Executive Project Assistant - Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness
Mental Health Center of Denver

Wellpower provides you with the support you need to help you develop a career in helping others succeed. We innovate, adapt, and leverage the diverse perspectives of the people on our team and the people we serve in everything we do.

Wellpower values and is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to ending bias and discrimination in our community and ensuring equity within all aspects of our organization. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The DEI Executive Project Assistant will support the VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness. Provide Central Office administrative support to the Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness department. The position involves a variety of job tasks requiring a high level of organization, independent problem-solving, and accuracy for several simultaneous projects under often competing priorities and timelines.

Location: 4141 E Dickinson Place

Learn More About Wellpower:

Pay Range & Benefits:

$50,000 - $57,000/year

Wellpower is committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history). Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined hiring salary ranges. We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.

All full-time, benefits eligible employees will be eligible for WellPower's benefits plan. For a full description of benefit offerings, please visit: https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice/.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Maintain Outlook schedule and e-mail for VP of Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness
• Provide administrative support for Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness programs and projects:
• Support Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Diversity Roundtables (e.g., reserving space, maintaining RELIAS listings, sending meeting reminders, etc.)
• Coordinate Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness custom training/professional development requests
• Assist in maintaining the Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness InSite page
• Coordinate Kaleidoscope Conversations (facilitated group discussions)
• Support social networking efforts
• Coordinate community outreach efforts
• Support ASL interpreter requests management
• Perform other program and project support tasks, as assigned
• Produce, submit, and organize letters, memoranda, reports, meeting agendas, and other departmental documents
• Maintain departmental memberships in Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness organizations
• Coordinate and collaborate with other administrative staff throughout the organization
• Prepare travel and conference requisitions
• Coordinate departmental interviews
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and prepare outgoing mail.
• Copy/scan/fax information
• Order office supplies and equipment; coordinate basic office maintenance and janitorial needs
• Contribute to an organizational culture of respect, hope, and personal accountability regarding Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness
• Promote cultural proficiency in all aspects of the organization's functions and programming
• Maintain a trauma informed environment of well-being
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor-level degree relevant to DEI, mental health, non-profit, communications, project management, or relevant field required

Experience:

• Three or more years' experience in C-Level administrative support, or related work.
• Prior experience related to DEI, non-profit, social work or social justice work preferred.
• Prior mental health experience not required.

Why else might you want to consider working at WellPower?

• Named Top Workplace - we have been named a Top Workplace by the Denver Post for ten consecutive years
• Champion Social Justice Causes - we are committed to ending anti-Black racism in our community
• 9 Paid Holidays - including Juneteenth, Martin Luther King Jr. Day and more
• Robust Benefits Package - our benefits start at 30 hours per week and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a retirement match
• Employee Resource Groups - our ERG's offer a chance to connect, address workplace challenges and get support from individuals who share similar characteristics or life experiences
• Gainsharing - we offer a bonus to employees if the organization meets certain requirements for the year
• $50,000/year minimum wage for all employees - we believe that our employees should earn a livable wage conducive to the cost of living in Denver, Colorado
• Free Licensure Supervision - for LCSWs/LPCs/LMFTs
• Sports Leagues - we offer a variety of activities for our employees, including bowling, dragon boat racing, volleyball leagues, and more

Tuberculosis (TB) screening, testing - TB screening and testing, is required and must be completed prior to hire ( i.e., preplacement), and maintained during employment

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MEET THE DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSIVENESS TEAM:

Leslye C. Steptoe, Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness (she/her)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Learner, Achiever, Context, Positivity, Arranger

"One of the best things about our department is that our work allows for a lot of variety. A day in the life of a Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness team member is never predictable! This position is a great opportunity for a person who thrives in that kind of environment, and who is deeply committed to culture and community."

Shannon Alicea, ASL Staff Interpreter (she/her)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Responsibility, Individualization, Relator, Intellection, Developer

"Hello and Welcome! The Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness team works together to emphasize the broader perception of the whole person. Working on this team will challenge you to stretch your thinking about culture, intersection, and accessibility, while supporting your journey and valuing you and your experiences."

Jay Flanery, ASL Staff Interpreter (he/they)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Activator, Woo, Communication, Adaptability, Command

"As an ASL Interpreter, my role goes beyond just being a language facilitator-we serve as an advocate and ally for multiple communities. Our DEI team combines so many unique backgrounds that every perspective is valued, celebrated, and utilized. If you share a similar vision of achieving a more equitable future, welcome aboard."

Kyle Fleming, DEI Trainer (he/him)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Strategic, Connectedness, Individualization, Empathy, Activator

"It is exciting to be a part of a team that meets the realities around us with understanding and sincerity while working towards a better future together. The DEI team provides space to learn, question and reach as we grow into our most vibrant selves.

Lakeysha Molock, Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness Director (she/her)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Communication, Achiever, Input, Woo, Positivity

"We have a dynamic Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness team! I look forward to collaborating on a variety of engaging and interactive projects. I hope our new team members enjoy the art of storytelling, laughter, hard work and an everchanging environment."

Jes Rau, Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness Manager: Training & Education (they/them)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes:Achiever, Connectedness, Relator, Learner, Developer

"We strive to create a team that provides a warm welcome, ongoing support, and the ability to jump right into the action. Joining this team will offer exciting opportunities to learn, grow, and utilize your strengths right from the start."

Lynnet Sanchez Martinez, Spanish Staff Interpreter (she/her)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Empathy, Input, Consistency, Harmony, Activator

"As part of the DEI team, I have the privilege of working with people we serve of all ages, across different WellPower sites and among different teams. I am always very pleasantly surprised how everyone strives to include diversity, equity and inclusivity in the services that are offered. I am very happy to be part of a team that can acknowledge the need for improvement through dialogue and learning opportunities."

David Siso, Spanish Staff Interpreter (he/him)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Context, Includer, Arranger, Connectedness, Positivity

"I am happy to be part of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness team. My role as an interpreter is to make sure communication between providers and the people we serve is accurate and correct. By making sure everyone has access to the care they need, makes our community stronger and more united!"

Candice Smith, DEI Education Coordinator (she/her)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Maximizer, Futuristic, Strategic, Individualization, Connectedness

"I'm so excited to be a part of this amazing team. The work we do is transforming the way communities experience mental health. Come join us in changing lives!"

Lisa Stiefel, Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness Manager: Communication Equity Services (she/her)

StrengthsFinder 2.0 Top 5 Talent Themes: Relator, Empathy, Positivity, Ideation, Adaptability

"Being a part of the Diversity, Equity & Inclusiveness team will offer an amazing opportunity for someone with the same passion for equity as we have. If you strive to make meaningful changes in the community through access, education and inclusion, you will be a great fit for our team. I look forward to working with you in the future!"

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