Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania is the local affiliate of the country's leading sexual and reproductive health care advocate and provider. Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania operates 10 health centers throughout Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. Nationwide, Planned Parenthood affiliates operate more than 600 health centers, providing medical services and sexuality education for millions of individuals (adults and teens) each year. We also work with allies worldwide to ensure that all people have the right and the means to meet their sexual and reproductive health care needs. Do you have a passion for the work that PPSEP does and experience as a Youth Group Facilitator? If you meet the below requirements and are seeking a part time position, please apply!
\n RequirementsBachelor's degree in related field (public health, sexuality, reproductive health, education) or minimum two years of experience in program facilitation for youth/young adults or equivalent combination of education and experience Job DutiesFacilitate multiple LGBTQIA+ youth spaces in Chester CountyFacilitate, lead and develop weekly/biweekly group sessions for members in our groupsDevelop age appropriate and inclusive programming including educational, social and recreational activitiesManage a group of volunteers to aid with facilitation of the groupWork closely with the LGBTEA Alliance of Chester County Provide some emotional support to teens facing complicated life circumstances (discrimination, bullying, abuse, isolation/loneliness, gender dysphoria, mental illness etc.)Be familiar with local and national resources that are specific to LGBTQIA+ youth to provide to the group as neededProvide community outreach to market groups and recruit participantsIndependently solves routine problems and selects solutions from a variety of established standards and procedures.Makes routine, relatively low-cost expenditures with prior approval from Associate Director of Education.Regular contact with supervisor and other ED/PD Department staff and administrative staff in assigned schools and partner organizations. Recognizes the value of diversity and maintains relationships with staff and external audiences that respect individual dignity.Responsible for supervising SPOT/Rainbow Phoenix volunteers, and occasional internsIndividual and group facilitation skills.Knowledge of sexuality education and adolescent developmentKnowledge of LGBTQIA identitiesAbility to perform job responsibilities with minimal supervisionAbility to travel throughout Chester CountyStrong organizational skillsStrong understanding of setting boundaries with young peopleAbility and desire to work well in a team environmentAbility to strictly maintain confidentiality of all PPSP activities and clientsAvailability to work evenings and occasional weekendsDesire and commitment to working with youthAbility to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative, and critical thinkingCompetence with computer software programs for writing, researching, and communicatingAbility to manage time independently to complete multiple projects and priorities simultaneouslyCultural sensitivity and ability to understand and relate to people of all identities, ages, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds
\nPlanned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania (PPSP) is an equal employment opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender and gender expression/identity, age, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, uniformed service member/veteran status, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are fully committed to building a workplace that values racial and social justice. We strongly encourage all persons to apply, including people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community.