PrEP4Teens Community Ambassador

Classification: Non-Exempt Status

Status: Regular, Part-Time (approximately 20 hours per week)

Salary Range: $25 - $28 /hour based on education and experience

Location: Hybrid, must be based in Chicago

Reports to: Director of Outreach and Engagement

About TaskForce Prevention and Community Services

TaskForce Prevention and Community Services is a multi-service, grassroots organization committed to improving the sexual health and overall well-being of LGBTQIA+ youth of Color in Chicago. We provide safe spaces for fellowship, HIV and STI screening and education, and on-site referrals to medical, housing, and other social services.

Our communications work centers on community voice, equity, cultural humility, and authentic storytelling.

PrEP4Teens is a youth-centered HIV prevention initiative that empowers young people with knowledge, creative platforms, and community support to promote sexual health and wellness. Through outreach, education, art-based programming, and youth engagement, PrEP4Teens works to increase awareness and access to HIV prevention resources, including PrEP, while uplifting youth voices and lived experiences.

Position Overview

The PrEP4Teens Community Ambassador is a community-facing role focused primarily on outreach, youth engagement, and program support. The ambassador helps expand the reach of PrEP4Teens programming by building relationships with teens, schools, and youth-serving organizations throughout the Chicago area.

This role supports community outreach, youth engagement activities, and program logistics while assisting with the implementation of youth workshops and creative programming. The Community Ambassador works closely with the PrEP4Teens Program Coordinator and outreach team and does not lead programming independently.

The PrEP4Teens program engages a diverse range of youth through cohort groups, educational workshops, and community outreach initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people, connecting with community organizations, and supporting youth-centered programming focused on sexual health, empowerment, and creative expression.

What You Will Do

Outreach and Community Engagement (Approximately 40-45%)

Conduct outreach at schools, community events, and partner organizations to increase youth awareness and participation in PrEP4Teens programming.

Build and sustain trusted relationships with teens, educators, and youth-serving organizations.

Represent PrEP4Teens at community events, schools, resource fairs, and outreach activities.

Distribute outreach materials such as stickers, palm cards, educational resources, and art kits during community engagement activities.

Outreach will primarily occur with youth-serving community organizations and prevention partners, including Chicago Public Schools (CPS), Communities In Schools (CIS), and other community-based organizations.Program and Workshop Support (Approximately 20-25%)

Support the implementation of youth workshops and educational activities focused on sexual health, HIV prevention, and creative advocacy using approved program curriculum.

Assist the Program Coordinator with workshop preparation, facilitation support, and participant engagement.

Support youth cohorts, one-time workshops, and community events depending on program needs.

Help coordinate workshop logistics including scheduling, materials preparation, and participant support.Administrative and Logistics Support (Approximately 20-25%)

Assist with logistical coordination for workshops, outreach events, and public art projects.

Support inventory tracking and replenishment of program materials and outreach supplies.

Help organize documentation including sign-in sheets, workshop materials, and program records.

Respond in a timely manner to inquiries submitted through the PrEP4Teens website and communication channels.

Assist with general program coordination and internal communications.Youth Engagement Activities (Approximately 10-15%)

Support youth in participating in creative projects, advocacy activities, and community storytelling initiatives.

Gather informal feedback from youth and community participants to help inform program improvement and engagement strategies.

Encourage youth participation in program activities and community events.Work Schedule and Environment

This is a part-time position averaging approximately 20 hours per week based in the Chicagoland area.

The role requires regular in-person participation in community programming and outreach activities. Work may include:

Evening programming and youth engagement activities

Participation in drop-in nights and youth programming sessions

Community events and outreach activations

Workshops in schools or partner organizations

Public art or mural project support

The schedule may vary depending on program needs and community events.

Transportation will be provided for off-site travel related to outreach and programming within the Chicagoland area.

The role may require standing for extended periods during events and transporting program materials.

Training and Support

The Community Ambassador will receive training and ongoing support to ensure success in the role. Training includes:

HIV prevention and PrEP education

Sexual health education and youth engagement practices

Community outreach and youth-centered programming approaches

Team members work closely with the Program Coordinator and outreach team to ensure ambassadors feel supported and prepared for their work with youth and community partners.

What Success Looks Like

Increased youth engagement and participation in PrEP4Teens programming

Expanded outreach within youth communities and partner organizations

Strong and trusting relationships built with teens, educators, and community partners

Reliable participation in outreach events and youth programming

Organized and well-coordinated program logistics and materialsQualifications

We value lived experience, community knowledge, and demonstrated engagement with youth.

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience working with youth, community engagement, or workshop facilitation

Comfort interacting with youth and facilitating group discussions or creative activities

Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills

Availability for evening and weekend programming as neededPreferred

Experience working with LGBTQ+ youth or communities impacted by health inequities

Background in youth development, arts education, community organizing, or public health

Experience with sexual health education, HIV prevention, or youth wellness programs

Experience supporting creative or arts-based programming

Bilingual or bicultural (Spanish/English) strongly preferredCompensation and Benefits

Hourly rate: $25-$28 per hour, based on education and experience

Non-exempt, eligible for overtime consistent with law

Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time offWhy Join TaskForce

At TaskForce, community engagement is central to how we build trust, expand access to sexual health resources, and support the well-being of LGBTQIA+ youth of Color in Chicago. As a PrEP4Teens Community Ambassador, you will play a direct role in connecting young people to information, resources, and supportive spaces that promote sexual health and empowerment.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with youth, community organizations, and public health advocates while gaining hands-on experience in outreach, youth engagement, and HIV prevention education. You will be part of a collaborative team committed to creating culturally relevant programming that centers youth voice and community leadership.

For individuals interested in youth development, public health, or community-based work, this role provides meaningful experience supporting programs that expand awareness, increase access to prevention resources, and strengthen connections between young people and the communities that support them.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Taskforce Prevention and Community Services (TaskForce) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual based on any non-merit factor, and is committed to an equitable workplace where everyone is treated as a respected and valued member of the team. We actively seek to build and maintain a diverse staff with regard to race, culture, ethnicity, class, religion, physical ability, age, gender, and sexual orientation. As an organization working in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community, TaskForce is committed to fostering the leadership and elevating the voices of LGBTQ+ young people, including people of color, Native people, immigrants and refugees, low-income people, transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary people, people with disabilities, people who were formerly imprisoned, people with HIV, people who live with substance dependence, and people living in the many intersections of these experiences. We encourage people from these communities to apply.