacific Center has, for decades, offered low cost individual, couples and family mental health services; HIV support services; peer support groups; older adult services; and a vibrant youth program for the LGBTQIA+ community in Alameda County and beyond.
Clinical Manager
Berkeley
Is remote? No
Pacific Center for Human Growth
Website: http://www.pacificcenter.org
Posted: October 22, 2025
Contact Information
Employment Enrollment
https://www.pacificcenter.org/employment-opportunities
Job Description
The Clinical Manager reports to the Clinical Director (CD) in support of clinical processes at Pacific Center’s Clinic (the Clinic); The Manager collaborates across Pacific Center’s programs to ensure that client services are provided in alignment with State and County guidelines and reporting requirements, and Pacific Center’s Mission, Values, and Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives. Pacific Center’s clinic serves clients org-wide across programs and services as assigned. The Clinical Manager will provide training, supervision, oversight, and support to service providers and handle day to operations of services onsite.
(All tasks will be assigned according to the time on the employee's schedule per week. When working at 1 FTE, tasks will be assigned accordingly.)
Compensation:
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89,440/year salary
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Full-time Exempt position. 40 hrs a week in person
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Full health Benefits (medical, dental, vision) for employee, paid 100% by organization (share-of-cost subject to change with fair warning)
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24+ paid holidays, including ten days of organizational closure: one week in winter, one in summer, and two floating holidays, in addition to numerous staff holidays, paid vacation PTO, covid PTO, wellness and medical PTO, and bereavement.
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ACCESS to free CEUs and training
Program Coordinator
Pomona
Is remote? No
Pomona Pride Center, Inc.
Website: https://pomonapridecenter.org/
Posted: October 17, 2025
Contact Information
Frank Guzman
Job Description
Job Title: Program Coordinator Department: Programs Dept.
Location: Pomona Valley Pride, 235 W Mission Blvd., Pomona, CA 91766
Reports To: Programs Director and or designee
Job Type: Part-time through probationary period (90 days) then will transition to Full-time (Grant Funded)
Benefits Eligible, Hourly Range $18.00 - $23.00
The Program Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and services aimed at supporting the overall well-being and development of youth (ages 11- 26) within the community. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including youth, families, staff, and community partners, to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that promotes positive development, learning, and social connections.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Program Planning and Execution:
- Collaborate with stakeholders, define program objectives, scope, and deliverables.
- Develop detailed project plans outlining tasks, timelines, and resource requirements
- Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of programs, ensuring they align with organizational goals.
- Regularly communicate with program participants regarding upcoming programs. Email participants 1 week prior and 3 days prior to each program.
2. Logistics and Coordination:
- Arrange & coordinate logistics for program-related events, meetings, and activities
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and program participants for collaborations.
- Ensure that all resources and materials needed for programs are available and well-organized.
- Ensure that program classrooms are maintained before and after events/programs.
3. Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Complete systems to track and evaluate program progress and outcomes. Enforcing the use of our JotForm’s for program participants to fill out regularly.
- Collect and analyze relevant data to assess the effectiveness of programs.
- Prepare regular reports on program performance and recommend improvements.
- Be creative and open to suggestions for diverse program topics.
- Submit lesson plans and program descriptions on quarterly basis for upcoming quarter. o Utilizes internal tools such social media requests, various action plans and JotForm’s.
4. Stakeholder Engagement:
- Foster positive relationships with program participant, partners, sponsors, and other stakeholders. Accepting feedback from various stakeholders.
- Serve as the main point of contact for inquiries related to assigned programs.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and support for program goals. o Actively encourage and recruit program participants to grow our programs.
- Collaborate with Outreach & Marketing team to execute the Outreach Action Plan.
5. Communication and Documentation:
- Prepare/distribute program communications, including newsletters and updates
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive program documentation for future reference. o Make sure all materials are uploaded to the organization drive regularly (weekly).
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
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Proven experience in program coordination, project management, or a related role.
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Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
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Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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Proficiency in Google Suite and Apple products
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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Knowledge of program evaluation and reporting techniques.
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Knowledge of classroom management, lesson planning and program management.
Preferred Skills:
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Experience in coordinating programs within and for the LGBQTIA community.
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Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance standards.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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Knowledge of best practices in program management.
Working Conditions:
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This is a part-time position with occasional flexibility in working hours. 32 hrs a week until probationary period ends and will transition tio full-time. The position works a 9/80 workweek
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May involve travel for program-related events and activities.
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Reliable transportation is required.
If you are a proactive and organized professional with a passion for program coordination and community impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should an submit an online application, their resume, a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, and a portfolio of past marketing campaigns or social media work.
Link to apply: https://form.jotform.com/231885500009048
Resume/Cover Letter/Portfolio: admin@pomonavalleypride.org
Pomona Valley Pride is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in joining our team.
Program Assistant, Adult Housing Services
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 6, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3835824
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 75 staff working at five facilities across San Diego County.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manger of Adult Housing Services, the Program Assistant provides support and assistance to the Adult Housing Services Team. The Program Assistant works collaboratively with the Adult Housing Services Team and provides resources to program participants who may be experiencing homelessness and/or housing instability, provides administrative support and assists with all programs related administrative tasks. The Program Assistant is expected to be punctual with timely and regular attendance.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Client Support:
- Serves as the first point of contact for program participants to provide general program information and linkages to other members of the Adult Housing Service Team.
- Answers phone calls and responds in a warm and responsive manner, offering support to persons inquiring about services.
Record Management and Reporting:
- Maintains accurate documentation of client's needs, plans, and service points.
- Assists with data entry into the region's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and Apricot 360 Case Management software to adhere to grant and contract compliance requirements.
- Assists in the completion of monthly reports for funder reports as needed.
Administrative Tasks:
- Assists with scheduling and planning team meetings.
- Schedule room reservations.
- Performs other clerical duties as needed and assists with special projects.
Other Responsibilities:
- Duties needed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization's values.
Required Qualifications:
- Education and/or Experience: 1 year of experience providing administrative support and client support to human services programs.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English required.
- Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Must be comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments. Must have strong proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Other Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
- Must demonstrate competence in working with diverse populations. Those with lived experience as a member of a historically under-served community (i.e., low-income, communities of color, LGBTQ communities, immigrant communities, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Must demonstrate competence in using strength-based, trauma-informed, and Motivational Interviewing Techniques.
- Punctual, reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in a human service-related field.
- Language: Fluency in Spanish.
- Experience: 2 or more years of experience providing administrative support and client support to human services programs.1 year or more of experience working for a program that serves people living with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and/or people experiencing homelessness.
- Other Qualifications: Knowledgeable about current issues related to the LGBTQIA+ community, trauma-informed care, and barriers to housing.
WORK LOCATION:
- On-site, in the office, with occasional work outside of the office in the community.
- Office in the Hillcrest Neighborhood in the City of San Diego.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00/hour and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular Non-Exempt position.
- Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Group Term Life Insurance, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement
Please review the current job openings by clicking the button below. If you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or any other) exciting job opportunities, we encourage you to apply. Instructions for how to apply are included in each job announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBTQ Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Bilingual Peer Support Specialist
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 3, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3835821
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 75 staff working at five facilities across San Diego County.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Peer Support Specialist is responsible for providing program assistance, guidance, monitoring of participant progress, and crisis support for participants of The Center's expanding LGBTQ affirming wrap around and support services. The peer support specialist works collaboratively with a team in a trauma-informed, and goal-oriented way to help resolve the housing stability of program participants.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Client Support:
- Utilize shared life experience expertise to advance client engagement and retention in services.
- Serve as a mentor to program participants and promote empowerment and hope.
- Provide ongoing support to clients and accompany them to appointments as needed.
- Guide clients in accessing external services that support their health and well-being.
Record Management and Reporting:
- Complete eligibility screening and intake forms.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client's goals and needs, case management plans, and service entries into internal data systems.
- Enter program data and outcomes into the region's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) to adhere to grant and contract compliance.
- Document thorough case notes that accurately reflect client progress toward individualized case management goals.
- Assist in the completion of monthly narrative reports for funder reports.
Required Qualifications:
- Experience: Must have familiarity with life experiences common to people who have experienced housing instability.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
- Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Must be comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments.
- Other Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
- Must demonstrate competence in working with diverse populations. Those with lived experience as a member of a historically under-served community (i.e., low-income, communities of color, LGBTQ communities, immigrant communities, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Must demonstrate competence in using strength-based, and trauma-informed care.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance.
Other Duties:
- Duties needed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization's values.
preferred QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience: 1 year of experience working with people experiencing homelessness.
- Other Qualifications: Knowledgeable about current issues related to the LGBTQIA+ community and people experiencing homelessness.
WORK LOCATION:
- On-site, in the office, and with program participants in the field.
- Office in the Hillcrest Community in the City of San Diego.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00/hour and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular Non-Exempt position.
- Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Group Term Life Insurance, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation, and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement.
Please review the current job openings by clicking the button below. If you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or any other) exciting job opportunities, we encourage you to apply. Instructions for how to apply are included in each job announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBTQ Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Case Manager, Permanent Supportive Housing
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 3, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3841823
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 100 staff working at five facilities across San Diego County.
The Center opened Sunburst Youth Housing Project in 2006 to its first cohort of transitional age youth who were living on the streets or in other areas not meant for human habitation. It is a 23-unit permanent supportive housing program that serves some of the most vulnerable youth, with a focus of serving LGBTQ youth, some who live with severe mental illness, HIV, and/or struggle with drug abuse. The Sunburst Youth Housing Project is in the East Village neighborhood in San Diego and is close to San Diego City College.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Youth Housing Services, the Case Manager is responsible for providing case planning, individualized supportive services, conducting assessments, organizing community building events, facilitating workshops, and crisis support to participants of The Center's Sunburst Youth Housing Project. The case manager works collaboratively with a team in a trauma-informed, and goal-oriented way to help program participants who all live with disabilities achieve housing stability and self-sufficiency.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Client Support:
- Conduct intakes, assessments, case planning, and monitoring.
- Provide links to mental health services, substance use recovery services, educational services, career development services, and other relevant resources.
- Provide ongoing case management, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and stabilization services to participants enrolled in the program.
- Collaborate with internal and external providers to support client care plans.
- Assist clients with adherence to housing quality standards and attend housing unit inspections.
- Organize community building events and facilitate workshops that promote client well-being and self-sufficiency.
Record Management and Reporting:
- Complete individualized service plans and self-sufficiency tools.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client's goals and needs, case management plans, and service entries into internal data systems.
- Enter program data and outcomes into the region's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) to adhere to grant and contract compliance.
- Document thorough case notes that accurately reflect client progress toward individualized case management goals.
- Assist in the completion of monthly narrative reports for funder reports.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education and/or Experience: 1 year of experience providing case management services to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English required.
- Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Must be comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments. Must have strong proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Other Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
- Must demonstrate competence in working with diverse populations.
- Must demonstrate competence in using strength-based, trauma-informed, and Motivational Interviewing Techniques.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in a social service-related field.
- Language: Fluency in Spanish.
- Experience: 2 or more years of experience providing case management services to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. 1 year or more of experience providing case management services to people living with mental illness and/or substance use disorders.
- Other Qualifications: Knowledgeable about current issues related to the LGBTQIA+ community and people experiencing homelessness.
WORK LOCATION:
- On-site, in the office, and with program participants in the field.
- Office in the East Village Neighborhood in the City of San Diego.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00 per hour and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular Non-Exempt position.
- Benefits: The Center offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, a 401(k) retirement plan (with company match), employer paid medical coverage through on base plan with optional buy up medical plans available), voluntary dental and vision plan options, out-of-pocket optional coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children, full-time and part-time schedules, generous vacation and holiday benefits, and opportunities for promotion and advancement.
Please review the current job openings by clicking the button below. If you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or any other) exciting job opportunities, we encourage you to apply. Instructions for how to apply are included in each job announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBTQ Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Deputy Director of Development
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 6, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3840668
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 75 staff working at five facilities across San Diego County.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Deputy Director of Development plays a key leadership role in advancing the mission of The San Diego LGBT Community Center by supporting and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies that drive both annual and long-term revenue goals. Working closely with the Senior Director of Development, this position helps shape development plans, manages day-to-day departmental operations, and directly supervises key development staff. The Deputy Director oversees select fundraising initiatives and campaigns, manages a portfolio of individual and corporate donors, and plays a critical role in cultivating and stewarding relationships across all giving levels to grow contributed revenue.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership & Management
- Partner with the Senior Director of Development to implement, monitor, and evaluate annual and long-term fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Supervise members of the development team, which may include gift officers, operations/database staff, and/or event personnel, according to skill set.
- Serve as acting lead for the development department in the absence of the Senior Director of Development.
- Track, analyze, and report on key fundraising metrics, including revenue projections and team performance indicators.
Fundraising Strategy & Donor Engagement
- Manage a portfolio of mid-level and major corporate donors and prospects, with a focus on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Represent the organization at community events, donor functions, and public engagements to expand visibility and strengthen relationships.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of donor and prospect data within the CRM system.
- Help evolve and execute comprehensive fundraising plans aligned with mission, strategic goals, and financial needs.
- Contribute to research and implementation of innovative fundraising strategies that respond to emerging trends and opportunities.
- Take ownership of achieving individual revenue targets and identifying new opportunities for growth through strategic fundraising initiatives.
Campaigns & Special Events
- Lead planning and execution of select fundraising activities, including Dining Out For Life San Diego.
- Oversee stewardship and recognition events to enhance donor satisfaction and retention.
- Partner with and provide support to staff to ensure all logistical elements of fundraising efforts are completed accurately and on time, including acknowledgments, rentals, and reporting, enabling successful campaign execution.
Donor Stewardship & Communications
- Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, businesses, and other key stakeholders.
- Oversee donor acknowledgment and stewardship activities to ensure a high level of engagement, transparency, and retention.
- Coordinate with program, finance, and communications teams to ensure consistent messaging and accurate impact reporting.
Budgeting & Financial Oversight
- In partnership with development team members, create and manage fundraising budgets and tracking tools to support revenue forecasting and strategic decision-making.
- Prepare regular reports on fundraising activities and progress toward goals for senior leadership and the Board, as needed.
- Collaborate with the Senior Director of Development to develop annual event budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure timely processing of vendor payments.
Required Qualifications:
- Education/Experience: Minimum 5–7 years of progressive fundraising experience.
- Professional Skills: Demonstrated ability to build relationships and interact effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. ability to interact with various types of donors and community members; strong planning and organizational skills; comfort making connections through phone calls; ability to track and report on goals.
- Personal Skills: Outgoing and personable; comfort with speaking about donations; familiarity with the LGBTQ+ communities and the work of The Center
- Technology Skills: Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree; advanced degree or CFRE certification is a plus. At least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish is highly preferred.
- Public Speaking & Media Engagement: Comfortable representing the organization at public events, press opportunities, and donor briefings.
- Digital Fundraising Tools: Experience using digital platforms for fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, or peer-to-peer fundraising, particularly Raiser's Edge, Classy, and Mailchimp.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Compensation: The pay range for this position is $88,000 to $92,000 per year and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time Regular Exempt position.
Benefits: The Center offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, a 401(k) retirement plan (with company match), employer paid medical coverage through on base plan with optional buy up medical plans available), voluntary dental and vision plan options, out-of-pocket optional coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children, full-time and part-time schedules, generous vacation and holiday benefits, and opportunities for promotion and advancement.
Please review the current job openings by clicking the button below. If you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or any other) exciting job opportunities, we encourage you to apply. Instructions for how to apply are included in each job announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBT Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Director of Community Programs
San Diego
Is remote? Yes
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 6, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3818344
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 100 staff working at 11 facilities across San Diego County.
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Senior Director of Programs, the role of the Director of Community Programs is to facilitate community connection to The Center, empower the community through gathering, planning, and executing community celebrations, ensure the success of Center programs through intentional services integration, and supervising management staff responsible for The Center's community programs. This position will begin in October 2025.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Program/Impact Area Management, Implementation, and Outcomes
- Collaborate with the Senior Director of Programs to develop, implement, and monitor a programmatic strategic plan and meet all goals, objectives, and work processes for community programs to ensure achievement.
- Develop, implement, and own all departmental work plans, processes, and workflows needed to meet all goals and objectives.
- Work collaboratively with The Center's quality assurance department to develop, and implement data collection, monitoring, reporting, and continually investigate and introduce improvement measures and best practices.
- With the support of community program staff, plan, execute, and oversee various community events and program-specific activities throughout the year.
B. Program Evaluation, Reporting, and Grant Support
- Review program data entry, metrics, and reports to ensure community programs adhere to funder reporting requirements.
- Monitor program performance regularly to ensure programs are on target to achieve deliverables or timely adjustments are made to support achieving deliverables.
C. Fiscal/Budget Management
- In collaboration with the Senior Director of Programs, create and oversee assigned budgets.
- Review the budget to actual spreadsheets monthly and provide recommendations about spending and budget revisions to ensure contracts are appropriately spent according to grant/contract guidelines.
- Collaborate with the accounting, contracts, and compliance teams regularly to ensure teams are aligned with the fiscal aspects of the department's services.
- Review and approve spending requests.
D. Team Development & Mentorship
- Lead and oversee The Center's community programs.
- Directly supervise the work of the respective team(s)/department(s).
- Oversee the job performance, and achievement of well-defined goals from work plans, navigate complex problem-solving, and address any program and staff-related issues.
- Serve as a mentor to staff by embodying The Center's core values of dignity, inclusion, compassion, respect, equity, and equality.
- Oversee and assist in the hiring, supervising, training, and coaching of assigned staff.
- Mentor staff in attaining personal and professional goals.
- In collaboration with the Senior Director of Programs, provide guidance and direction to managers, and staff regarding employee issues, development, and interpretation of organizational policies and procedures.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations of managers and ensure that performance evaluations are completed for staff under this position's line of services.
- Lead the monthly Services Integration meeting for program staff to ensure services are integrated and support cross-referrals, collaboration, and open communication.
LEADERSHIP & CULTURE FACILITATION:
- Demonstrate administrative and leadership acumen in the following areas: finance, budgeting, information systems utilization, and grievance/complaint resolution.
- Promote, model, and ensure fairness and equity for everyone in all interactions.
- Promote the agency's Welcoming Culture in all program interactions, processes, and functions.
- Supervise/mentor all assigned staff.
- Provide guidance/direction in the development and execution of any work plans and projects,
- Provide guidance/direction for career planning, performance challenges, and evaluations.
CULTURAL COMMITMENT:
- Commitment to creating and sustaining a Welcoming Center where all are respected and valued.
- Maintain a willingness to structure and execute "courageous conversations" to address difficulties in working relationships. To improve communication and work relationships, such conversations will be conducted with honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
- Create a positive, proactive environment for all people in The Center by addressing issues of harassment, discrimination, or lack of respect immediately.
- Exhibit cooperation and courtesy and assist in creating a positive public image for The Center and a productive work environment.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all The Center clients, visitors, staff, and volunteers. Ensure that all facility requirements are in good working order. Promptly report any repair or maintenance issues.
Agency Representative:
- Represent The Center at community activities as appropriate and/or directed by the C-team.
- Ensure that agency programs and activities with which you are involved consistently reflect the agency's commitment to excellence and exceeding expectations.
- Ensure that agency programs, activities, and events are consistently and professionally supported on social media platforms. Ensure that all agency-related communications on such platforms reflect professional standards of excellence and customer service standards.
CORE Competencies
- Continuous Learning - Seeks feedback to improve performance; strives to build knowledge and skills continuously.
- Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
- Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; meets commitments to clients.
- Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
- Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment.
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds The Centers values.
- The Centers Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports The Center's goals and values.
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; positively manages frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments to clients and other staff; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Initiative - Volunteers readily; ask for and offers help when needed.
- Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
Required Qualifications:
- Education and/or Experience: 4-6 Years of managerial experience and providing oversight of programs and staff across multiple departments. A background in working with the LGBTQ+ BIPOC community is required. Either a bachelor's degree or related experience.
- Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Must be comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments. Must have proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Communication/language Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Other: Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education and/or Experience: Master's degree in social service areas such as social work, psychology, counseling, or non-profit management.
- Computer Skills: Experience with Apricot, The Center's electronic health record system.
- Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $71,000.00 to $81,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time Regular Exempt position that may be required to work evenings, weekends, and other non-standard work hours as needed.
- Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBT Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Director of Youth Housing Services
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 6, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3855412
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 75 staff working at five facilities across San Diego County.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Youth Housing services is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of all youth housing services at The Center and supervises a team of four to six staff. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to managing the day-to-day execution of logistical and administrative functions of The Center's youth housing program, overseeing contract budgets and expenditures, ensuring that the programs are compliant with all contract requirements, program management, meeting logistics, ensuring data quality through accurate and timely client and service data being input into various program databases, establishing relationships with funding agencies and landlords, ensuring the safety of program clients while in Center-supported housing, personnel onboarding and offboarding, supervising youth housing staff, and representing The Center at various community meetings/events.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Program/Impact Area Management, Implementation, and Outcomes:
- Develop, implement, and own departmental work plans, processes, and workflows needed to achieve and meet all goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with Senior Director to identify challenges and solutions to successfully meet and achieve contractual objectives.
- Collaborate with Senior Director and staff to develop, implement policies and procedures, and own all departmental work plans, processes, and workflows needed to achieve and meet all goals and objectives.
- Works collaboratively with the quality assurance department to develop, and implement data collection, monitoring, reporting, and continually investigate and introduce improvement measures and best practices.
- Develop and maintain relationships with landlords participating in the permanent supportive housing program.
- Support staff and respond to crisis situations utilizing trauma-informed de-escalation techniques, minimizing harm to staff and participants.
Program Evaluation, Reporting, and Grant Support:
- Review program data and outcomes in the region's Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and internal case management software to adhere to grant and contract compliance and input data as needed to ensure maximum data quality.
- Monitor program performance at a minimum of monthly to ensure programs are on target to achieve deliverables or timely adjustments are made to support achieving deliverables.
- Assist with external partner agency monitoring to ensure program performance and provide timely communication of any deficiencies to supervisor.
- Complete and submit program reports and collaborate with quality assurance, contracts compliance, and accounting teams to respond to audit requests.
- Ensure program manuals are complete, up-to-date, and are in line with contract requirements.
Team Development and Mentorship:
- Directly supervise the work of the respective team(s) managers and staff.
- Oversee the job performance and achievement of well-defined goals from work plans, navigate complex problem-solving, and address any program and staff-related issues.
- Serve as a mentor to staff by embodying the core values of dignity, inclusion, compassion, respect, equity, and equality.
- Oversee and assist in the hiring, supervising, and training of assigned staff.
- Mentor staff in attaining personal and professional goals.
- In collaboration with the supervisor, provide guidance and direction to managers and staff regarding employee issues, development, and interpretation of personnel policies.
- Conducts annual performance evaluations of managers and ensures that performance evaluations are completed for staff under this position's line of services.
Fiscal Budget, Management, and Accounting Processes:
- In collaboration with the Senior Director, create and oversee assigned budgets.
- Review budget to actual spreadsheets monthly and provide recommendations about spending and budget revisions to ensure contracts are appropriately spent according to grant/contract guidelines.
- Collaborate with the accounting, contracts, and compliance teams regularly to ensure teams are aligned with the fiscal aspects of the department's services.
- Review and approve spending requests, ensuring that all spent funds adhere to program contract requirements.
- Collaborate with the accounts receivable team and property management firm to review and track permanent supportive housing rents.
- Manage annual recertifications of permanent supportive housing households and ensure timely submission to funders.
- Complete annual recertification of permanent supportive housing households and submit to funders.
Required Qualifications:
- Education and/or Experience: 4-6 years of experience in housing program management, including staff supervision and program operations. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in social work, psychology, public administration or related field is required.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English required.
- Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Must be proficient in PC/Windows-based environments.
- Other Qualifications:
- Experience managing crises and implementing crisis interventions.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
- Must demonstrate competence in working with diverse populations. Those with lived experience as a member of a historically under-served community (i.e., low-income, communities of color, LGBTQ communities, immigrant communities, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Must demonstrate competence in motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction practices.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Master's degree in social work, psychology, public administration, or related field.
- Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Proficiency of Homeless Management Information Software (Clarity HMIS) and Case Management Software (Apricot)
- Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish.
- Other Qualifications: Knowledgeable about current issues related to the LGBTQIA+ community and people experiencing homelessness. Knowledgeable about services available to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the County of San Diego.
WORK LOCATION:
- On- site, in the office most of the time with potential occasional remote work with supervisor approval.
- Office in the East Village neighborhood in the City of San Diego.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $71,000 to $81,000 and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular Exempt
- Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement.
Please review the current job openings by clicking the button below. If you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or any other) exciting job opportunities, we encourage you to apply. Instructions for how to apply are included in each job announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBTQ Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Families Services Coordinator
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 6, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3841807
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 100 staff working at 11 facilities across San Diego County.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Youth Services Manager, the Family Services Coordinator is responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of a broad array of programming for LGBTQ+ families in San Diego County.
Families at The Center is an inclusive family program of the San Diego LGBT Community Center. The program provides resources, education, support, and opportunities for community building for LGBTQ+ families and those considering parenthood in San Diego County. We offer a full range of programming to meet the variety of needs of dynamic LGBTQ+ families. Families at The Center serves all LGBTQ+ family structures & configurations; this includes LGBTQ+ parents and prospective parents, caregivers with LGBTQ+ children, families with LGBTQ+ family members, chosen families, and allies.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide regular communication, support, and education to clients to help them achieve their case management goals.
- Connect parents of LGBTQ+ youth and LGBTQ+ parents with affirming resources, including food, housing, rental assistance, healthcare, and other essential services.
- Support clients in navigating the emotional and educational aspects of LGBTQ+ acceptance within their families and communities.
- Assist LGBTQ+ prospective parents in accessing family planning resources and supportive services.
- Link clients to HIV prevention and care services, including testing, education, and referrals.
- Facilitate support groups for parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth, as well as LGBTQ+ parents.
- Collaborate with the South Bay Youth Center, Hillcrest Youth Center, and Youth Services team to support programming for queer youth and their families.
- Assist with the day-to-day duties of South Bay & Hillcrest Youth Centers. Including, milieu coverage, opening and closing procedures, cleaning, and other youth center needs.
- Coordinate and support flagship events such as the Children's Garden at San Diego Pride, Turkey Giveaways, Back-to-School Drives, and Home for the Holidays.
- Plan and implement family-focused programs in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers for Family Services programs.
- Conduct targeted outreach through community visits, festivals, fairs, and partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and businesses.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with local, state, and national organizations that serve LGBTQ+ families.
- Represent the organization at community meetings, coalitions, and events, as assigned.
- Help assess community needs and develop responsive programming in collaboration with other teams.
- Develop and deliver educational workshops in partnership with the organization's Training Institute.
- Coordinate and oversee the development and implementation of support groups for caregivers and families.
- Collaborate with community partners to build culturally responsive and affirming resources.
- Maintain accurate program documentation and client records in accordance with agency standards.
- Manage and maintain the Food to Nonprofits Program, including scheduling, ordering, inventory tracking, and communication with the San Diego Food Bank.
- Work with the Communications team to promote Family Services programs through newsletters, email campaigns, and social media.
- Create and oversee social media content to engage the community and promote awareness.
- Assist in receiving and transporting supplies or food donations, which may involve lifting boxes up to 50 pounds.
- Perform other duties and special projects assigned by supervisor or senior leadership.
Required Qualifications:
- Professional Skills:
- 1-2 years of experience coordinating programming for LGBTQ+ individuals and families.
- Knowledgeable about the resources for LGBTQ+ families in San Diego.
- Understanding of the current issues/trends related to the LGBTQ+ community and others who are historically marginalized.
- Strong skills such as critical thinking, verbal communication, active listening, empathy, de-escalation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Strong organization and time management skills.
- Technical Skills: Must be comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments. Must have proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel. Experience with using electronic health records is preferred.
- Language Skills: English.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education/Experience:
- A Bachelor's degree preferred.
- A minimum of two years of experience working with the LGBTQ+ Community.
- Language Skills: Bilingual in English/Spanish.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00-$25.00 per hour and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular, Non-exempt position that may require working occasional evenings and weekends.
- Benefits:The Center offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, a 401(k) retirement plan (with company match), employer paid medical coverage through on base plan with optional buy up medical plans available), voluntary dental and vision plan options, out-of-pocket optional coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children, full-time and part-time schedules, generous vacation and holiday benefits, and opportunities for promotion and advancement.
Please review the current job openings by clicking the button below. If you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or any other) exciting job opportunities, we encourage you to apply. Instructions for how to apply are included in each job announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBT Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Peer Outreach Navigator - Part Time
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: October 6, 2025
Contact Information
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3847061
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows that they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 75 staff working at five facilities across San Diego County.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Youth Housing Services Manager, the Peer Outreach Navigator is responsible for conducting street outreach to transitional age youth experiencing housing instability. In this role, the Peer Outreach Navigator will ensure that program participants are linked to internal and external resources, prioritizing resources that enhance the well-being of LGBTQ transitional age youth.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conducting street outreach, targeting areas where LGBTQ youth who are experiencing homelessness congregate
- Collaborating with coordinated street outreach partners and participating in coordinated street outreach events
- Provide linkages to emergency shelters, drop-in centers, and other relevant resources
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation of participant services, including case notes
Required Qualifications:
- Professional Experience: 1-2 years of experience providing customer or guest services
- Professional Skills:
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Optimism and having a growth mindset
- Language Skills: English
- Other Qualifications: Valid CA driver's license, relevant car insurance and personal vehicle to drive for job related tasks
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Bachelor's degree preferred
- Professional Experience: 1 year in a direct-service role serving LGBTQ youth who have experienced housing instability
- Technical Skills: Microsoft software proficiency-Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook
- Language Skills: Spanish
- Other Experience:
- Personal experience with mental illness, homelessness, and/or in recovery from substance use
- Personal experience with child welfare and/or juvenile justice systems
WORK LOCATION:
- On- site, in the office, with occasional work outside of the office in the community.
- Office in the East Village Neighborhood in the City of San Diego.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.50 per hour and is commensurate with experience. This is a Part-Time, Regular, Non-Exempt position working an estimated 20 hours per week.
- Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Flex Time Opportunities, Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement
Please review the current job openings by clicking the button below. If you believe you possess the heart and skills for any of these (or any other) exciting job opportunities, we encourage you to apply. Instructions for how to apply are included in each job announcement. We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBTQ Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Youth Services Coordinator - Hillcrest
San Diego
Is remote? No
San Diego LGBT Community Center
Posted: September 30, 2025
Contact Information
Hannah Totten
https://thecentersd.applicantpro.com/jobs/3859570
Job Description
WELCOME TO YOUR CENTER!
Established as a community non-profit in 1972, The Center provides targeted programs and services to the full diversity of the San Diego LGBTQ community. The mission of The Center is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities for the betterment of our entire San Diego region. Our vision is to create a Center and Center culture where every person feels and knows they are welcomed, valued, and supported. As the beacon for our regional LGBTQ community, we actively recommit to being a more vibrant, bold, innovative, safe, and modern center each day than the day before. The Center is sex-positive and provides advocacy and critical health and social support services to support our community members through all stages of life, focusing on our deeply held values of equity, social justice, and client-centered, trauma-informed care. The Center currently has over 100 staff working at 11 facilities across San Diego County
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Youth Services Manager, the Hillcrest Youth Center (HYC) Coordinator will fulfill The Center's mission through the development, implementation, and coordination of a broad array of activities and services for LGBTQIA+ youth at The Center's youth drop-in Center in Hillcrest.
PRIMARY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate youth programming: including activities, events, and supportive services for clients of the Youth Centers.
- Collaborate with the Youth Services team and other internal departments (Facilities, IT, Development, etc.) to ensure the center is fully operational, safe, and well-supplied.
- Partner with both internal teams and external organizations (e.g., SDPL, San Ysidro Health, UCSD PHAM, SAY San Diego, etc.) to create programs that increase youth access to essential services (e.g., behavioral health, sexual health and wellness, family support, Black and Latinx services).
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including community groups, schools, youth-serving organizations, families, and youth.
- Serve on and attend youth-focused advisory boards as appropriate.
- Lead the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and support of volunteers for youth center programs and events.
- Support the Youth Services Manager in conducting outreach and developing partnerships with educational institutions (K–12 schools, colleges, universities), healthcare providers, social service agencies, and other youth-serving organizations.
- Assist in achieving all contract goals and objectives related to the youth center's programs and services.
- Respond promptly and appropriately to crisis situations in accordance with organizational protocols, always prioritizing the safety and well-being of youth and families.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of case notes, documentation, and reporting requirements.
- Represent The Center at community activities, outreach events, and partner meetings, as assigned by Center leadership.
- Oversee the youth center's social media presence, including content creation, curation, and scheduling.
- Facilitate tours of the youth center and provide support for development initiatives, including donor engagement activities.
- Provide direct client support, including case management and referrals to both internal and external services.
- Support the Youth Services Manager with budget development, expenditure tracking, and ordering food, supplies, and other program resources.
- Attend all required agency trainings, team meetings, and professional development sessions.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of The Center's mission and the youth center's operations.
Required Qualifications:
- Professional Experience: 1 year of professional experience in a program coordinator, event management, or customer service role.
- Professional Skills: Critical thinking, verbal communication, active listening, and empathy. Organization and documentation skills
- Technical Skills: MS Office Suite.
- Language Skills: English.
Preferred QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education/Experience: Undergraduate degree.
- Professional Experience: 2-3 years prior experience working with LGBTQIA+ youth, case management experience, or social services experience.
- Technical Skills: Microsoft software proficiency-Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook. Proficiency using social media: Instagram and Facebook.
- Language Skills: Spanish.
- Other Qualifications: Knowledgeable about current issues/trends related to the LGBTQIA+ community and others who are historically marginalized.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00 per hour and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular Non-Exempt position.
- Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Diego LGBTQ Community Center is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Transgender Gender Nonconforming Intersex Programs Specialist (TGNCI)
San Francisco
Is remote? No
Openhouse - Bob Ross LGBT Senior Center
Website: https://www.openhouse-sf.org
Posted: October 20, 2025
Contact Information
Lavinia Lakalaka
https://www.openhousesf.org/careers
Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Transgender Gender Nonconforming Intersex Programs Specialist (TGNCI)
LOCATION/NEIGHBORHOOD: 75 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
San Francisco neighborhood – Hayes Valley, Upper mid-market
REMOTE/ON-SITE/COMBO: Combo: Remote 1x week/On-site 4x week
DEPARTMENT: Community Engagement Department
REPORTS TO: Manager of TGI Programs
FLSA STATUS: Full-time, Non-exempt
FTE STATUS: 1.00
COMPENSATION: $28.00-$31.00 per hour
PUBLIC TRANSIT PROXIMITY: ½ block from F Line, 1 block from Bus lines 6 & 7
SCHEDULE: 40hrs/week
Generally, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday 12 p.m.
to 8:30 p.m. Last Sunday of each month 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Occasional work on
additional weekends and evenings.
POSITION SUMMARY: Openhouse seeks a positive, compassionate, caring, and organized TGNCI Programs Specialist who is a passionate advocate for Trans and Gender Nonconforming older adults seeking high quality aging services in San Francisco Bay Area. Our ideal candidate will represent Openhouse and support our program partners to improve access and quality of care for Trans and Gender Nonconforming older adults and adults with disabilities through outreach, supportive community engagement, and community-building activities that center the needs of trans elders. The TGNCI Programs Specialist is responsible for providing programmatic oversight and ongoing support, outreach and recruitment, and accessibility to social services for TGNCI older adults age 55+ and adults with disabilities. Due to the nature of the position, weekend and evening scheduling and some additional duties may be required.
ABOUT OPENHOUSE: Openhouse was founded in 1998 to empower Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) older adults to overcome the unique challenges they face as they age by providing LGBTQ+ welcoming housing, resources, high-impact direct services, and innovative community programs. As a result, Openhouse reduces isolation and empowers LGBTQ+ older adults to improve their overall health, well-being, and economic security. We are a dynamic and entrepreneurial on the leading edge of the growing field of aging services for LGBTQ+ elders at the local, state, and national levels. Openhouse believes in manifesting opportunities with, and not just for, LGBTQ+ older adults to build and reconnect with community by providing housing, direct services, and community programs.
Openhouse is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to candidates who identify as women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA2S++ community, and individuals across the gender spectrum. We recognize that systemic inequities may discourage some candidates from applying unless they meet every qualification listed. If you believe your skills and experiences align with the role and you are passionate about our mission, we encourage you to apply. We value the unique perspectives and talents that each individual brings to our organization. Openhouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by law.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Community Engagement programs team organizes hundreds of hours of intellectually stimulating activities each month that bring LGBTQIA2S++ older adults together to meet, socialize, and learn together. Working as part of Openhouse’s Community Engagement team, the TGNCI Programs Specialist designs and facilitates affirming spaces including social groups, wellness activities, and cultural events that foster belonging and reduce isolation among TGI elders in San Francisco. The TGNCI Programs Specialist plays a vital role in advancing Openhouse’s mission to help LGBTQIA2S++ older adults connect, thrive, and age with dignity and joy.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide Program Support that Includes:
- Working collaboratively with the Manager of TGI programming to support person-centered, TGI culturally responsive programming to ensure a safer, inclusive and welcoming environment for TGI older adults and adults with disabilities in San Francisco Bay area.
- Working collaboratively with key external partners to maintain strong partnerships and deliver high quality programming and services.
- Co-facilitating weekly support groups of more than forty TGI older adults and adults with disabilities in a manner that promotes mutual respect and emotional safety.
- Fostering and demonstrating inclusivity, in both dialogue and action that aligns with Openhouse’s mission.
- Supporting logistics, as needed, for the weekly Trans Resilience Support Group, biweekly 50+ & Fabulous Trans Support Group, TGI Emotional Support Group, Monthly Sunday Celebration Lunch and Karaoke, regular TGI outings, and other TGI-specific programming at Openhouse and offsite.
- Collaborating with the TGI Program Manager to develop the annual program calendar, both for internal and partnership programs.
- Supporting community members enrolled in SFCHC, TGIJP, and Shanti-PAWS programs through warm handoffs to trans-affirming health and social services, both internal and external to Openhouse.
- Supporting and participating in the TGI Advisory Board meetings and program celebration events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Outreach/Liaise and Engage TGNCI Older Adults in Services by:
- Making wellness calls to the TGI community roster and taking effective action to provide needed emotional, social, and practical support.
- Engaging TGI seniors in Openhouse mission through education, information about programs and services and community-building opportunities.
- Conducting outreach that will include phone calls, emails, in-person dialogue, festival tabling and announcements in newsletters to reach potential TGI participants and service providers about Openhouse TGI program.
- Ensuring proper level of support to TGI seniors and adults with disabilities, including addressing barriers to future engagement and service connection, with short-term practical support, and referrals to longer term support services when available.
- Engaging in supporting community engagement activities and Openhouse services as needed.
- Advocating for community members and connecting them to TGI Community Case manager and/or Openhouse Resource and referral navigator for service providers such as rent relief, food bank, support services/case management, etc.
- Referring interested community members to collaborative partner TGI older adult programs.
- Providing and eliciting community member feedback about Openhouse programs and partnership programs and help continue to make improvements in program delivery and services over time.
- Other duties as assigned.
Engage in Community Organization Outreach and Relationship Development by:
- Promoting Openhouse TGI programs and services broadly across San Francisco service organizations, fairs, exhibitions, and community groups.
- Working with Openhouse staff to provide education and information about partnership programs and assist them in referring potential community members for enrollment.
Fulfilling Administrative Tasks that include:
- Completing OH registration for participants enrolled in program.
- Assisting the Manager of TGI Programs in conducting program evaluations and Consumer Satisfaction surveys twice per year with older adults and volunteers to maintain high quality programming tailored to program outcomes.
- Entering data collected using internal databases (Neon One) and external reporting systems (GetCare).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with older LGBTQIA++ adults or equivalent experience working with other populations with unique socialization and service needs including but not limited to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, behavioral health, caregiver wellness, traumatic brain injury, etc.
- Sensitivity to and knowledge of the unique life experiences, challenges, and strengths of the communities supported by Openhouse’s mission.
- Experience facilitating groups (preferably older adults and/or TGI population) in settings such as community centers demonstrating ability to manage group energy, respond to changing needs and support participants with empathy
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience with administrative responsibilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to quickly learn software programs, online databases and tools.
- Good critical thinking skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Fluency in English.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to the required qualifications, the ideal candidate for the position will be able to demonstrate:
- Familiarity with de-escalation techniques and conflict–resolution strategies to resolve issues while maintaining the dignity of all involved.
- Community development/organizing skills are highly valued.
- Experience working with Transgender, Gender non-conforming and Intersex older adults and adults with disabilities is highly valued.
- Knowledge of San Francisco’s aging and disability resources preferred.
- Knowledge of and familiarity with client assessment, documentation and databases, and information and referral appreciated.
- Proficiency in a second language is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Full COVID vaccination required (or approved accommodation).
- Physical skills and ability to participate in event and program planning and execution, and ability to be independently mobile in the community.
WORKING CONDITIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Must be available to attend and work occasional events outside of standard work hours, including:
- Occasional evening meetings and events
- Community events throughout the year
- Must be able to travel locally to meetings or offsite events.
- Must be able to operate a computer and other common office machinery such as a copier/printer up to eight hours/day daily.
- Must be able to work in a shared office space, with moderate levels of noise.
COMPENSATION: Starting range is $28.00/hour to $31.00/hour, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) non-exempt position. Openhouse offers a dynamic, vibrant, collaborative and supportive work environment. All eligible employees may participate in insurance benefits upon first of the month following 30 days after date of hire – full-time employees are eligible for health insurance, while full- and part-time employees are eligible for dental, vision, and LTD insurance. Openhouse also offers a wide range of additional benefits to employees including, but not limited to: EAP, paid vacation time off, 14 paid holidays, 401(k) with employer match (available after first year of consecutive employment), commuter benefit, legal name and gender change. Some benefits are pro-rated based on employee Full Time Equivalent (FTE).
TO APPLY: E-mail cover letter and resume detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to HR@openhousesf.org. No phone calls please.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Applicants do not need to disclose their criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to the applicant. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Company is concerned about a conviction(s) that is directly related to the job, the applicant will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction(s), provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. More information about the Fair Chance Act can be found by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.
Executive Director
Rehoboth, Delaware
Is remote? No
CAMP Rehoboth Community Center
Rehoboth, DE
Website: https://www.camprehoboth.com/
Posted: November 17, 2025
Contact Information
Name: Anthony Paskauskas, Chief Operating Officer (Cooper Coleman)
Phone: 3123809384
Link to posting: https://www.coopercoleman.com/current-searches
Job Description
Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for leading CAMP Rehoboth toward achieving its mission while ensuring effective and sustainable operations. The ED implements the strategic plan of CAMP Rehoboth and other policies of the Board of Directors to support the organization’s mission and goals while leading the organization's fundraising, administration, facilities management, advocacy, and program oversight. In partnership with the Board, the ED supports Board development and strategic planning and is responsible for achieving annual and long-term fundraising goals. The ED is responsible for providing internal leadership and overseeing all aspects of the organization’s staffing function, including key volunteers who staff programs. The ED also represents the organization to external constituencies, including funders, donors, elected officials, and the general public.
CAMP Rehoboth is a community-centered organization that relies on critical volunteer support throughout the year. A crucial aspect of this role is openly and meaningfully communicating with and engaging the Board, staff members, volunteers, and community members of all identities. The new Executive Director must be adept at nonprofit fundraising across revenue streams, including individual and major gifts, institutional and planned giving, annual and digital fundraising, and campaigns, among others, to ensure CAMP Rehoboth’s long-term resilience.
CAMP Rehoboth’s next executive director is a charismatic engaging leader who is passionate about building community and making genuine connections. This is a considerable and consequential leadership role on which CAMP Rehoboth members will rely to build upon its history and lift up the community for years to come.
The ED serves as the chief executive and community ambassador of CAMP Rehoboth providing strategic leadership, organizational management, and vision to ensure the center fulfills its mission of fostering connection, equity, and belonging.
The ED nurtures community by building and sustaining an inclusive environment where people of all backgrounds can gather, learn, and thrive. This role is responsible for developing programs that reflect community needs, strengthening partnerships with local organizations, and ensuring the center remains a trusted hub for resources, education, and engagement. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the development and implementation of strategic goals and community-based initiatives.
- Cultivating strong relationships with residents, staff, volunteers, partners, and funders.
- Overseeing program operations, budgets, and staff performance to ensure long-term sustainability.
- Promoting a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and empowerment among all stakeholders.
- Representing the organization publicly and advocating for the community’s priorities and strengths.
The ideal candidate is a compassionate, strategic leader with a deep commitment to community development, equity, and relationship-building. They model integrity, empathy, and creativity—helping the community center remain not just a facility, but a vibrant home for connection and growth.
Essential Job Functions
Leadership + Strategy
- Lead CAMP Rehoboth in advancing its mission and strategic plan, ensuring all programs and operations align with its long-term goals and values.
- Translate Board-approved strategic objectives into actionable priorities and measurable outcomes across departments.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and accountability among staff, Board, and volunteers.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and staff, ensuring transparent communication and effective governance.
- Represent CAMP Rehoboth as its chief ambassador with community partners, funders, government officials, and the public.
- Advance an organization-wide focus on the three strategic imperatives—Health, Safety, and Belonging—using them as decision filters for new initiatives.
- Grow CAMP Rehoboth’s presence beyond Rehoboth/Lewes into the wider Sussex County region through partnerships, programming, and visibility.
- Model a “call people in” leadership approach that centers compassion, bridge-building, and community care across generational and class differences.
- Ensure continuity of high-touch community presence and visibility (especially in-season), while evolving sustainable norms for staff workload and ED accessibility
Organizational + Financial Oversight
- Oversee CAMP Rehoboth’s financial health and sustainability through strategic planning and fiscal accountability; partner with the Deputy Director and the Board’s Finance Committee to develop and monitor the annual operating budget.
- Ensure the Deputy Director and accounting vendors maintain effective systems, policies, and internal controls.
- Approve major financial decisions, contracts, and commitments in partnership with the Board and in alignment with Board-approved policies.
- Oversee and ensure organization-wide compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and nonprofit best practices through delegation to the Deputy Director.
- Evaluate organizational performance, infrastructure, and capacity, ensuring staffing and systems support the mission.
- Lead the design and Board authorization of a capital campaign to address facility debt obligations and reduce operating pressure from mortgage servicing.
- Evaluate and, where appropriate, modernize cost-intensive legacy operations (e.g., print publishing) for financial sustainability while honoring community value.
- Supervise facility security standards and ensure a proactive preventive-maintenance program are in place and reviewed annually.
- Engage the Board in regular risk and crisis management reviews, including event safety planning and insurance adequacy.
(Execution of day-to-day accounting, HR admin, and facility management resides with the Deputy Director.)
Fundraising + External Relations
- Serve as CAMP Rehoboth’s chief fundraiser and external advocate, leading efforts to expand and diversify revenue sources.
- Cultivate and solicit major donors, institutional funders, and community partners in partnership with the Development Manager and Board.
- Ensure the creation and execution of annual and multi-year fundraising plans led by the Development Manager.
- Strategize, plan, and execute periodic capital campaigns whenever necessary to engage the community in support of CAMP Rehoboth’s long-term sustainability and strategic risk management.
- Strengthen CAMP Rehoboth’s visibility and relationships through strategic communications, media engagement, and community partnerships.
- Oversee the organization’s marketing, digital presence, and Letters from CAMP Rehoboth, which are published through the communications manager.
- Build and steward strategic alliances with healthcare, education, and government partners.
- Navigate donor segments with differing perspectives (e.g., legacy donors vs. emerging supporters) to broaden inclusion while maintaining mission integrity.
- Support major community programs (e.g., the Chorus) as visibility and revenue drivers; ensure donor engagement strategies are present at high-attendance events.
(Execution of messaging campaigns, events, and communications strategy resides with the Development and Communications Managers.)
People + Culture Leadership
- Ensure that CAMP Rehoboth attracts, retains, and develops a talented and diverse team.
- Supervise senior leadership staff (Deputy Director, Program Manager, Communications Manager, Development Manager, etc.), providing mentorship and guidance while delegating day-to-day operations.
- Promote a culture of equity, belonging, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure that human resources policies and practices—developed and administered by the Deputy Director—reflect CAMP Rehoboth’s values and comply with relevant laws.
- Support staff development by providing coaching and clear growth opportunities and make sure workloads are balanced and shared across the team.
- Ensure strong volunteer pipeline strategies (including younger volunteers and seasonal residents) to counter aging volunteer capacity.
- Embed compassionate community care expectations (presence at key community moments, respectful engagement, trauma-informed practices) into team norms.
- Champion a staff development/continuing-education fund to strengthen team capacity and retention.
Programs + Community Impact
- Provide strategic oversight and accountability for CAMP Rehoboth’s programs and services led by the Program Manager.
- Partner with the Program Manager to evaluate impact, scale successful initiatives, and ensure programmatic alignment with community needs and strategic priorities.
- Develop and maintain high-level relationships with partner organizations, government agencies, and funders that enhance CAMP Rehoboth’s advocacy and programmatic reach.
- Broaden access by expanding programs and outreach westward across Sussex County in response to community geography and growth.
- Evolve advocacy beyond policy to include visibility, relationship-building, and pastoral community care—showing up for the community as a core program value.
- Ensure data-informed program decisions (e.g., heat maps, participation trends) to guide expansion, sunsetting, or partnership transitions.
- Coordinate with health partners to sustain STI/HIV services access in light of grant fluctuations, leveraging clinical partners where appropriate.
(Execution of individual programs, events, and partnerships resides with the Program Manager and team.)
Board Relations + Governance
- Collaborate with the Board President to plan meetings, set agendas, and provide timely information and reports.
- Support Board recruitment, orientation, and development to ensure diverse representation and effective governance.
- Partner with the Board on long-term strategic planning, organizational evaluation, and resource development.
- Support succession planning for Board leadership and key committees to ensure continuity and clarity for the ED and staff.
Qualifications
Education + Experience Requirements
- Minimum of eight to 10 years in nonprofit management/organizational leadership, with the ability to influence and drive organizational evolution in keeping with the mission, strategic goals, values, and capacity.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a relevant field; equivalent work experience will be considered.
- Management/supervisory experience required; Arts and/or event management experience a plus.
Skills, Competencies, + Attributes of Success
Strategic Leadership. Proven success in leading a complex nonprofit organization through growth or transition, with the ability to set clear priorities, make sound decisions, and balance strategy with agility and opportunity.
Fundraising + External Relations. Demonstrated expertise in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors and institutional partners, including experience leading capital or comprehensive campaigns. Comfortable engaging with diverse donor audiences—from long-time supporters to new and emerging constituencies.
Financial Stewardship.
Strong understanding of nonprofit financial management, budgeting, and long-term fiscal planning, with the ability to work closely with staff and the Board to ensure organizational sustainability.
Board Partnership. Experience working effectively with volunteer boards; building trust, providing strategic guidance, and fostering strong governance practices that respect both Board and staff leadership roles.
Community + Relationship Building. Exceptional interpersonal and listening skills; able to build and sustain relationships with individuals and organizations across generational, socioeconomic, and cultural differences. Brings a natural sense of diplomacy, care, and compassion to community engagement.
Advocacy + Visibility. Confident public communicator with an authentic presence who can represent CAMP Rehoboth’s mission to government, civic, and community audiences while advancing inclusion and belonging for all.
People + Culture Leadership. Experience supervising and mentoring a multi-generational staff and volunteers, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and shared accountability. Understands how to balance high expectations with empathy and encouragement.
Operational Oversight. Familiarity with a community-based organization's administrative and operational dimensions, including HR, facilities, and risk management.
Change Management. Brings emotional intelligence, patience, and steady leadership through change—able to strengthen organizational systems while honoring CAMP Rehoboth’s legacy and culture.
Equity + Inclusion. Deep personal and professional commitment to LGBTQ+ equity and intersectional inclusion. Demonstrated ability to lead across lines of identity, background, and belief with humility and respect.
Communication Skills. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and storytelling, that inspire confidence and connection among staff, members, and partners.
Work Ethic + Flexibility. Energized by a fast-paced, seasonal community environment; willing to work evenings and weekends as needed for major events and community engagement; as much as 50+ hours/week. Approaches challenges with creativity, humor, and resilience.
Reporting Relationships
The Executive Director reports to the President of the Board of Directors and has the following supervisory responsibilities:
- Deputy Executive Director
- Financial Assistant
- Administrative Assistant
- Program Manager
- Program + Membership Coordinator
- Communications Manager
- Marketing Specialist
- Editor, Letters**
- Ad Sales, Letters**
- Development Manager
- Event + Volunteer Coordinator
Bold indicates direct report
** indicates non-staff contractor
Location
This position is located in Rehoboth Beach, DE, and requires the successful candidate to reside in or relocate to the area. A relocation stipend may be negotiated at the time of offer if the chosen candidate resides outside the area. Relocation to the area is expected within a reasonable time following acceptance of an employment offer.
Compensation + Benefits
The salary range for this position is $130,000-$150,000 annually. A competitive benefits package is provided, including, but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Short-and long-term disability insurance.
- Contribution of up to 3% of each full-time employee’s salary into a Mutual of America 403(b) retirement plan; eligibility begins after one full year of employment.
- Fifteen days of Paid Time Off (includes sick and vacation) and comp time.
- Fourteen observed holidays.
- Closure between December 24 and January 1.
- Professional development opportunities.
- CAMP Rehoboth leadership strives for a healthy work-life balance and offers some flexible and remote work opportunities.
As a reflection of our firm’s commitment to equity and equal pay for all, Cooper Coleman requires that salary ranges or salary starting points be published for every search we conduct. The practice of not posting salaries perpetuates the gender and racial wage gap. It discriminates against women, people of color, and other historically excluded populations by causing individuals to negotiate from a disadvantaged starting point.
Submission Instructions (read carefully)
Cooper Coleman is leading this search on behalf of CAMP Rehoboth. To apply, please visit this link (www.coopercoleman.com/current-searches). ALL expressions of interest should be made through the online application. Please send nominations of qualified candidates directly to Johnny Cooper at johnny@coopercoleman.com. Kindly use the position title as the subject line of your email. All inquiries will be held in confidence.
A cover letter is not required with your initial application, but is welcome to help us understand your fitness for and interest in this role during our initial evaluation. Candidates invited for interviews will be asked to provide a thoughtful letter of interest indicating their specific qualifications for the opportunity, desire to join CAMP Rehoboth, and connection to its mission.
Cooper Coleman LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, age, ability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Background Checks
Before sending your resume for this position, please read it over for accuracy. Cooper Coleman verifies its candidates' employment and academic credentials at the time of offer, and our clients frequently conduct comprehensive civil and criminal background checks before finalizing an offer.
EEO + Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
CAMP Rehoboth is an Equal Opportunity employer and actively seeks to hire and mentor a workforce that reflects the clients and communities CAMP Rehoboth serves.
CAMP Rehoboth is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities and all other employment laws and regulations.
CAMP Rehoboth maintains a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age (40 and older), race, marital status, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, status as a victim of "domestic violence," a "sexual offense," or "stalking" (as those terms are defined by state law), employment status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. CAMP Rehoboth is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
About CAMP Rehoboth
CAMP Rehoboth is Delaware’s most visible and influential LGBTQ+ organization, dedicated to creating a safe, vibrant community for all people—regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression. Founded in 1991 in the heart of Rehoboth Beach on Baltimore Avenue, CAMP (an acronym for Creating A More Positive) Rehoboth has been recognized regionally as a model for inclusive, community-based advocacy and engagement.
CAMP Rehoboth was named as the Best LGBTQ Community Center Outside of DC in 2024 and Editor’s Choice in 2025 by the Washington Blade.
What began more than three decades ago as a grassroots effort to ensure that Rehoboth Beach would be a welcoming place for the LGBTQ+ community has evolved into a comprehensive community center providing programs and services that promote health, connection, and belonging. Today, CAMP Rehoboth’s work spans health and wellness services—including free HIV testing and counseling, support groups, and health education—alongside cultural events, arts programming, and social activities that build community and celebrate diversity. The organization’s advocacy extends beyond Rehoboth Beach, engaging civic leaders, businesses, and partner organizations throughout Delaware to advance equality and inclusion. At the same time, its community center remains the heart of its mission—a welcoming space where thousands of residents, visitors, and volunteers gather each year to learn, connect, and find fellowship.
CAMP Rehoboth also amplifies LGBTQ+ stories and perspectives through Letters from CAMP Rehoboth, a widely read magazine and digital publication that has become a trusted voice across Delaware and the mid-Atlantic region. The publication celebrates the people, creativity, and progress that define both the organization and the community it serves.
CAMP Rehoboth has become a cornerstone of southern Delaware's civic life through collaboration, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to equity. The organization partners with schools, health systems, local government, and community organizations to strengthen understanding and foster a culture of belonging for everyone who calls the region home.
Guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and powered by staff, volunteers, and supporters, CAMP Rehoboth continues to honor its founders’ vision while evolving to meet the needs of a new generation. As it looks to the future, the organization remains true to its founding belief—that by working with openness and care, we can create a community with room for all.
CAMP Rehoboth, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community service organization dedicated to creating a more positive environment inclusive of all sexual orientations and gender identities in Rehoboth Beach and its related communities. CAMP Rehoboth seeks to promote cooperation and understanding among all people as we work to build a safer and more inclusive community with room for all.
Executive Director
Champaign
Is remote? No
The UP Center of Champaign County (Uniting Pride)
Website: http://unitingpride.org/
Posted: October 13, 2025
Contact Information
Aurora Cruz Torres
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4313555049/?refId=rygM%2FcYoTbmBa%2FHiSjOOhQ%3D%3D&trackingId=rygM%2FcYoTbmBa%2FHiSjOOhQ%3D%3D
Job Description
Job Title: Executive Director
Organization: Uniting Pride
About Us
Uniting Pride (UP) is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and
equitable community where LGBTQ+ people are celebrated and supported. Through advocacy,
education, cultural events, and direct support, UP works to advance equity and justice for all.
We are seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as our next Executive Director and guide
the organization into its next chapter of growth and impact.
The Opportunity
As the Executive Director, you will serve as the chief executive and leader of Uniting Pride,
overseeing daily operations, strategic initiatives, fundraising, staff management, program
development, and community outreach, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and
values. This role is ideal for an experienced nonprofit leader who is passionate about LGBTQ+
rights, equity, and justice, and who thrives in community-centered, mission-driven work.
Key Responsibilities
1. Organizational Leadership & Strategy:
a. Develop and implement a strategic plan in collaboration with the Board to ensure
alignment with Uniting Pride’s mission and anti-racist framework.
b. Build and maintain relationships with community partners, funders, and
stakeholders to amplify impact, and represent Uniting Pride publicly in advocacy
for LGBTQ+ rights.
2. Fundraising & Financial Management:
a. Lead diversified fundraising efforts (corporate sponsorships, individual donations,
grants, special events, and planned giving) and oversee grant management,
ensuring compliance and sustaining funder relationships.
b. Manage the organization’s budget with the Finance Committee, Finance &
Program Manager, and Board to ensure fiscal accountability and long-term
sustainability.
c. Provide financial oversight to ensure operational viability and resource
development.
3. Program Oversight & Evaluation:
a. Supervise staff, ensuring effective program and operational delivery and
evaluation using data and community feedback.
b. Develop and manage program budgets and oversee the development of
community education and training programs, ensuring cultural competency and
alignment with organizational goals.
4. Operations & Administration:
a. Ensure compliance with operational policies, procedures, and regulations.
b. Manage daily administrative functions, identify challenges, and provide
innovative solutions to maintain organizational accountability.
5. Board Engagement Governance:
a. Collaborate with the Board to ensure effective governance and provide regular
updates and financial summaries.
b. Assist in cultivating new Board members and community leaders to strengthen
the organization leadership.
6. Community Engagement & Advocacy:
a. Develop outreach strategies to engage diverse populations, particularly
marginalized communities.
b. Represent Uniting Pride in local, state, and national advocacy efforts.
7. Supervision & Staff Development:
a. Supervise, coach, and evaluate staff to foster an inclusive work culture.
b. Ensure that staff and volunteers receive appropriate training and have access to
professional development opportunities.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, public administration, social work, or a
related field, with a minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in nonprofit or mission-
driven organizations (or equivalent experience).
● Proven success in fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant management.
● Strong financial management skills, including budget development and oversight.
● Demonstrated knowledge of LGBTQ+ issues and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and
justice.
● Excellent communication, relationship-building, and project management skills.
● Experience in advocacy, public policy, and community engagement is preferred.
● Proficiency with financial reporting tools and Google Suite.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
● Strong communication and writing skills.
● Ability to work well with diverse or marginalized populations.
● Demonstrated experience managing and leading organizational budgets of at least
$100,000, with a strong understanding of nonprofit financial principles, including
budgeting, strategic forecasting, and fiscal oversight.
● Proficiency with financial management tools such as QuickBooks software, with the
ability to interpret financial reports and ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting
standards.
● Ability to interpret financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), generate
financial reports for the board, and use financial data for strategic planning.
● Familiarity with annual audit processes, working with auditors, and ensuring financial
practices meet regulatory and nonprofit standards.
● Experience developing multi-year financial plans, aligning resources with strategic goals,
and guiding the organization’s long-term financial health.
Compensation and Benefits
● Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000
● Benefits: Currently, Uniting Pride contributes $ 2,000 per year to a federally sanctioned
health reimbursement account (HRA).
How to Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and contact information for three
references to upedsearch@unitingpride.org. Applications will be reviewed after the closing date
on October 27th.
Development Operations Manager
Philadelphia
Is remote? No
William Way Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center
Website: http://www.waygay.org
Posted: October 8, 2025
Contact Information
Darius McLean
https://www.waygay.org/jobs
Job Description
Location: Hybrid, 2-3 days in office with frequent virtual meetings and events
Position Overview:
The Development Operations Manager plays a critical role in supporting all aspects of fundraising
operations, donor stewardship, grant management, and revenue tracking. This role reports to the
lead development officer and works closely with the Executive Director, William Way Community
Center Management, Finance, and Development & Communications teams to ensure smooth, accu-
rate, and donor-centered development processes. The Development Operations Manager will also
be responsible for maintaining development systems, improving data integrity, and supporting
strategic donor communication efforts.
Responsibilities:
Donor Stewardship and Communications
• Personally thank donors via email, phone calls, and other channels in compliance with devel-
opment policies on recognition, stewardship, and acknowledgements
• For major gifts, assign thank-you emails, meetings, visits, cards, or calls
• Track all interactions with prospective donors and committee members in Salesforce
• Manage the Development email account, ensuring timely and professional responses
• Schedule and occasionally attend virtual donor meetings
• Update donor notes from meetings & correspondence in Salesforce and other tracking systems
• Communicate and steward donors from online giving platforms
• Provide technical support during special donor tours and virtual events
Development Operations
• Track pledges and manage donation entry, including processing donations via online giving
platforms, third-party advised funds, and charitable giving vehicles
• Interpret Salesforce reports, recognize and correct discrepancies with online giving platforms
• Support the quality control, cleanup, and maintenance of the Salesforce database
• Coordinate with the Finance team with routine revenue reconciliation
• Take accurate minutes during Development and Communications team meetings
Grants Management
• Assist in all stages of the grant process, from initial research and writing to submission and
reporting
• Organizing grant templates and assist with drafting grant language and narratives for proposals
• Project manage grant deadlines and ensure timely submissions
• Support grant compliance efforts, including communicating grant restrictions to relevant staff
• Assist with the preparation of interim and final grant reports
Internal Collaboration
• Maintain ongoing communication with the Executive Director, senior staff, and the Development
& Communications team members
• Provide consistent administrative and technical support to ensure all development efforts run
efficiently
Preferred Qualifications:
• 3+ years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising operations, or donor stewardship • Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM databases; ability to interpret reports and trouble- shoot data issues • Experience with grant writing and fundraising related compliance processes • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a diverse team • Comfort with technology and virtual event support • Commitment to donor confidentiality and nonprofit ethics
To apply for the Development Operations Manager role, please visit William Way Community Center’s Jobs section and submit your cover letter and resume