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Reports To: Office Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Updated: 2/22/24
Salary Range: $24,000 - $38,000
SUMMARY
Under supervision of the Office Manager, and as a member of a team, this position performs
recruitment, community outreach and education, information and referrals and connection to UWC's
services to Trans and Non-binary identified individuals. This is a contractual position of up to 90
hours per month at $15 to $20 dollars per hour depending on community outreach activities and
experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Facilitate monthly support groups or interviews with Trans and Non-binary sex workers
• Interview and screen new and returning members
• Develop outreach and recruitment plans as necessary
• Network with professional and community groups/organizations
• Generate and maintains member reports, files, and progress records
• Create letters, pamphlets, handouts and social media content
• Use specialized computer applications to enter and retrieve information, process eligibility
determinations, issue event & appointment reminders, prepare correspondence, prioritize work, or
perform other relevant tasks
BENEFITS
Competitive Wages
5 paid Trans Days plus paid birthday off and anniversary day Mileage reimbursement
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
INTERACTION
This position continuously interacts with the Unique Woman's Coalition staff, consumers, the public, and various collaborative agencies.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A minimum of one (1) year experience conducting training, or as a social service worker where the
responsibilities routinely included presenting in front of small or large groups. An equivalent
combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
for the position may also be considered.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/ or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to exercise tact, objectivity, sensitivity, strategy and judgment in dealing with a
variety of populations in a variety of situations
• Ability to develop, organize, and conduct presentations before large and small groups
• Proficient use of Windows operating systems and MS Office Suite programs including Outlook,
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English is required. Ability to communicate fluently in
Spanish or other second language is desirable
• Ability to create lesson plans or develop lesson plans from established training
curriculum.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and coordinated working relationships with
individuals, groups and community agencies
• General understanding of youth, elderly and disabled home-care/un-housed needs and
issues
• General understanding of community and agency resources supporting services and social
functions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate judgment
• Attention to detail when updating and accurately maintaining records and documents, reviewing
and verifying information, and resolving errors and discrepancies discovered in the course of work
• Plans, organizes and coordinates outreach-type activities in the community, including
information fairs, special event and community presentations.
• Coordinates focus groups and workshops to gather community input and feedback on various
issues.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of Department of Justice criminal background check and a federal debarment
and exclusion list review, possession of a valid class C California Driver’s License, and ability
to provide proof of current automobile insurance. Use of own vehicle may be required. Employee may
be required to store and/or transport outreach and/or training materials in vehicle dependent upon
work assignments.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear,
stand for extended periods of time, fine finger manipulation, reach with hands and arms, and stoop.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, and ability to adjust focus and view information on
a computer screen for long periods of time. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds with or
without assistance.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment varies between a typical office setting and traveling throughout Los Angeles
County to attend meetings with collaborative agencies, or conduct training, or orientations, and
engaging in outreach activities. The noise level in the work environment is
moderate.
Estamos contratando entrenadores TGI para trabajo como contratistas independientes.
Título del trabajo: Entrenador
Responsabilidades laborales:
Los entrenadores asumirán la responsabilidad de llevar a cabo sesiones de formación para el personal de refugio, centrándose en varios aspectos críticos. Estas sesiones tienen como objetivo mejorar las habilidades en resolución de problemas, fomentar una cultura de oficina inclusiva, establecer rigurosos estándares de práctica, familiarizar al personal con la terminología esencial, satisfacer eficazmente las necesidades de los clientes y adherirse a pautas éticas. Además, la formación abordará los temas cruciales de reconocer y abordar sesgos conscientes e inconscientes. Además de estas responsabilidades, los entrenadores deben poseer un profundo conocimiento de las cuestiones transgénero, un conocimiento completo del panorama cultural transgénero local y familiaridad con una amplia gama de prácticas culturales. Estas sesiones de formación son de gran importancia, ya que empoderarán al personal del refugio para proporcionar un estándar de atención más alto, mejorando significativamente el apoyo y la asistencia disponibles para los miembros de la comunidad TGI.
Duración del contrato:
El contrato para esta posición finalizará en julio de 2024.
Ubicación:
Las sesiones de "Entrenar al Entrenador" se llevarán a cabo en persona, mientras que aproximadamente el 90% de la formación para el personal del refugio se llevará a cabo virtualmente.
Compensación:
Los entrenadores recibirán $1,000 por un mínimo de 5 sesiones (2 reuniones obligatorias y 3 entrenamientos en refugios), con una compensación adicional de $200 por cada sesión adicional.
Fecha límite de solicitud:
La fecha límite de solicitud para esta posición es el 1 de noviembre de 2023.
Para presentar su solicitud, utilice nuestra aplicación en línea fácil de usar: www.theuwc.org/jobs
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Positions Available will be listed here:
* Trainers
We're looking for dedicated TGI Trainers to join our team! If you're passionate about creating positive
change and enhancing support for the TGI community, this role is for you. *Independent Contractor Work*
🔹 Job Title: Trainer
🔹 Contract Ends: July 2024
🔹 Location: In-person and virtual sessions
🔹 Compensation: Competitive rates
As a Trainer, you'll empower shelter staff with the skills to elevate care for TGI community members.
Your expertise in problem-solving, inclusivity, and cultural awareness will make a real difference.
Apply by clicking the link and be a part of this transformative journey. Let's make a difference together!
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Job Responsibilities:
Trainers will take on the responsibility of conducting training sessions for shelter staff, focusing on multiple critical aspects. These sessions will aim to enhance skills in problem-solving, fostering an inclusive office culture, establishing rigorous standards of practice, familiarizing staff with essential terminology, effectively meeting clients' needs, and adhering to ethical guidelines. Furthermore, the training will address the crucial topics of recognizing and addressing conscious and unconscious bias. In addition to these responsibilities, trainers should possess a deep understanding of Transgender issues, a comprehensive knowledge of the local transgender cultural landscape, and familiarity with a diverse range of cultural practices. These training sessions hold immense significance as they will empower shelter staff to provide a higher standard of care, significantly improving the support and assistance available to members of the TGI community.
Contract Duration:
The contract for this position will end in July 2024.
Location:
Train the Trainer sessions will be held in person, while approximately 90% of the training for shelter staff will be conducted virtually.
Length of training sessions: 90 Minutes
Compensation:
Trainers will receive $1,000 for a minimum of 5 sessions, with each additional session compensated at a rate of $200.
Application Deadline:
The application deadline for this position is November 1, 2023.
To apply, use our mobile-friendly online application: