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CASE MANAGER/TENANT INCOME AND SERVICES SPECIALIST--Bronx Pro Real Estate Management, Inc.--Tenant Income and Services Specialist/Case Manager Under supervision of the Director of Resident Services and Supportive Housing Initiatives: • Perform annual income certifications as required by government agencies and programs (i.e. LIHTC as administered by DHCR, HPD and HDC). Responsibilities include calculation of income and assets, and obtaining documentation from applicants, tenants, employers, financial institutions, etc. • Assist development staff in the marketing and leasing up of newly constructed or renovated apartments. Tasks include updating waiting lists and log of prospective tenants, follow-up correspondence, phone calls, etc. • Perform annual apartment inspections to ensure that housing is properly maintained and interview tenants to identify needs, interests, and obstacles to improving self-sufficiency. • Refer tenants to various service providers or government programs and track progress. • Meet regularly with property management staff to review tenants in arrears and implement eviction prevention programs. Successful applicants should be detail oriented and enjoy personal contact with clients, including meeting with tenants in their homes. Experience in community development, case management, and proficiency in Excel is preferred. B.A. or equivalent in work experience. Applicants should be bi-lingual in Spanish and English. Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter via email to BronxProJulie@aol.com or mail it Bronx Pro Real Estate Management Inc., 2001 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453. Attention: Julie Woinsky. No phone calls please.

CHILD PSYCHIATRIST (PART TIME)--Montefiore Medical Center--The Community Pediatrics Program, a program of Montefiore Medical Center-Albert Einstein College of Medicine, has an immediate opening of a part-time board certified Child Psychiatrist to join the New York Children’s Health Project (NYCHP), a dynamic multidisciplinary health care program committed to ending health disparities in the communities we serve. The NYCHP provides comprehensive high-quality medical, dental and behavioral health care services to homeless and medically underserved children, parents, and youth throughout New York City, in state-of-the-art medical mobile units with electronic patient records. In addition, special programs have been developed which focus on the prevention and treatment of childhood asthma, domestic violence, mental health services, the management of child abuse and neglect, nutritional services and health education initiatives. Qualifications: M.D., New York State license; board certified in child and adolescent psychiatry; DEA license. Experience working in multidisciplinary teams, preferably in an underserved population and/or community-based setting. Superior communications skills, both written and oral required. Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) strongly preferred. Montefiore Medical Center-Albert Einstein College of Medicine is a teaching institution which provides academic appointments. Other benefits include: competitive salary, retirement program, tax deferred savings plan, paid vacation/holidays, and medical/dental coverage. Interested candidates must submit a CV and cover letter, along with salary requirements, via one of the following: E-mail: resumes@chfund.org Fax: (212) 744-7633 Mail: Montefiore Medical Center Community Pediatrics Programs Department: SJ 317 East 64th Street New York, NY 10021 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE The Montefiore Medical Center - Albert Einstein College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For further information on our programs, please visit our websites: www.montefiore.org or www.childrenshealthfund.org

CITY LIMITS BUSINESS OFFICE INTERN--City Futures--Join one of New York City’s most exciting non-profits, City Futures, an organization devoted to rethinking, reframing and improving the debate around cities. City Futures comprises City Limits, an urban affairs news magazine that has explored the issues that matter to New York City neighborhoods for almost 30 years and Center for an Urban Future, a think tank that fuses journalistic reporting techniques with traditional policy analysis to produce in-depth reports and workable policy solutions on the critical issues facing cities. Business Office Interns will work closely with the Director of Business Affairs and the Executive Director to streamline the daily operations of this ever-evolving organization. Specific duties include marketing and distribution research, preparing promotional materials, filing, and database maintenance. Candidates must be able to pay great attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Word. Excel and Access a plus. 10-15hrs/week. This is an unpaid position, but can be used for credit. Find out more about the organization at www.citylimits.org and www.nycfuture.org. Please send a cover letter and resume via mail to: City Futures Business Internship, 120 Wall Street 20th Floor New York NY 10005 or Intern@citylimits.org.

CITY LIMITS EDITORIAL INTERN--City Limits--City Limits, New York’s urban affairs news source, covers the issues that matter to New York City’s neighborhoods. City Limits provides information and analysis you will not find anywhere else on policies and players, strategies and programs—from the front lines of advocacy and politics to affordable housing, from federal spending to local political races, from community gardens to inclusionary zoning. Editorial interns at City Limits Weekly assist senior staff with research, reporting and newsroom support duties. Interns are encouraged to pitch and write their own stories, which vary from short items (150 - 300 words) to longer magazine features (400 - 1,000 words). Published clips and knowledge of New York City a must. Areas of interest include: government, housing, criminal justice, education and economic development. The internship is unpaid, but interns are paid freelance rates for longer published stories. To apply, mail a resume, three clips and a cover letter detailing why you want to work at City Limits to: City Limits Editorial Internship 120 Wall Street, 20th floor New York, NY 10005 intern@citylimits.org

COORDINATOR OF COMPUTER TRAINING--Mount Hope Housing--Responsibilities: To train youth and adults in a comprehensive Microsoft software curricula including Windows, Word, Excel and Power Point. Introduce students to the Internet. Maintain and provide technical assistance to departmental network systems. Maintain database system for documentation of participant demographics and program progress reports. Qualifications: Minimum B.A., preferably in Computer Science, A+ certification a plus. Proven background in computer instruction, 3-5 years experience working with adolescent youth and/or adult work force populations. Must posses a broad knowledge of various software applications; proven capacity to provide technical assistance support for malfunctioning computers and network systems. Comprehensive benefits package. Salary commensurate with credentials and experience. Send resume to: Estel Fonseca, Mount Hope Housing Company, 2003-05 Walton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453. Fax: (718) 466-4788. E-mail: Estelmhhc@aol.com. No telephone calls.

DAY HABILITATION SUPERVISORS--F∙E∙G∙S--FEGS is one of the largest health and human services organizations in the country with a budget in excess of $240 million and 3500+ employees working in over 350 locations throughout the New York metropolitan area. Our Developmental Disabilities Division is seeking sharp, creative, and motivated candidates for our full-time positions within our Day Habilitation Programs located in Brooklyn and the Bronx. F*E*G*S offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Day Habilitation Supervisors: Oversee day-to-day operations of the Day Habilitation Service. Establish community relationships, supervise staff, monitor all on-site day habilitation services, develop and modify service plans. BA and 4 years experience working with individuals with disabilities, including 1-year supervisory experience. Driver’s license required. Send resume to our HR Consultants: HR Dynamics, Inc., Dept. DD-Day/SS, 345 Hudson Street, 4th Floor, New York, New York 10013 or e-mail sgsmalls@hr-dynamics.com.

DIRECTOR OF ORGANIZING--HCC--HCC seeks a Director of Organizing to oversee tenant & community organizing programs. Responsibilities: supervise 4 staff, program development/expansion, budgeting, programmatic/fiscal compliance, grant tracking, grant writing & work directly on organizing campaigns. Qualifications: min. 4 yrs. experience, very organized, articulate, have excellent writing skills & facility with computer progs. Evening work often necessary. Salary DOE, good benefits. Send cover letter, writing sample & resume by 12/6/06, to Sarah Desmond, HCC, 777 Tenth Avenue, NY, NY 10019; e-mail sdesmond@hcc-nyc.org.

DIRECTOR, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE--Medical & Health Research Association of NYC.--Fiscal Infrastructure and Technical Assistance (FITA) (a program of Medical & Health Research Association of New York City, Inc.) provides management support and training services to nonprofit organizations in NYC and nationally. We are recruiting for a Project Director to lead our management consulting group. The Director ensures that FITA provides high quality not-for-profit capacity building products and services (including one-on-one assistance and group training) to the organizations it serves. For more information about working at MHRA and to apply for this position, visit our website at www.mhra.org EOE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR--Community Voices Heard--Community Voices Heard (CVH), an organization of low-income individuals, is seeking an Executive Director committed to the progressive social movement and economic equality in society. Utilizing base building, direct action, research and coalition building, CVH organizing campaigns lead to wins such as living wage jobs and access to quality education and training for its membership of low-income families. Candidates for Executive Director must be strongly committed to developing low-income people into agents for change, and be able to nurture CVH as a membership-led power-building organization. The E.D. will serve as the chief organizing and political strategist for CVH, guiding campaigns and creating alliances that enhance CVH’s leverage. The Executive Director will also continue the implementation of a strategic plan of expansion into electoral work, multi-issue organizing, statewide organizing and national and international movement building. The E.D. must ensure the financial stability of the organization and implement an aggressive strategy of institutional and individual fundraising; maintain an effective staff as well as positive relationships with CVH’s Board, funders and other stakeholders. Qualifications sought include: five years experience in a high-level management position in community organizing/social justice with significant supervisory responsibilities, strong written and oral communication skills, and fundraising skills. Understanding of, and demonstrated success in, the New York political context is a plus, as well as the ability to speak Spanish. Women, people of color, and LGBT individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Send resume and cover letter by January 15th, 2007 to: CVH Executive Search, KW Murnion and Associates, Inc, 50 Park Avenue, 17C, New York, NY 10016 or by email to: kwmurnion@verizon.net. No phone calls accepted. For more information, visit www.cvhaction.org.

FUND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST--MBD Community Housing Corporation--Prestigious CDC in the Bronx, with 31 years of experience in Property Management, is seeking an experienced Funds Development Specialist. Responsibilities include obtaining requests for proposals and grant applications, writing, editing, and packaging proposals and event planning. Must have 3-5 years experience in proposal writing. Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or related field. Fundraising experience is a plus. Salary according to experience. Email resume and cover letter to YCarrington@mbdhousing.org or fax to HR at 718-542-7694

INSTRUCTORS--F∙E∙G∙S--FEGS is one of the largest health and human services organizations in the country with a budget in excess of $240 million and 3500+ employees working in over 350 locations throughout the New York metropolitan area. Our Developmental Disabilities Division is seeking sharp, creative, and motivated candidates for our full-time positions within our Day Habilitation Programs located in Manhattan, Queens and the Bronx. F*E*G*S offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. Instructors: Provide goal development and case management to individuals with disabilities in a classroom setting. BA required and one year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred; Recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in human services encouraged to apply. Driver’s license required. Send resume to our HR Consultants: HR Dynamics, Inc., Dept. DD-Day/SS, 345 Hudson Street, 4th Floor, New York, New York 10013 or e-mail sgsmalls@hr-dynamics.com.

INVESTIGATIONS EDITOR--City Limits--City Limits, New York City’s urban affairs news source for 30 years, seeks an experienced journalist with street smarts, a demonstrated record of accomplishment, and in-depth knowledge of New York City and its neighborhoods, politics and institutions. The Investigations Editor will take a lead role in writing, assigning and editing long-form investigative pieces about New York City and its housing, social welfare and economic development policies. The editor will also contribute to City Limits' growing website and weekly e-letter. City Limits (www.citylimits.org) is published by City Futures, Inc., a nonprofit organization, which also operates the Center for an Urban Future (www.nycfuture.org), an urban policy think tank. Requirements: No fewer than 6 years as a practicing journalist, proven experience in investigative journalism, superior interpersonal and leadership skills, media savvy, as well as a business and editorial vision. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Salary commensurate with experience. Applicants should send resume and cover letter, with salary requirements, to: Andrew Breslau, Executive Director, City Futures, 120 Wall Street, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10005, or e-mail to search@citylimits.org. No phone inquiries, please.

LESBIAN CANCER INITIATIVE COORDINATOR--Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center--The NYC LGBT Community Center seeks an experienced social worker to coordinate services and delivery of cancer care support services for lesbian/bisexual women, including outreach, program liaison, intake, assessment, and referral services, as well as individual and group counseling. This position also requires the supervision of social work interns, and is responsible for administrative duties and contract/grant reporting. Requirements include Master’s degree and CSW with field instruction certification; prior supervisory experience; significant experience working with, and knowledge of, LGBT communities; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; an ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks at once. This is a half-time, non-exempt position, and is funded through March 2007. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by mail or fax to: Center Human Resources 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011 FAX (212) 924-2657 Please note that the Center does not receive resumes electronically – only by mail or fax. No phone calls, please. Learn more at www.gaycenter.org EO/AA

MANAGING DIR, POLICY, RESEARCH & COMM HEALTH--Gay Men's Health Crisis, Inc.--Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Managing Director, Public Policy, Research and Community Health will lead GMHC’s newly created division of Public Policy, Research, and Community Health. The Managing Director will drive GMHC’s public policy agenda with an intentional focus on the social justice issues and disparities in access to health care that fuel the AIDS epidemic locally, nationally, and globally. The Managing Director will provide vision and direction to the division, and will oversee the departments of Public Policy, The Women’s Institute, and The Institute for Gay Men’s Health, which total over 20 staff, 20 peer health educators, as well as interns and volunteers. Specific responsibilities include: • Developing agency positions on key public policy issues and formulating related advocacy strategies. Representing GMHC at relevant global, national and local coalitions, task forces and other forums and advocating for the agency regarding policy matters including conducting interviews with the media. • Leading the three departments and creating new opportunities for advancing strategic public policy advocacy priorities and advocating for sound AIDS policies on the federal, state and local level. • Initiating and maintaining communication with legislators and regulators to advocate for GMHC’s policies and to secure funding for HIV/AIDS prevention interventions and supportive services. • Linking the agency’s community constituents to its public policy and advocacy work to effectively inform the Public Policy Department about the specific needs of the agency’s constituents. • Overseeing GMHC Action, GMHC’s grassroots advocacy network, and the production of Treatment Issues, GMHC’s globally recognized newsletter. • Overseeing policy analysis and policy paper generation about specific concerns to the agency. Qualifications: Master’s degree in Public Policy and Administration or Public Health, or related field, or J.D. is required, Ph.D. preferred. Significant proven experience in public health policy and direct lobbying required. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local legislative systems is necessary. Knowledge of HIV and health policies and related political and human rights issues, as well as legal issues, lobbying and public education strategies. Proven experience as a Senior Manager in a not-for-profit arena. Proven experience designing and developing successful grant proposals for program and research areas needed. Proven experience in program evaluation. Qualified individuals should send cover letter and resume, which must include salary requirements, to GMHC, 119 West 24th St., New York, NY 10011 or electronically to jobs@gmhc.org. GMHC offers a competitive compensation package and is committed to staff development. We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

PARENT COORDINATOR--Leadership Institute--Would you like to work at a school where parents, students and teachers work on 3 themes: Leadership, Social Justice and Community Action? Leadership Institute, a small New Visions High School in its second year seeks candidates to recruit, organize, and involve parents in school-community events, workshops, and grassroots community organizing projects in the Northwest Bronx. Fluency in Spanish, knowledge or experience in community organizing, and demonstrated passion for social justice A PLUS. Please send resumes to BOTH laura.vazquez@nwbccc.net AND rgonzal9@schools.nyc.gov

POLICY RESEARCH INTERN--Center for an Urban Future--The Center for an Urban Future is a New York-based think tank that fuses journalistic reporting techniques with traditional policy analysis to produce in-depth reports and workable policy solutions on the critical issues facing our cities. Founded nearly 10 years ago, the Center has become one of New York City’s most respected policy organizations, known for credible, fact-based research and solutions-oriented studies. The sister organization of City Limits magazine, the Center’s research focuses on economic development, higher education and workforce development. The Center seeks an intern with experience in journalism or public policy research to assist staff in researching a variety of issues impacting New York City, primarily on studies related to economic development and workforce development. Responsibilities include extensive phone interviews, Web research, attending policy meetings and writing. Other duties include coordinating meetings with government officials, maintaining the Center’s database and assisting on all reports. To apply, send resume and cover letter by email or traditional mail to: Center for an Urban Future 120 Wall Street, 20th Floor New York, NY 10005 tcolton@nycfuture.org

PROJECT MANAGER - FOOD INDUSTRY--New York Industrial Retention Network--NYIRN seeks a Project Manager for its Food From New York initiative, includes responsibility for Program Development, Marketing, Direct Business Assistance, etc. Prefer Masters Degree Graduate or Candidate and some work experience. See www.nyirn.org for full job posting & application instructions.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST--Services for the Underserved--Services for the Underserved, a NYC based non profit providing services to MH, MR/DD and PLWA is seeking a Quality Improvement Specialist to work in the QA Department. Assist Director of QA in the execution of all job functions related to QA and Quality Improvement activities and Staff Development. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and a min of 5 years of relevant experience. Qualified individuals should send cover letter and resume, which must include salary requirements, to SUS, c/o Human Resources 305 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10001 or electronically to resumes@susinc.org. We are an Equal Opportunity employer.

SOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAM MANAGER—EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL--Housing and Services, Inc.--HSI’s mission is to end homelessness by creating permanent, cost effective solutions to housing crises for New Yorkers in need. Kenmore Hall Program Manger oversees a new ed/voc program & manages 3+ case managers. MSW required. See www.hsi-ny.org for complete description. Mail or email cover letter and resume with salary requirements to: Molly Mattimore, HSI, 461 Park Avenue South, 6th Floor, NY, NY 10016, or mmattimore@hsi-ny.org

STAFF ATTORNEY- HOUSING--RBSCC--Attorney for community based not-for-profit to represent low to moderate-income tenants in Bushwick and surrounding areas with non-payment and holdover proceedings in Brooklyn Housing Court. Minimum 1 year experience with landlord and tenant law. Knowledge of Spanish a strong plus. Email resume/cover letter to sburzio@rbscc.org or via fax at (718) 404-0008. No phone calls please.

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR--Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center--The NYC LGBT Community Center seeks self-motivated individual responsible for all aspects of the Center’s Volunteer Management Program, including recruitment, coordination and management of volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator will also support the efforts of the Cultural Programs department. Requirements include a minimum two (2) years experience managing and supervising volunteers in a non-profit setting; knowledge of volunteer systems; excellent interpersonal skills w/ability to work w/wide range of people and personalities; computer proficiency, including MSOffice; be highly organized and able to work independently and w/team; familiarity with LGBT issues and communities preferred. Schedule will vary and will include evenings and weekends. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by mail or fax to: Center Human Resources 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011 FAX (212) 924-2657 Please note that the Center does not receive resumes electronically – only by mail or fax. No phone calls. www.gaycenter.org EO/AA

EDITORIAL INFO: The City Limits Weekly is a free news and resource guide for New Yorkers, published every Monday by the staff of City Limits magazine. Feel free to contact us with news tips, questions or needs you have discovered in the neighborhoods where you live or work. E-mail City Limits Weekly Editor Karen Loew at karen@citylimits.org or call 212.479.3351.

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