Support Group Administrator

Organization Description 

The Center on Colfax has grown to become the largest LGBTQ+ community center in the Rocky Mountain region. The Center is a collaborative leader that positively impacts the lived experience of LGBTQ+ people in Denver and Colorado by creating inclusive programs and events, fostering connections, and leveraging the individual and collective strengths of the community. In addition, the Center produces Denver PrideFest/Parade/Pride 5K, the largest Pride celebration in the Rocky Mountain Region. 

Position Description

This position will assist the Director of Transgender Services in overseeing peer-led support groups, recruiting and training facilitators, administering surveys, and entering support group related data. The Support Group Administrator may be required to open and close site. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates their schedule with the Director of Transgender Services to ensure support group coverage 
• Enters data to track program objectives and for reporting
• Sets up meeting room space 
• Prepares food, materials and seating
• Sets up Owl video meeting technology, as needed 
• Runs in person and online support groups
• Assists in facilitator recruitment and training 
• Responsible for opening and closing of building 
• Administers and collects surveys, and enters data
• Assists in the development of additional support groups 
• Assists in the planning and support of special events such as Transgender Day Of Visibility and Transgender Day Of Remembrance
• Staffs Transgender area at our annual Pride Fest in June

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED 
• Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, social work, or similar field, preferred
• 3 years administrative experience 
• 1 year experience in performing client-directed services (social service, grassroots organizations, community advocacy)
• Familiarity with transgender experience 
• Experience facilitating support groups 
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Commitment to the values of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility
• Awareness and understanding of the issues and needs affecting Denver’s LGBTQ+ community
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Passion for The Center’s mission
• Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team member
• Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Bilingual in Spanish language, preferred
• Passing a criminal history background check

Working Conditions

• Regular schedule will be as follow:
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
• Work in a collaborative, fast paced and continually evolving professional environment
• Work in hybrid, physical and virtual, environment, as necessary
• Occasional lifting up to 35 pounds, with reasonable accommodation
• Frequent giving, receiving, and analyzing of information
• Frequent use of computers, Microsoft Office Suite, and video conference equipment and software
• Must be available to work The Center’s annual Pride Fest in June

To Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications for the Support Group Administrator job. Applications will be accepted via Paylocity and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Job is open until filled. 

Disclaimer

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, leadership reserves the right to revise the job or to require additional or different tasks be performed as assigned. Any future changes to the job would be reviewed to determine if a compensatory impact is warranted. 

The Center on Colfax is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The Center believes in developing and supporting a diverse workforce, and all employment decisions will be based on qualifications and business needs.