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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.

 

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Current positions (click for full description):


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

 

Position Title Clinical Supervisor for a substance abuse program working with patients in New York City STD clinics (part-time)
Status Accepting Inquiries
Classification Part-time/non-exempt
Position Summary

Seeking a part-time Clinical Supervisor to be responsible for the direct clinical and task supervision of the program’s substance abuse intervention counselors, as well as collecting data on substance abuse among individuals being treated for STD’s, delivering the intervention and making referrals for the treatment of substance abuse issues and GPRA tracking and follow-up. In addition to supervision, the Clinical Supervisor will fill-in on-site at any of the three STD clinics staffed by the program in New York City when need arises in order to maintain program staffing. Duties to include planning, operations, administration, client services and outreach duties. Schedule is part-time with occasional evenings.

Requirements include a masters-level clinical degree (MSW, MHC, and so forth); professional licensure; two-years minimum professional experience in the provision of substance abuse prevention and/or treatment services including experience using motivational interviewing; knowledge of alcohol and drug, HIV and mental health resources in the greater New York City area; strong communication, writing, verbal and public speaking skills; 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; organized and able to handle multiple tasks at once, track details and strategically and diplomatically prioritize demands; strong computer skills including word-processing and internet & e-mail programs; experience with electronic medical records (EMR) a plus; bilingual with fluency in Spanish a plus. 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 Executive Director
Status Accepting Inquiries
Summary

Full position description will be available soon. Any inquiries about this position should be directed to Rob Wheeler, Director of Human Resources and Administration at (212) 620-7310, rob@gaycenter.org. Potential candidates for the position of Executive Director may contact Becky Klein at Phillips Oppenheim at thecenter@phillipsoppenheim.com.

 

Position Title

Foster Care Project Coordinator

Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Full-time/exempt
Reports To

Senior Family Services Coordinator

Position Summary

Seeking a community organizer and trainer to plan and implement strategies for recruitment and support of LGBT and LGBT-affirming foster and adoptive families. Project Coordinator will assume a leadership role in the LGBT Foster Care Coalition; conduct cultural competency trainings for foster agency workers; create brochures and other written support materials about LGBT foster care issues; plan and implement public educational forums; and support the overall work of the Center Family Services Program.

Requirements include a BA or equivalent work experience; 3+ years related experience; familiarity with the NYC foster care system; superior written and verbal communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and strategically prioritize; work independently as well as collaboratively within a highly motivated and dynamic team; fluency in Spanish a plus.

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 Program Coordinator – Youth Enrichment Services (Y.E.S.)
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Full-time/exempt
Reports To Director of Youth Services
Position Summary

Seeking program coordinator to provide supervision and direct oversight of support social work services to the Y.E.S. program. Responsibilities include intake and assessment; maintenance of a safe and welcoming physical environment; crisis intervention; development and supervision of substance abuse/HIV prevention; staff/intern supervision; development and implementation of overall program plans, including staff coordination, team facilitation, and programmatic and operational leadership.

Requirements include LCSW; certification in field instruction; minimum 5 years experience in direct practice with youth; substantial previous experience working with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth; prior supervisory experience; outstanding group facilitation, training, and counseling skills; knowledgeable about adolescent development, sexual health education, HIV/AIDS, prevention and risk reduction; excellent interpersonal skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; able to handle multiple talks at once; a high sense of personal cause 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 Registered Nurse, licensed outpatient substance abuse treatment program
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Part-time/non-exempt
Reports To Medical Director, Center CARE Recovery
Position Summary Seeking RN for up to 10-hours per week to perform and document vital signs and admission medical screenings; assess, monitor, and document medical and psychiatric needs of clients, including TB screenings; safely triage clients to appropriate referrals; participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning team meetings and effectively communicate with other members of the treatment team and outside providers to ensure continuity and coordination of care; facilitate physical and mental health-related groups in licensed outpatient substance abuse treatment program.

Requirements include current New York State Registered Nurse License (RN) and two years experience in psychiatric and community services nursing and in substance use treatment, preferably in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
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 Substance Abuse Interventionist
Status Accepting Resumes
Classification Full-time/exempt
Reports To Director of Organizational Planning, Development & Research
Position Summary Seeking a substance abuse counselor to be part of implementing an innovative project working with patients in New York City STD clinics. The interventionist will be employed full time by the Center and be out stationed five days a week at an off site STD clinic. Schedule is full time with occasional evenings.

Requirements include bachelors degree; experience in substance abuse counseling; experience working with diverse ethnic groups and the LGBT community required; ability to be self-directed and also work as part of a team; excellent interpersonal skills; experience using motivational interviewing; fluency in Spanish a plus.
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.