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Work with the largest and oldest multiracial women’s organization in the world!
Our Hiring Philosophy
We believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us a stronger, more creative, and more resilient organization. As an organization that works to amplify the voices of those from different ethnic, racial, and cultural communities, religions, gender identities, sexual orientations and/or expressions, we highly encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply.
YWCA of Greater Portland is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or caregiver status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are also a Second Chance Employer. We work to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We welcome candidates who have diverse lived experiences and intersectional identities including those who are multicultural, multilingual, BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, differently abled, and have experienced sex work or been impacted by the criminal legal system. We encourage everyone who is passionate about our mission and who can bring valuable lived experience to this position to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the described qualifications.
Please note: YWCA will not hire someone who is currently receiving services or who has received YWCA services within the last six months. We cannot provide services to our own employees but can refer employees to other agencies.
Open Positions
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Board Member
Are you passionate about social justice work? Do you enjoy making new connections? Are you looking for opportunities to get involved, and strengthen our community?
YWCA’s Board of Directors is part of a committed group of individuals responsible for the strategic direction and financial sustainability of the organization. Board members provide support by contributing to the organization’s culture, strategic focus, effectiveness, and financial sustainability, as well as serving as ambassadors and advocates. In collaboration with the Executive Director and leadership team, the Board of Directors ensures that the YWCA of Greater Portland can meet its mission, sustainably serve the community, and stay in compliance with both laws and best practices.
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Therapeutic Services Manager
Are you passionate about serving survivors of interpersonal trauma, sexual assault, and domestic violence? Do you want to be a part of building a clinical program that recognizes the inherent resilience of survivors and provides therapy services that are strongly rooted in an anti-oppressive framework?
In this role, you will provide voluntary therapeutic interventions and behavioral health supports to survivors and will lead an innovative clinical services program within the Survivor Services Team. The Therapeutic Services Manager will be on a mission to provide culturally respectful and inclusive mental health services to survivors and their vulnerable children.
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Child & Family Therapist
Are you passionate about serving survivors of interpersonal trauma, sexual assault, and domestic violence? Do you want to be a part of building a clinical program that recognizes the inherent resilience of survivors and provides therapy services that are strongly rooted in an anti- oppressive framework?
In this role, you will provide immediate access to voluntary therapeutic interventions and behavioral health supports to parents, children and families of survivors, and will take a lead role in developing an innovative pilot program working closely within a dynamic interdisciplinary team of advocates and peer support advocates. You will contribute significantly to YWCA’s mission by culturally respectful and inclusive mental health services to survivors and their vulnerable children.
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CoRH Peer Support Advocate
Do you believe that knowledge can support change and improve a life? Are you passionate about helping people achieve their goals? Are you a team builder who understands that many hands achieve great things?
In this role, you will be a certified Peer Support Advocate helping survivors on your caseload with healing, recovery, and self-sufficiency. You will contribute significantly to the YWCA’s mission by using your own experience to walk with program participants as they work to rebuild their lives. Fluency in both English and Spanish is strongly desired for this role.
How to Apply
To apply for an open position, please email employment@ywcapdx.org with the following:
Cover letter that highlights what inspires you about our mission and how your professional and/or personal experiences will strengthen YWCA’s work
Resume
3 to 5 references
Only complete applications will be considered.