Careers

Select an open position below to learn more. For general interest, you can send resumes and introduction letters to Shannon Holloman at sholloman@gmcc.org

TWO PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Organization Summary: GMCC has a 118-year history collaborating with communities to make a positive impact throughout Minnesota. Our initiatives and programs have included advocacy and education around equity and poverty; volunteerism and service learning; mentoring and youth development; support services for seniors; and food security. Today, GMCC is an entrepreneurial organization that partners with the communities most impacted by a challenge or opportunity to co-design and lead a response. We work in the areas of youth, food, and well-being.

Project Summary:

GMCC’s recovery program supports prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery associated with substance use disorder (SUD). Our project launched to specifically address SUD in Minnesota’s Somali community through community-based, culturally specific, and trauma-informed recovery services and has since expanded to include individuals from other communities. The PRS fills emotional, social, and practical needs that aren’t addressed by physicians, psychologists, addiction counselors and other professionals. The Minnesota Certification Board describes a Peer Recovery Specialist as someone who helps ”a person who becomes ready and willing to seek treatment (if needed) and enter recovery by helping the person explore their options for recovery or treatment. Peer Recovery Specialists ask questions, offer insight, and help service recipients as they become whole, resourceful, and capable of choosing what is best for them.”

Type: non-exempt, hourly, part-time (W2), approx. 15 hours per week
Hours: varies
Reports to: GMCC Senior Program Manager
Direct Reports: None
Start Date: ASAP
Application deadline: April 1st, 2024
Pay: $30/hour – PRS must log and track their hours
Time Period: 4/1/2024 – 12/31/2024 with an opportunity for an extension

Role Overview: The Peer Recovery Coach/Specialist draws upon their personal growth experience to carry the message of hope and recovery to individuals who have been impacted by substance use disorder. By offering outreach, encouragement and support, the Peer Recovery Specialist uses their training to cultivate and secure connections with individuals while teaching personal responsibility and serving as a mentor and role model through a culturally and religiously specific lens. This particular role will work with Somali youth and young adults.

Responsibilities:

Training (paid)

Complete a certified Peer Recovery Coach Training, any fees which will be paid for by GMCC.
Complete Seeking Safety training, a one-day evidence-based, present-focused counseling model to help people attain safety from trauma and/or substance abuse, the fees which will be paid for by GMCC.
Complete other training as identified, the fees which will be paid by GMCC

Guide Design and Delivery of program activities

Document best practices and provide advice and counsel to GMCC staff and leadership on program design, approach and delivery
Meet (estimated weekly) with GMCC staff to provide and receive program updates

Participate in regular planning meetings with other Peer Recovery Specialists.

Participate in a co-design session led by a Human Centered Design expert to identify challenges and develop solutions, including tapping into your networks for information.
Support with evaluation including

Collecting surveys from participants
Completing interviews with participants, staff, and partners
Completing observation rubrics for evaluation purposes

Recruitment and outreach

Identify individuals in the East African Muslim community who could benefit most from community-based long-term recovery support and recruit them to participate in the program.
Form relationships with businesses, organizations, and individuals working in the recovery space to establish client pipeline and referral.
Support outreach and marketing efforts to combat cultural and public stigma associated with addiction and recovery.

Peer Recovery Support

Maintain confidential documentation of participant and client engagement and progress
Support people in recovery with 1:1 peer recovery support, including

Providing structure, accountability, and connection
Being available for conversations
Supporting goal setting
Follow the principles of ask, accept, and join

Participate in and co-lead a weekly recovery meeting with program participants.
Co-lead community projects and events with participants including fellowship, process meetings (AA and NA meetings outside of GMCC in addition to the meetings that are part of the project), volunteer events, and community gatherings.
Provide referrals as needed to support other needs of program participants.
Work in partnership with other SMEs and project managers to support and communicate with participant families as needed.

Qualifications

Must have one or more years of continuous recovery
Must be able to speak credibly to clients from current and/or past personal experience with sober living
Must have personal lived experience with substance use disorder
Must have familiarity with and connection in Somali and Muslim communities
Must be committed to working through the completion of the project for the identified number of hours
Must have or be willing to successfully complete a DHS-approved Certified Peer Specialist training and certification exam (GMCC will cover training/certification cost associated with obtaining PRS certification)
Must have a valid Driver’s License, access to reliable transportation, and current insurance.

Outreach Targets and Measurements of Success

Completion of training and certification
Number of Somali and other youth struggling with addiction and their family members who are engaged through outreach
Number of Somali and other youth struggling with addiction who are supported as regular clients
Attendance rate at meetings
Ongoing (continued) participation in the project

GMCC defines Recovery as “maintenance of abstinence from alcohol and/or other drug use by any means.” GMCC expects all Peer Recovery Specialists to maintain their recovery as they support others at various stages of recovery.

To Apply, fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/2k8DuGFiJAy4QATJ6

Four Positions Available – one full-time, three part-time

Project Summary: GMCC’s recovery program supports prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery associated with substance use disorder (SUD). Our project launched to specifically address SUD in Minnesota’s Somali community through community-based, culturally specific, and trauma-informed recovery services and has since expanded to include individuals from other communities. The PRS fills emotional, social, and practical needs that aren’t addressed by physicians, psychologists, addiction counselors and other professionals. The Minnesota Certification Board describes a Peer Recovery Specialist as someone who helps ”a person who becomes ready and willing to seek treatment (if needed) and enter recovery by helping the person explore their options for recovery or treatment. Peer Recovery Specialists ask questions, offer insight, and help service recipients as they become whole, resourceful, and capable of choosing what is best for them.”

ONE FULL TIME POSITION

Type: non-exempt, hourly, full-time (W2), approx. 40 hours per week
Hours: varies
Reports to: GMCC Senior Program Manager
Direct Reports: None
Start Date: May 1st, 2024
Application deadline: Application deadline: April 20th, 2024
Pay: $26/hour – PRS’s must log and track their hours
Time Period: 5/1/24 – 9/30/25 with an opportunity for an extension

THREE PART TIME POSITIONS

Type: non-exempt, hourly, part-time (W2), approx. 15 hours per week
Hours: varies
Reports to: GMCC Senior Program Manager
Direct Reports: None
Start Date: May 1st, 2024
Application deadline: April 20th, 2024
Pay: $30/hour – PRS’s must log and track their hours
Time Period: 5/1/24 – 9/30/25 with an opportunity for an extension

Role Overview: The Peer Recovery Specialist draws upon their personal growth experience to carry the message of hope and recovery to individuals who have been impacted by substance use disorder. By offering outreach, encouragement and support, the Peer Recovery Specialist uses their training to cultivate and secure connections with individuals while teaching personal responsibility and serving as a mentor and role model through a culturally and religiously specific lens. This particular role will work with pregnant and parenting Somali mothers.

Responsibilities:

Training (paid)

Complete a certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training, any fees which will be paid for by GMCC.
Complete Seeking Safety training, a one-day evidence-based, present-focused counseling model to help people attain safety from trauma and/or substance abuse, the fees which will be paid for by GMCC.
Complete other training as identified, the fees which will be paid by GMCC

Guide Design and Delivery of program activities

Document best practices and provide advice and counsel to GMCC staff and leadership on program design, approach, and delivery
Meet (estimated weekly) with GMCC staff to provide and receive program updates

Participate in regular planning meetings with other Peer Recovery Specialists.

Participate in a co-design session led by a Human Centered Design expert to identify challenges and develop solutions, including tapping networks for information.
Support with evaluation including

Collecting surveys from participants
Completing interviews with participants, staff, and partners
Completing observation rubrics for evaluation purposes

Recruitment and outreach

Identify individuals who are pregnant & parenting Somali mothers and who would benefit most from community-based long-term recovery support; recruit them to participate in the program.
Form relationships with businesses, organizations, and individuals working in the recovery space to establish client pipeline and referral.
Form relationships with other individuals and organizations whose work could benefit the target population
Support outreach and marketing efforts to combat cultural and public stigma associated with addiction and recovery.

Peer Recovery Support

Maintain confidential documentation of participant and client engagement and progress
Support people in recovery with 1:1 peer recovery support, including:
- Providing structure, accountability, and connection
- Being available for conversations
- Supporting goal setting
- Follow the principles of ask, accept, and join
- Participate in and co-lead a weekly recovery meeting with program participants.
- Co-lead community projects and events with participants including fellowship, process meetings (AA and NA meetings outside of GMCC in addition to the meetings that are part of the project), volunteer events, and community gatherings.
- Provide referrals as needed to support other needs of program participants.
- Work in partnership with other SMEs and project managers to support and communicate with participant families as needed.
Qualifications
- Must have one or more years of continuous recovery
- Must be able to speak credibly to clients from current and/or past personal experience with sober living
- Must have personal lived experience with substance use disorder
- Must have familiarity with and connection in Somali and Muslim communities
- Must be committed to working through the completion of the project for the identified number of hours
- Must be able to speak credibly to clients from current and/or past personal experience with pregnancy and/or parenting
- Must have or be willing to successfully complete a DHS-approved Certified Peer Specialist training and certification exam (GMCC will cover training/certification cost associated with obtaining PRS certification)
- Must have a valid Driver’s License, access to reliable transportation, and current insurance.
Outreach Targets and Measurements of Success
- Completion of training and certification
- Number of pregnant and parenting Somali mothers struggling with addiction and their family members who are engaged through outreach
- Number of pregnant and parenting Somali mothers struggling with addiction who are support as regular clients
- Attendance rate at meetings
- Ongoing (continued) participation in the project
GMCC defines Recovery as “maintenance of abstinence from alcohol and/or other drug use by any means.” GMCC expects all Peer Recovery Specialists to maintain their recovery as they support others at various stages of recovery.

How to Apply

Fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/LNf8eEPhKZba5Bee9

Summer Assistant Guide

GMCC Youth Initiatives include:

Out-of-school, skill-building STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) programming
Integrated trauma-informed, whole-child approach to teaching and learning.
Hands-on, challenge-based activities that foster creativity, independence, critical thinking, and self-awareness
Curriculum to develop digital technology skills, spark an interest in technology, and position them for careers in technology or those that require use of technology.
Efforts to engage families in children’s education to provide a constellation of support and improve academic achievement
A focus on decreasing educational disparities by supporting young people with foundational skills in reading, writing and math and to promote a love for learning.

Type: W2, part-time, hourly
Pay: DOE $20 per hour
Start Date: July 22-August 30 (6 weeks)
Application Deadline: End of March
Summer Hours:

40 hours/week from July 17th through September 1st (with optional additional hours in June and July)
Approx 8am – 4pm or 9am – 5pm direct service working with youth
Additional hours spent recruiting, participating in meetings, connecting with parents, and completing administrative work

Opportunity to continue working with GMCC during the school year (September – May)

(approximately) 10-15 hours/week x 12 weeks each school semester (Fall and Spring). Times are estimated to be:

2-3 hours for 2-3 evening weekdays (5-8pm)
3-4 hours on one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday)
2-3 additional hours for staff meetings, parent engagement, and curriculum development

= Estimated 390-490 hours annually, equating to 0.23 – 0.28 FTE

Reports to: Director of Youth Initiatives

Direct Reports: None (but Lead Guides (DOE) will take more of a leadership role with the team)

Role Overview: Assistant Guides work in collaboration with the Director of Youth Initiatives, Youth Program Manager, and other colleagues to lead GMCC’s youth services and programming; deliver curriculum for ages 5-18 (lead active programming); liaise with caregivers; and execute evaluation and assessment strategies.

Instruction and Direct Interaction with Youth 80%

Lead programming hours and deliver curriculum, guiding students through critical thought in one-on-one or small group sessions
Build healthy relationships with youth participants
Set individual monthly goals (from students and from teachers or guardians) for each youth to inspire a commitment toward holistic education and wellness
Ensure activities follow organizational policies, protocols, and best practices and fulfill grant obligations
Address challenges and obstacles as they arise
Tutor and provide homework to youth of all ages; support staff and volunteers in providing tutoring and homework help

Family and Community Engagement/Communication (Providing a constellation of support) 10%

Complete phone calls and check-ins with teachers, students and parents to ensure goal completion
Communicate with parents, community leaders, and stakeholders to improve access to resources.
Collect feedback from other individuals supporting the youth (including parents and teachers)

Administration 10%

Identify and fulfill logistics related to program delivery (set up, supplies, scheduling)
Maintain accurate program records, including participant attendance, performance, and outcomes.
Document and file lesson plans
Complete observational documentation
Attend and actively participate in relevant staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
Other duties as assigned
Design and complete evaluation plans, including reports on projects and events
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience working with youth and with group management
Experience working with youth of diverse ages and backgrounds (in particular BIPOC youth)
Experience and competence working with people from backgrounds other than your own and ability to communicate clearly and diplomatically, both orally and in written form, with people from various backgrounds
Committed to equity, social justice, and building intercultural skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and interest in building interpersonal connections
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and track and meet goals
Ability to maintain and support confidentiality

How to Apply

Please apply directly to Meghann Gordon, Director of Youth Initiatives. Send a cover letter, email, and three references to mgordon@gmcc.org.