Youth Programs and LGBQT+ Advocate

Youth Programs and LGBQT+ Advocate
Location: Lowell, MA
Reports to: Education and Engagement Manager
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

Empower. Educate. Transform.
Are you passionate about youth leadership, social justice, and violence prevention ? Do you have experience working with LGBQ/T youth, youth of color, and survivors of violence ? Are you a dynamic facilitator ready to build inclusive, healing spaces ? If so, we invite you to join The Center for Hope and Healing, Inc. (CHH) as our Youth Programs and LGBQT+ Advocate —a role dedicated to empowering young leaders, fostering resilience, and driving systemic change.

Why Join Us?
At CHH, we believe in the power of youth to create change. Our prevention programs center youth voices, community healing, and culturally responsive advocacy. This role is a unique opportunity to shape and lead youth programming, including our GLADLY (LGBQ/T youth group), Black Girls Rock, and Youth Leadership Corps—while also engaging in survivor support through hotline and medical advocacy.

• Retirement Savings – Access to a 401(k) plan to help you invest in your future.
• Comprehensive Health & Dental Coverage – 70% of premiums covered by CHH
• Prioritized Mental Health & Wellness – Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing free, confidential counseling and additional resources to support your well-being.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Enjoy 96 hours of PTO annually (accrued monthly after 90 days),
• Paid Holidays & Winter Office Closure – Two weeks of paid holidays and a paid winter office closure (December 26-31).
• 4 day work week, Closed Fridays
• Flexible work schedule, Three days in office (M/W) One day remote
• Professional Development Investment – We provide $500 annually for training, certifications, and other professional growth opportunities.
• Wellness & Resilience Support – Participate in team-building retreats and resilience-building activities to recharge and stay connected.
• Free Parking – 100% employer-paid parking.
• Join our team and be part of an inclusive, mission-driven organization that values your expertise, invests in your growth!

Your Role in This Mission
As Youth Programs and LGBQT+ Advocate , you will:

• Develop and lead CHH’s youth programming, including GLADLY (LGBQ/T youth group), Black Girls Rock, and Youth Leadership Corps (YLC)
• Support 1:1 counseling and CHH’s 24/7 hotline, medical advocacy, and web chat.
• Facilitate workshops and training for youth and youth-serving organizations on topics like healthy relationships, violence prevention, and social justice.
• Conduct outreach and build relationships with middle schools, high schools, and community organizations to expand youth engagement.
• Create culturally relevant curricula that reflect the lived experiences of BIPOC, LGBQ/T, immigrant, and underserved youth.
• Provide psychoeducation and advocacy for youth survivors, ensuring trauma-informed, identity-affirming support.
• Collaborate with Survivor Services to develop creative interventions for youth survivors.
• Provide monthly/quarterly data reports
• Expand outreach efforts through CHH’s Driving Hope – Mobile Healing Program to connect survivors with support in their communities
• Engage in training and continuous learning, becoming an internal trainer for new crisis counselors.

What We’re Looking For

• A dedicated youth advocate with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in social work, sociology, psychology, community organizing, or a related field.
• Experience working with youth—especially LGBQ/T youth, youth of color, immigrants, and survivors of trauma.
• A skilled facilitator with experience leading trainings, workshops, and community organizing efforts.
• A strong communicator who can build relationships with schools, community partners, and youth-serving organizations.
• Crisis intervention or survivor advocacy experience (or willingness to complete training).
• A bilingual and bicultural candidate is highly preferred!
• Commitment to social justice, racial equity, and youth empowerment.

Why This Role Matters
This isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of youth leadership and violence prevention . If you’re ready to create brave spaces, uplift young voices, and be a part of transformative social change , we want to hear from you!

Ready to Appy?
To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to [email protected] with the subject line: Youth Programs and LGBQT+ Advocate . No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lowell, MA 01852