Seeking an experienced youth worker to have primary responsibility for the coordination, oversight and delivery of supportive social work services, including intake and assessment services, maintenance of a safe and welcoming physical environment, as well as the spectrum of Youth Enrichment Services (YES) creative arts, recreation, and physical activity programming. A particular focus is maintained on using the arts and experiential activities to build resilience in LGBT youth as part of a positive youth development model. Also includes working with the Director of Youth Services and other Program Coordinators to develop and implement overall program plans for LGBT youth, as well as direct service to clients. This includes administration, contract management, capacity-building, operations and staff, intern and volunteer supervision and collaboration with community partners.

Qualified applicants will possess a Master's degree including LMSW with Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) certification to supervise students a plus; a minimum of 1-3 years experience in the provision of group-level social services and working with behavior-change curricula; a minimum 1-year supervisory experience; demonstrated programmatic experience regarding LGBT populations, including knowledge of the spectrum of youth gender identity and transgender issues; knowledge of youth HIV, alcohol and drug and mental health resources in the greater New York City area; strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills (bilingual a plus) and ability to interact with a wide range of personalities; position will require evening and Saturday shifts on an ongoing basis.

Reporting to the Executive Director, and serving as an integral member of the senior management team, the Director of Communications will be responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Center’s communication strategy. The Director will develop a top notch strategic communications plan, directly managing a broad range of communications and marketing activities that promote, enhance, and protect the organization’s brand reputation. The Director will be responsible for the development, integration, and implementation of a broad range of public relations activities relative to the strategic direction and positioning of the organization and its leadership. This individual will be an ambassador for the organization and will need to build relationships with the media that advance the Center’s position with relevant constituents and drive broader awareness and support for the organization. The Director will be responsible for aligning and activating the Center's brand identity across the organization’s varied and integrated communications products and services including: newsletters and other  print publications; web, e-news, social media and other online communications; and other marketing collateral.

Bachelor degree required with concentration in marketing, communications or business preferred; minimum five (5) years of directly related experience in marketing or communications, ideally with a non-profit and/or consumer services provider; management experience, including budget creation and analysis, and staff supervision; knowledge of the latest technology and communications vehicles; excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic and collaborative environment; extremely organized with high attention to detail and ability to be self-directed; work well under pressure and move quickly from task to task; communicate effectively in both written and verbal form; ability to deliver results utilizing the resources available and possess a get-it-done mentality; knowledge of the LGBT communities and issues; passion for the Center’s mission and programming.

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