OK, the resturant (Fat Apples EL CERRITO -NOT Berkeley location- terrible parking there) knows we are are arriving at about 11:30 Sunday for our "Lunch with Diva gathering"- I am going to be there at 11 'cause the manager told me to! We have a "group reservation."


LOL, I wonder how "ready" for this group they will be! Now, Diva, please do not get arrested as you did during your last trip out to California, please!!

:|

cute?????????????? really now Miss Diva.....IF I did come, it'd take a damn big pie if I am the one doing the poppin out of....laughin.....


Day..........actually chatting would be nice and well green things will also be nice.......:hangloose:

Yes, Dear, I have the numba's!! FB and here. Been checking both. And if we end up with a few more, it is OK, Fat Apples will get us all together somehow. I talked to the manager today. Looks like we are 15.

Now, get to California!!!

We are at 22-25 for Sunday!! Penny the manager will have it all together- and I will be there early to check on things.

WOOT! See what a great community we are!!

Wow this is like a half-day mini reunion!!

Indeed! See what an innocent "Let's have luch while you are here" can bring about!!!

Gotta love this community!!! We really are "family!"

Absolutely! We await your arrival in the Bay Area! Too bad chose and her sweetie couldn't make it up here- and I hope her back is feeling better.

I think we are going to have quite the gathering!!!

That's right- G did the video, right? Thought there was one. This was back at the '08 dash site Bash. The thing I remember too about our Diva was how she greeted new folks- "Hi, I'm Diva- and when are you moving to Austin"?

TD- I have you in the count- have all the FB RSVPs- but thanks for checking in! Glad you are going to be there!



I keep worrying that my count will be off by too much even though I have checked and checked it! I know, I'm an anious thang. But the resturant manager is a sweetie and I recall my waitress days way back when. She isn't all that concerned if 28 show up instead of 25. So I guess I should chill out.

It really feels good to see how this has rolled into a pretty good little gathering of so many people that keep in touch as well as new folks that contribute so much. Since I first joined this community- through thick and thin, I have always recognized deep connections across it. I am proud to be a B-Fer and .......

Diva, you are deeply loved and a big part of the glue that keeps this community together! You have been this for many years and are appreciated to the max!

Charged up the camera batteries and have an extra disk - have to take pics of our gathering. See y'all tomorrow!

It was great seeing you all at the luncheon! It felt good to get out of my comfort zone a little and socialize. I miss that!

Thanks again, AtLastHome, for organizing all this! I had a great time and it was nice to finally put some faces to all the names I've known over the years! And thanks to Bubblin and Chino for the lift back to my hotel! :)

You are so welcome! Turned out great!!! I was so glad to meet you both!-- Hey, Atomic, I am kind of a homebody, so I hear ya'!

LOL, just finished writing this note:

The Micro-ReUnion Have Lunch with Diva time today was fantastic! It was great to see people and meet a few new folks. There was lots of hugging, laughing, gabbing, and eating in all of our glorious diversity!! The Diva was as beautiful and warm as ever- but of course, she brings us together!!!

The restaurant manager and the serving team told me we were a great group, really nice people and asked me to thank everyone for eating at Fat Apples, El Cerrito. I thought they were gracious and served us well. I hope everyone had a good meal. LOL, I did see a few “bakery” bags leaving with folks, so it looked like it all went well in that department. I was glad for the turn-out in terms of supporting a local business too, EC has been hit by the recession, too.

Just due to physical issues over the last year and ½/, I have not been as social/active- so I haven’t even seen the local community members much lately. So, this was special to me as well as being able to get together with Diva. I get kind of frustrated with my old body not working like it used to. And I need to stay in better contact. Thank you all for coming and you all stay safe and happy!! And Diva, I hope you have a wonderful time here in Northern California with your family and friends. Be very safe driving back home!

This reminded me of my first B-F “event” back in ‘08 in Oakland when I met members in person. Diva was fluttering about with that beautiful smile and heart sharing time with us all (even with her “arrest“). I have always felt such kindness from her and the people that I met then. It was really neat to see people get together that have been long time community members too- we get busy and live all over the place, yet so many of us take the time to meet and catch up when we can throw something like this together.

See, Diva, we way love you!!! You bring us together time and time, again!!!

It appears that there is a LGBT SF Giants Day in August- I am going to look it up- Say, Hey, maybe some of you are baseball fanatics too and would like to go to that game. I’ll get the scoop- thanks, Grayson for alerting me to this! And butch Voices is coming to Oakland, again- there is a thread about this. Maybe we will see each other, again!!

My damn camera batteries pooped out on me even though I charged them (must be just dead), I only have a couple of pics that TD took for me (thanks, TD). But other people took some- hope you all post them!

SF Giants LGBT Night
 

Miss Varda and I are actually attending this with a group of friends. So if anyone else goes, please do come and say hello!

Butch/Femme Social in Oakland, August 21st
 

Butch/Femme Socials

Join us for a casual Social get together!

(for those of you who know angmonster from b-f.com, hy'll be in town)

WHEN: Sunday, August 21st, 5:00 p.m.-8 p.m.
WHERE: Pacific Coast Brewing, 906 Washington St. & 10th St, Oakland

(walking distance from 12th St. BART) www.pacificcoastbrewing.com

WHO: Butch/Femme folks singles and couples, kids welcome

WHAT: casual get together, parking is plentiful, food served, look for us on the patio if you don't find us inside (weather permitting), casual dress

IF you will be at Butch Voices, this is around the corner from the host hotel.



See you there,

Rope and Toughy

Day........

that was a fun brunch with Miss Diva making an appropriately late entrance.........who is that behind us making the peace sign?

Exactly.
And I have to pick up my art.
And drink more KoolAid.
And have midnight dinners.

:eyebat:

But, of course you may return!!!

Right next to that trash can..... :|




:giggle:

Job Fair WEd Oct 12th at the LGBT Center in SF.


The Center’s 25th Job Fair
The LGBT Job Fair Series, conceived in 2004, is the Bay Area’s premier diversity workforce recruitment event, attracting all levels of job seekers as a way to support the diverse needs of the underemployed LGBT community and to educate organizations on best practices around diversity and inclusion. The 25th Job Fair marks a significant milestone in the Center’s history of addressing and supporting the diverse needs of the LGBT community, with specific emphasis on the transgender community.Click here to register for the Job Fair.

Youth Program Coordinator job at the SF LGBT Center
 

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:

SAN FRANCISCO LESBIAN GAY BISEXUAL TRANSGENDER COMMUNITY CENTER


JOB TITLE: Youth Program Coordinator
REPORTS TO: Children Youth and Family Programs Manager
STATUS: Part Time/20 hrs/week/Non-Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Children Youth and Family Programs Manager, develops and implements innovative programming for lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer and questioning youth with a focus on disconnected transitional age youth, ages 16 – 24 (TAY), and provides assistance with coordination and outreach for schools based programs. The Youth Program Coordinator works as part of a youth services team to provide programs for queer and questioning youth in the areas of health and wellness, arts/culture, education, economic empowerment and recreation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
· Under the direction of the Children Youth and Family Programs Manager, coordinate programs for LGBT and questioning youth including: drop in and structured activities, linkage and referral services, community building activities, and coordination of Center youth space.
· Provide peer based crisis intervention services, information and referrals to youth participants linking them to internal and external resources.
· Develop and implement outreach strategies to meet program participation goals for TAY and schools based services.
· Maintain external relationships and build collaborative activities with community-based organizations serving youth.
· Work with the Children Youth and Family Programs Manager to develop evaluation tools which measure participant satisfaction and outcome objectives. Administer evaluation tools, including tracking data and basic statistical analysis, and entering data in program and contact data management systems.
· Provide reports, statistics, written narratives and other administrative documentation required by Children Youth and Families Programs Manager.

General Program Duties

· Actively participate as a member of the program team, including provision of back up for other program staff as needed.
· Other duties assigned by Children Youth and Family Programs Manager
· Occasional work on evenings and week-end hours will be required.

Qualifications & Experience
1. Commitment to the mission of the San Francisco LGBT Community Center. Experience and commitment to working in a multicultural environment.
2. Minimum one year experience in working with LGBTQ youth and demonstrated ability to work with youth 17 and under and homeless and/or marginally housed transitional age youth (16 – 24).
3. Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality. As youth services are provided within a collaborative context, position may need to meet guidelines established by collaborative partners to share confidential client information across agencies. This can include restrictions on current enrollment in services from partner agencies, and/or have had a history of enrollment over the past 24 months with partner agencies. Such agencies may include but are not limited to: LYRIC, Larkin Street Youth Services, Dimensions Clinic, etc.
5. Excellent customer-service abilities. Outgoing and engaging personality.
6. Experience working collaboratively with multiple agencies desired. Strong familiarity with San Francisco non-profits especially youth service providers desired.
7. Ability to work independently, collaboratively with supervisor or as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
8. Criminal background check and TB test will be required if employment is offered.
9. Computer/PC literacy, including Internet proficiency, FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Office software and networked systems.
10. Fluency in English is required. Bilingual or ASL skills highly desired.
11. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and lift objects up to 30 pounds. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.


THE SAN FRANCISCO LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER


The mission of the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center is to connect our diverse community to opportunities, resources and each other to achieve our vision of a stronger, healthier, and more equitable world for LGBT people and our allies. The Center’s strategies inspire and strengthen our community by:
• Fostering greater opportunities for people to thrive.
• Organizing for our future.
• Celebrating our history and culture.
• Building resources to create a legacy for future generations.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The SF LGBT Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or inter-sex are encouraged to apply. The SF LGBT Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition, perceived physical disability or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Submit both resume and cover letter expressing your interest, experience and qualifications to:

The SF LGBT Community Center
1800 Market Street
San Francisco CA 94102
Email: jobs@sfcenter.org
Or fax to:(415) 865-5501


Please include: Youth Program Coordinator in the subject line




NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE


DEADLINE: Open until filled, with interviews scheduled starting the week of 7/11/11.

Manager of Employment Services job opening at the SF LGBT Center
 

San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community Center
Job Announcement

Job Title: Manager of Employment Services
Reports to: Director of Economic Development
Supervises: TEEI Economic Development Coordinator
Type: Regular / Full-Time/Exempt
COMPENSATION: Competitive salary, full health benefits, paid vacation and holiday

General Summary: The Manager of Employment Services is responsible for planning and implementation of all workforce development programs and services. Overall responsibilities include program planning and evaluation, training and supervision of staff and volunteers, managing employer relationships, providing vocational counseling and job placement services, managing job fairs and grant reporting. This position reports to the Director of Economic Development, manages multiple workforce grants, and supervises the TEEI Economic Development Coordinator and the Vocational Specialist.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Under the general direction of the Director of Economic Development, manage all aspects of the Center's Employment Services, including delivering on grant outcomes, staff supervision, implementing the day-to-day workforce development activities, outreach, implementation of program activities, evaluation, and program administration.
2. Provide individual services to program participants, including intakes and assessment, providing vocational counseling including case management, coaching on job search and career development, and placement of individuals in jobs.
3. Supervise TEEI Economic Development Coordinator and the Vocational Specialist.
4. Coordinate three job fairs annually, including all employer engagement, event planning and development.
5. Research trends and market directions and participate in long term program planning for the Employment Services Program and Economic Development Department.
6. Maintain all administrative function of the Employment Services Program, including reporting, filing, technology and preparation of monthly and annual program reports. Maintain client files and ensure client confidentiality for program participants.
7. Data collection/analysis, conducting evaluation and designing strategies to improve programs and services.
8. Represent the agency in various workforce and economic development meetings and events.
9. Participate in grant writing and/or fund development activities to support the work of the Economic Development Program.
10. Actively participate as a member of the Economic Development team, including supporting Economic Development program activities, and general Center functions as appropriate.
11. Provide reports, statistics, written narratives, and other administrative documentation required by Director of Community Development
12. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Economic Development.
13. Occasional work on evenings and weekends will be required.



Qualifications:
• Commitment to the mission of the San Francisco LGBT Community Center. Experience and commitment to working in a multicultural environment.
• Minimum two years experience working in workforce development
• Experience working with the LGBT community and an in-depth knowledge of transgender issues required.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills, ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience in program planning, management, and evaluation, including developing programs to meet the diverse needs of communities served by the San Francisco LGBT Community Center.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervision skills.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team oriented organizational structure. Experience working collaboratively with multiple agencies desired.
• Innovative and entrepreneurial approach, including solution oriented approaches to complex issues. Ability to adapt to changing environment and priorities.
• Experience working in asset-building, financial literacy or similar environment desired.
• Basic knowledge of employment law and human resource issues as they relate to hiring, recruiting and interviewing candidates
• Must be able to work in a culturally diverse and fast paced environment.
• Excellent computer and Internet skills.
• Fluency in English is required. Spanish bilingual skills desired.


THE SAN FRANCISCO LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER
The mission of The Center is to develop programs and services that welcome the entire diversity of the LGBT community; unite our community across lines of age, race, gender and economics; give visibility to the history and culture of all the diverse parts of our community; foster discussion and planning for our political and cultural future; and nurture new and start-up organizations to meet emerging community needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The SF LGBT Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or inter-sex are encouraged to apply. The SF LGBT Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees and applicants for employment. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical condition, perceived physical disability or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit both resume and cover letter explaining your interests and qualifications to:

The SF LGBT Community Center
1800 Market Street
San Francisco CA 94102
Email: jobs@sfcenter.org
Or fax to: (415) 865-5501

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Deadline to apply: October 24th

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