LGBTQ+ Program Coordinator

JOB TITLE

LGBTQ+ Program Coordinator

REPORTS TO

Sr. Director of Community Programs

SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm

LOCATION

Venice, CA, Access Center, On-site

STATUS

Full-Time, 40 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt

DRIVER POSITION

Yes [If yes, please reference driving policy]

SALARY RANGE

$26.00-$28.85/hr

ABOUT US

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop‑in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.

SPY is a unique social impact agency that values community collaboration, and a deep commitment to the wellbeing of youth. If you have the skills, passion, and collaborative spirit, join our growing team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is seeking a passionate LGBTQ Coordinator to lead a comprehensive LGBTQ-affirming program that provides safe spaces, mentorship, education, and affirming resources for LGBTQ foster youth and transitional‑age youth (TAY) across Los Angeles. This role will create engaging youth programming while building the capacity of staff, foster families, and partner providers through training, allyship development, and culturally responsive support for the 1,000 youth SPY serves annually.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Facilitate weekly Queer Joy group sessions (5–15 youth per session) focusing on identity exploration, self-care, sexual health, and navigating internalized homophobia and transphobia.
• Integrate creative, youth-centered activities such as zine‑making, queer trivia, playlist‑building, and DIY self‑care kits.
• Create a safe, affirming environment where LGBTQ youth can build confidence, belonging, and community.
• Distribute gender‑affirming products.
• Develop and maintain LGBTQ‑specific resource lists.
• Provide individualized referrals for gender‑affirming healthcare and legal services, including name/gender marker changes.
• Support SPY staff and partners in strengthening cultural competency and trauma‑informed practices in daily interactions with LGBTQ youth.
• Partner with LA Pride, Promote, and other local organizations to host youth‑centered events and outreach opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Los Angeles LGBT Center to provide mentorship opportunities for LGBTQ youth. Co-host workshops with AMAAD Institute on topics such as coming out, intersectionality, and identity development.
• Advocate for LGBTQ‑inclusive organizational policies and practices within SPY and across partner systems.
• Collect data and feedback from participants to inform program improvements and broader advocacy efforts.
• Collaborate with SPY’s Access Center and Clinical Teams to support day‑to‑day program operations and youth engagement, ensuring LGBTQ+ youth are connected across all service areas.
• Implement culturally responsive outreach strategies to engage LGBTQ+ youth and allies in SPY’s case management and wellness services.
• Plan and facilitate site‑wide community‑building events (e.g. field trips, social gatherings, creative workshops) that foster belonging among LGBTQ youth and their peers, as part of SPY’s broader commitment to inclusive, affirming programming for all.
• Support wraparound resource navigation for LGBTQ+ youth, including warm referrals for housing, mental health, benefits, education, parenting resources, and employment.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care coordination by participating in case conferencing and team‑based service planning.
• Provide ongoing feedback to internal teams on how to improve site‑wide LGBTQ+ inclusion and cultural responsiveness.
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field preferred.
• Related work or lived experience will be strongly considered in place of or in addition to a degree.
• 1-2 years of experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals in a social services, education, community based, or related setting required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of LGBTQ+ affirming practices, resources, and culturally responsive approaches to supporting LGBTQ+ youth
• 1–2 years of experience providing direct services to high-risk transitional-age youth required.
• 1–2 years of experience utilizing a trauma-informed care model required.
• Working knowledge of child and adolescent social, emotional, and cognitive development, and trauma-informed