Job o' the Day: LIFTing Women!
By Lauren Forbes
Legal Information for Families Today (LIFT) is seeking a talented and experienced professional to join the team as the Women’s Program Coordinator. Reporting to the Chief Program Officer, the Women’s Program Coordinator will be a key member of LIFT’s team with the following responsibilities: (1) coordinate legal and social services for women participants; (2) systematize infrastructure and operations for women’s programming; (3) facilitate curriculum-based evening support group sessions, workshops, and classes; (4) conduct participant screenings; (5) identify and build organizational relationships with social service providers to ensure high impact referrals for LIFT’s participants and families; (6) serve as an ambassador for all LIFT programs; and (7) facilitate trainings for LIFT team members. The LIFT Team is collaborative, fast-paced, and maintains a sense of humor.
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree, including LCSW/MSW;
- Self-starter, motivated, and committed to empowering women and improving the lives of children and families;
- Demonstrated successful program operations experience;
- Knowledge of organizations serving women citywide and public benefits mosaic;
- Proven success working with women, especially single mothers and grandmothers;
- Excellent communication skills, energy, and enthusiasm;
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently and in a team environment;
- Interest and experience in Family Court, family law, child welfare and/or providing services to families;
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and
- Fluency in Spanish a plus – multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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