Program Coordinator

Description

Reporting to the Director of the LGBTQIA+ Aging Project, this position will work in conjunction with LGBTQIA+ Aging Project Director to deliver technical assistance and training for aging services, outreach, and engagement of LGBTQIA+ older adults, and coordinate Aging Project activities. Grant funding for this position is assured through 2025.

Representative Duties:

Conduct LGBTQIA+ Aging Project technical assistance, outreach, and engagement

• Collaborate with mainstream elder service organizations on development, implementation, and outreach for LGBTQIA+ inclusive programming
• Coordinate and host educational/community programs and activities for LGBTQIA+ older adults/caregivers and allies
• Outreach and collaboration with LGBTQIA+ and mainstream community groups to expand affinity groups
• Coordinate LGBTQIA+ Senior Pride Coalition - for Boston Pride 4 the People
• Maintain documentation for all outreach and programming efforts/events
• Responsible for collaboration with FH communications department regarding outreach, education, social media, etc.

Provide training, programming, and visibility support for Aging Project

• Collaborate with Aging Project Director to develop and deliver trainings and technical assistance content (modules, best practice tool kits, in person training sessions)
• Develop and deliver presentations at public community events, conferences etc.
• Develop and maintain adequate proficiency in LGBTQIA+ aging policy issues
• Develop and maintain adequate proficiency in mainstream aging networks, policies, programs
• Represent LGBTQIA+ Aging Project in professional, location appropriate manner.
• Represent LGBTQIA+ Aging Project with local and national community partners
• Provide support to LGBTQIA+ Aging Project events, projects as needed
• Represent Aging Project Director when necessary

Participate in overall administrative/program coordination of Aging Project

• Maintain records, statistics; provide reports as necessary
• Monitor budget expenditures for outreach programs
• Collaborate with TFI Education Division and Fenway Health Center as needed

Meets Agency Participatory ExpectationSuggests and participates in continuing quality improvement efforts

• Adheres to all agency and departmental policies and procedures
• Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities as requested
• Adheres to the highest principles of client confidentiality
• Adheres to established safety policies, procedures, and precautions; identifies potential or actual unsafe situations in the environment and takes measures to rectify the situation
• Attends all required meetings, in-services, and professional trainings
• Maintains professional competence necessary to perform job responsibilities; maintains and provides agency with records of continuing education activities
• Serves on agency committees and in professional organizations when requested

Performs other duties as related

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent
• 5 years of relevant work experience (bachelor's degree plus 2 years relevant work experience may substitute work experience requirements)
• Knowledge of and familiarity with LGBTQIA+ communities
• Knowledge of and familiarity with elder care network
• Knowledge of and experience with older adults
• Experience in community organizing, marketing, or related areas
• Excellent written and public speaking/presentation skills
• Excellent time management skills and proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to work independently
• Ability to travel throughout MA as needed
• Knowledge of or ability to learn Microsoft, Powerpoint, Excel, Zoom.
• Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with colleagues, patients, clients, and vendors across the spectrum of diversity including but not limited to race, ethnicity, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic status, national origin and immigrant status, religious or spiritual identity, disability (physical, mental, emotional, and developmental), veteran status, and/or limited English proficiency.
• Willingness to contribute to Fenway's efforts in becoming an anti-racist organization and promoting a culture dedicated to ongoing development in service of humility, equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, where differences are acknowledged and valued.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed for community programs
• Ability to work remotely

We offer competitive salaries, and for those who qualify, an excellent benefits package; including comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans, and a retirement plan with employer match. We also provide 12 paid holidays, paid vacation, and more. LGBTQIA+ identified persons, Black, Indigenous, and other people of color (BIPOC), and individuals from other historically underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary Description

$24.82 - $31.03 per hour ($48,400 - $60,500)