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Employment Opportunities at the Center - The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center

General Application Guidelines: Application procedures vary based on position. Please carefully review the position description and application procedures as outlined in the position announcements below.

All submissions must include a cover letter, stating the position of interest, and an accompanying resume. The Center will acknowledge receipt of all application materials. Duplicate submissions are not necessary.

The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. People of color, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, and individuals of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Internships are listed on on the Internship Opportunities page.

 

Current positions (click for full description):


Positions marked NEW are newly created employment opportunities at the Center.

Position Title Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor - Licensed Social Worker
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Full-time/exempt
Reports To Director of Center CARE Recovery
Position Summary Seeking a Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (Licensed Social Worker) to be responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of the spectrum of substance abuse individual, group, family and community client treatment services offered by Center CARE Recovery, including substance abuse treatment services for individuals with significant co-occurring problems such as mental illness, life trauma, or chronic medical conditions, as well as family counseling and parenting sessions. This includes program operations, administration, outreach and capacity-building.

Requirements include 2-years minimum clinical experience in the provision of alcohol and drug abuse treatment services; LMSW or LCSW qualification required (SIFI-field certification to supervise students a plus); experience in at least one of the areas of criminal justice, welfare-to-work, homelessness, domestic violence and/or child welfare; experience in family issues; experience working with MSM and people of color populations (Spanish-speaking bilingual skills a plus), including knowledge of the spectrum of LGBT gender identity and transgender issues; knowledge of alcohol and drug and mental health resources in the greater New York City area; familiarity with treatment regulations and programs; strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of personalities; sound interpersonal communication, writing, verbal and public speaking skills; organized and able to handle multiple tasks at once; strong commitment to social justice, progressive issues, and empowering the LGBT communities; and a high sense of responsibility and commitment to the mission of the Center.
Application Procedure Qualified candidates should click here to submit a cover letter (stating desired position and salary requirements) and resume using the Center's Online Employment Application, or by mail or fax to:

Center Human Resources
208 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011
Fax: 212.924.2657

No phone calls, please. The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. People of color, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, and individuals of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.


Position Title Director of Public Policy & Government Relations
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Full-time/exempt
Reports To Deputy Director for Programs
Position Summary Seeking a seasoned public policy professional and community organizer to manage the Center’s public policy programs, including representing the Center on related matters at the local, state and federal level.

Qualified applicants will possess proven community organizing experience; demonstrated knowledge of political/legislative systems; experience in a managerial/policy position; and a strong knowledge of LGBT communities, progressive and related issues. Individual must be highly organized and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Application Procedure Qualified candidates should click here to submit a cover letter (stating desired position and salary requirements) and resume using the Center's Online Employment Application, or by mail or fax to:

Center Human Resources
208 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011
Fax: 212.924.2657

No phone calls, please. The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. People of color, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, and individuals of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.


Position Title Insurance Billing & Administrative Assistant for Outpatient Treatment Program
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Full-time/exempt
Reports To Administrative Manager, Center CARE
Position Summary Seeking an Administrative Assistant to be responsible for delivering reception and client services; contracts reporting and evaluation; program and administrative support, and billing including insurance and Medicaid, insurance eligibility, reporting and evaluation; and program/administrative support for Center CARE’s outpatient treatment program.

Requirements include experience in Medicaid and medical billing, and Medicaid eligibility; AA or Bachelor’s degree, recent college work or comparable work experience preferred; 2-4 years minimum experience non-profit financial environment; knowledge of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities; experience with the provision of alcohol and drug abuse and mental health services a plus; strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to client confidentiality and other issues common to a human services setting, as well as an ability to interact with a wide range of personalities and diverse cultural backgrounds; self-motivated, takes the initiative, follows up and exercises sound judgment; strong interpersonal communication, writing, and verbal skills (bilingual a plus;) organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks at once, keep track of details and strategically and diplomatically prioritize demands; strong skills in word-processing, database, graphics, internet & e-mail programs. Schedule will include some evenings – schedule flexibility is required.
Application Procedure Qualified candidates should click here to submit a cover letter (stating desired position and salary requirements) and resume using the Center's Online Employment Application, or by mail or fax to:

Center Human Resources
208 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011
Fax: 212.924.2657

No phone calls, please. The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. People of color, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, and individuals of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.


Position Title Prevention Services Social Worker
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Part-time/non-exempt
Reports To Associate Director of Center CARE
Position Summary Seeking a part-time Social Worker to be responsible for the implementation and delivery of the spectrum of mental health, alcohol, tobacco and substance abuse prevention and HIV prevention and intervention services offered by Center CARE. This includes individual, group and community interventions, administration, contract reporting, operations and intern supervision.

Requirements include experience working with LGBT populations, including knowledge of the spectrum of gender identity and transgender issues; LMSW or similar qualification required (SIFI-field certification to supervise students a plus); 2-4 years minimum experience in the provision of alcohol, drug abuse, HIV and mental health services; knowledge of alcohol, drug and mental health resources in the greater New York City area; strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of personalities; strong communication, writing, verbal and public speaking skills (bilingual a plus); highly organized; experience in organizing, peer and volunteer management; ability to work effectively in coalitions with diverse communities; strong commitment to social justice, progressive issues, and empowering the LGBT communities; and a high sense of responsibility and commitment to the mission of the Center.
Application Procedure Qualified candidates should click here to submit a cover letter (stating desired position and salary requirements) and resume using the Center's Online Employment Application, or by mail or fax to:

Center Human Resources
208 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011
Fax: 212.924.2657

No phone calls, please. The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. People of color, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, and individuals of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.


Position Title SmokeFree Peer Facilitator
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Temporary/Part-time/Per Diem/Non-employment
Reports To SmokeFree Project Coordinator
Position Summary The SmokeFree Project of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center is looking for qualified ex-smokers to be paid facilitators for our smoking cessation groups. Applicants must have experience in health education/outreach, counseling, or peer education, and must be able to work evenings and occasional weekends. We are especially looking for facilitators who are people of color, HIV-positive, LGBT, and/or in recovery.

This is a paid per diem position and is not considered employment with the Center. Facilitators will be paid per diem and will be issued a Form 1099 at the end of the year.
Application Procedure Qualified candidates should click here to submit a cover letter (stating desired position and salary requirements) and resume using the Center's Online Employment Application, or by mail or fax to:

Center Human Resources
208 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011
Fax: 212.924.2657

No phone calls, please. The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. People of color, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, and individuals of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.


Position Title Summer Youth Worker/Social Worker – Youth Enrichment Services (Y.E.S.)
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Part-time/temporary/non-exempt: the duration will be May 2008 through Labor Day. Work hours will be part-time and increase as the season progresses.
Reports To Senior Program Coordinator – Supportive Services
Position Summary Seeking an experienced group facilitator and counselor to be a staff mentor with LGBTQ youth in the Y.E.S. Summer Community Camp Program. The Summer Youth Worker/Social Worker will be responsible for implementing activity-based, psycho-educational groups and workshops for young people; providing individual counseling, education and peer supervision services; and administrative duties related to the program.

Requirements include significant previous experience working with LGBTQ youth; group facilitation, training, and counseling skills; knowledge of adolescent development, health, sex education, alcohol and substance abuse, and HIV/AIDS prevention and harm reduction; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and an ability to work with a wide range of personalities. MSW preferred. Fluency in Spanish a plus.

Schedule will include some evening hours; Wednesdays 12 – 8PM; 3-day sleep-away retreat May 30 – June 1, 2008; and a week of sleep-away camp August 17 – 24, 2008.
Application Procedure Qualified candidates should click here to submit a cover letter (stating desired position and salary requirements) and resume using the Center's Online Employment Application, or by mail or fax to:

Center Human Resources
208 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011
Fax: 212.924.2657

No phone calls, please. The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. People of color, women, trans and gender non-conforming people, and individuals of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.