Date: Mon, 1 Jul 96 19:45 PDT From: cleom@ncgate.newcollege.edu (Cleo Manago) Subject: JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS -- SGL POC's ENCOURAGED TO APPLY POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS THE AMASSI CENTER OF LOS ANGELES The AMASSI Center of Los Angeles is an innovative and growing agency; a=20 Community Health, Wellness and Cultural Affirmation Center. AMASSI serves= =20 all, with emphasis on affirming and nurturing sexual, lifestyle and cultural= =20 diversity in communities of color, with emphasis on African-Americans In= =20 an effort to reduce interpersonal and health conflicts; internalized=20 "racism," homophobia, femophobia, isolation; self-image disintegration; and= =20 the HIV threat in the community -- services include: counseling, conflict=20 exploration; outreach; health education; advocacy; referrals; support and=20 empowerment programs, gatherings and cultural events. Serving individuals,= =20 same-gender-loving (SGL) and heterosexual couples, and families. AMASSI=20 also provides HIV/AIDS & risk reduction and survival programs. ****THREE POSITIONS ARE LISTED**** (#1)POSITION: Assistant Director EXPERIENCE: Masters (Bachelors, or equivalent experience) in Public Health, Social Work= =20 or behavioral science field and a minimum of two years experience directing= =20 a project in these areas, and providing staff supervision. Experience in=20 coordinating projects for same-gender loving (SGL) people, people diverse in= =20 sexual expression, people of color and African-Americans. MINIMUM SKILLS: Strong organizational and administrative skills=20 Strong interpersonal skills=20 Strong writing skills Self starter with vision, ability to provide leadership and learn SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Assistant Director is responsible, in collaboration with the CEO, for=20 general oversight, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of agency=20 projects. The Assistant Director works with the CEO to increase and assure= =20 appropriate services to AMASSI clients and participants. GENERAL DUTIES: =B7 Participate in grant and contract management activities, including=20 contract negotiation and application preparation. =B7 Provide technical assistance to AMASSI staff. =B7 Ensure appropriate coordination of services. =B7 Work with community task force and consortiums toward developing=20 standards, ascertaining community=20 needs and concerns. =B7 Evaluate county-wide availability of services and assist in developing= =20 expanded programs for a diverse community. =B7 Act as programmatic liaison between funding sources and AMASSI. =B7 Conduct meetings and training for AMASSI staff regarding data= collection, programmatic issues, and service-related updates. =B7 Prepare reports, correspondence, documents, and assignments related to= =09 AMASSI programs. =B7 Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer. SALARY RANGE: $29,000.00 to $33,300.00 yearly. Salary commensurate to=20 experience. Salaries range will increase based upon program expansion and= =20 funding. Full Benefit package included. (#2) POSITION: Program Coordinator (half-time) EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years experience coordinating projects providing support,=20 prevention or social services, preferably for same-gender loving (SGL) men= =20 and women, people diverse in sexual expression, people of color and=20 African-Americans. =20 MINIMUM SKILLS: Strong organizational and administrative skills=20 Strong interpersonal skills=20 Strong writing skills SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Program Coordinator is responsible for general oversight,=20 implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the AMASSI HIV/AIDS=20 prevention and support programs. The Program Coordinator supports Assistant= =20 Director, and Peer Counselors in planning, training, and tracking programs;= =20 ensures that program has what is needed to operate effectively; maintain=20 client/contact/referral records; works with staff in development of training= =20 materials, planning events and support gatherings; support inter-agency=20 communication to ensure smooth provision of services and referrals. GENERAL DUTIES: =B7 Ensure appropriate coordination of services (outreach, support group=20 facilitation, and data collection). =B7 Supervise and coordinate prevention specialist and outreach teams. =B7 Work with local consortiums to develop standards and ascertain needs. =B7 Conduct and coordinate facilitation of outreach strategies and=20 cultural/educational/prevention events,=20 programmatic issues, and service-related updates. =B7 Prepare reports, correspondence, documents, and assignments related to= =20 program. =B7 Perform other duties as assigned. SALARY RANGE: $15,000.00 - $16,800.00 yearly. Salary commensurate to=20 experience. Benefit package included. Position expected to become= full-time. (#3)POSITION: Prevention and Support Counselors EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years experience working in a social services or outreach=20 capacity; conducting or designing social or cultural events (parties, etc.)= =20 preferably for same-gender loving (SGL) men and women, people diverse in=20 sexual expression, people of color and African-American people -- 13 years= =20 of age and older. **This position is perfect for those who desire very=20 flexible hours.** =20 MINIMUM SKILLS: Strong interpersonal skills=20 Good writing skills Self starter, motivated and creative Interested in leadership skill development SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Works with volunteers and participants in cultural, empowerment and =20 risk-reduction sessions; provides HIV/AIDS information, makes referrals, and= =20 works to change community norms. Provide networking and other support as=20 necessary. Works with risk-reduction groups and individuals to develop=20 group coherence and trust, to encourage positive behavior change, and to=20 support AMASSI curriculum. Provide support for the group process in=20 developing a group identity and trust; share formative experience with=20 group; manage group dynamics to channel anger and allow self revelation.=20 GENERAL DUTIES: =B7 Provide outreach activities, group facilitation, and data collection. =B7 Work with local consortiums, groups and organizations to develop=20 standards and ascertain needs. =B7 Conduct and implement outreach strategies for=20 cultural/educational/prevention events, programmatic = =20 issues, and service-related updates. =B7 Prepare reports, correspondence, documents, and assignments related to= =20 program. =B7 Perform other duties as assigned=20 SALARY RANGE: $12 to $l5 hourly -- To work a minimum of 20 hours weekly. Positions will remain open until Novemeber 1st 1996. Those interested should submit a resume to Cleo Manago, CEO -- at AMASSI=20 Center of Los Angeles, 101 No. La Brea Ave, Suite 608, Inglewood, CA 90301,= =20 (310) 419-1969, or Fax to (310) 419-1960.=20 AMASSI is looking for professional, innovative, committed and creative=20 thinkers; individuals interested in serving and affirming communities of=20 color and diverse sexual groups with emphasis on African-American people. = =20 AMASSI's expressed mission is to create a nurturing and empowering climate,= =20 that strengthens and educates the community it serves. It's essential that= =20 AMASSI staff are comfortable in expressing and fulfilling this mission. =20 AMASSI intends to develop future leaders and community activist toward=20 social change, health education, care and access. AMASSI employees are=20 encouraged and supported to strengthen their skills toward personal progress= =20 and that of the AMASSI Center. People of color and same-gender-loving-people are encouraged to apply. =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Harambe Cleo Manago /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\= /\/\ AMASSI CENTER OF LOS ANGELES CEO/Founder C.M.=20 Serving and Affirming The Full Spectrum of Our Community 101 No. La Brea Ave. Suite 608 Voice: 310-419-1969 Inglewood, CA 90301 FAX: 310-419-1960 E-MAIL - cleom@ncgate.newcollege.edu WORLD WIDE WEB SITE Dial - http://www.newcollege.edu/PERSONAL/HOMES/cleom/=20 /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\= /\/\