COMMUNITY CARE SPECIALIST

Responsibilities

• Represent Give Us The Floor at local events, conferences, school programs, after-school programs, community gatherings, and fundraising events, etc.
• Actively develop partnerships with New Mexico–based organizations that serve youth and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
• Meet with schools, after-school programs, colleges, Recognized Student Organizations, and community organizations to share our free supportive program.
• Participate in occasional public speaking or panel opportunities.
• Offer feedback and ideas on organizational direction, programs, and materials, especially as they relate to NM youth.
• Attend at least two virtual Youth Advisory Board meetings per year.
• Set up, tabling, and tear-down at events (must be able to lift up to 40 lbs).
• Be the face of youth in GUTF marketing materials, including social media, videos, and website features.
• Capture photos and video content for social media from local events.

Requirements

• Must be 18–24 years old at the time of application, to reflect the youth we serve.
• Based in Santa Fe/Albuquerque and the surrounding area.
• Must have a car and a valid driver’s license. Car mileage will be reimbursed according to official rates for all job-related travel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable initiating conversations.
• Passionate about 2SLGBTQIA+ youth empowerment, mental health, and affirming community support.
• Comfortable speaking publicly and representing the organization professionally.
• Comfortably engage with people of all ages about Queer and Trans youth experiences and the mission of GUTF.
• Flexible schedule: availability for evenings or weekends as events require.
• Reliable high-speed internet and a recent-generation computer capable of supporting GUTF’s digital platforms (remote work).
• Comfortable/experienced social media user (Instagram & TikTok)
• Must successfully complete a background check (conducted by a third-party provider).

Compensation & Perks

• $17/hour, up to 20 hours per week
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to/from events and meetings
• Flexible schedule and supportive, affirming team environment
• Valuable leadership and professional experience in youth advocacy, community engagement, and nonprofit work to include on your résumé and future applications
• Opportunity to make a visible, positive impact in your community

How To Apply

Submit your resume and a short statement (no more than 300 words) sharing why you think you’d be a great Youth Ambassador for Give Us The Floor in New Mexico and what Queer and Trans youth mental health and wellbeing mean to you via email to info@giveusthefloor.org.