June 9, 2008
Issue #643
 


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Tues., June 10, 2-4 p.m. Training: Battling Fraud and the Unauthorized Practice of Law; Sponsor: The New York Immigration Coalition; Location: 137-139 West 25th Street, 12th Floor; To RSVP: edmitriev@thenyic.org; Fee waiver available.

Wed., June 11, 6 p.m. Event: Virtual Information Session; Sponsor: Peace Corps; Location: Online; To Register: www.peacecorps.gov/index.cfm?shell=meet.regrec.event&eventid=84284&city=newyork;

Thurs., June 12, 9:30a.m.-4:30 p.m. Workshop: Advanced Training for the Trainer; Sponsor: Support Center for Nonprofit Management; Location: 305 Seventh Avenue; To RSVP: http://www.supportcenteronline.org/view_entry.php?id=3852&date=20080612 ; Cost is on a sliding scale based on agency budget.

Thurs., June 12, 2p.m.-4 p.m.; Training: Understanding and Protecting Tenant's Rights; Sponsor: The New York Immigration Coalition; Location: 137-139 West 25th Street, 12th Floor; To RSVP: http://www.thenyic.org/content.asp?sid=18; Fee waiver available.

Sat., June 14, 8:30p.m. Benefit: Rock for Younger Women; Sponsor: Younger Women's Task Force; Location: Knitting Factory, 74 Leonard Street; $15 cover.


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IN THE NEWS

As Teenagers Leave Group Homes, A Challenge Placing Those Who Remain
It's difficult to make matches work between families and older foster children.
The New York Times

Work-Related Injury Deaths Among Hispanics
According to data from 1992 - 2006, Hispanics die at a higher rate than all U.S. workers.
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Obstructionist
Understanding State Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver.
New York Magazine

Housing Authority Keeping Thousands of Units Empty While Many Families Wait
Inside-NYCHA sources say thousands of public housing units sit unused.
Daily News

City 'Limits': East Village Rezone Planned
A rezoning should protect the east side of downtown from NYU, among other things.
New York Post

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JOBS


BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - QUEENS--Heaven's Hands Community Services, Inc.--The Behavior Management Specialist will provide residential habilitation to individuals at home and in the community. Implement goals & behavior strategies. MRDD exp. a must. GED plus one year experience. Criminal background check required. Fax 718-788-0950 attention HR, or hr@hhcsny.org.


BOOKKEEPER--Addicts Rehabilitation Center, Inc.--ARC seeks a Bookkeeper to work at its Harlem location. The candidate will be required to: track and disburse client third party funds, perform client account analysis and reconciliation, and to maintain and record entries to the general ledger with ad hoc reporting. QUALIFICATIONS: at least 2 years experience in a similar role, strong bookkeeping, analytical and communication skills, proven track record of meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks, strong computer use of Excel and MSWord is desired, at least Bachelor Degree. SALARY/RATE: $32-36K per year. We offer a unique working environment, helping people in the community and would like you to be part of our expanding team. Please send or fax your resume and salary requirement in confidence: Fiscal Dept., 2015 Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10035 or Fax 212-427-3751


BUDGET & CONTRACTS MANAGER/DIRECTOR--People & Systems--Are you a Budget Analyst or a Grants Accountant working in a nonprofit organization where advancement is not an option? Are you an experienced nonprofit Budget & Contracts Manager at an agency facing an uncertain future? People & Systems is assisting a large NY social service agency with their search for a Budget & Contracts Manager/Director. Send resume to: BUDGETS@peopleANDsystems.com


COMMUNITY LIAISON FOR MANHATTAN COMMUNITY BOARDS 9 AND 10--Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer's Office--Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer seeks a Community Liaison to be part of his collaborative, energetic, and innovative team. The prospective staff member must be committed to seeking out new and better ways for the Office to connect with, and deliver for, Manhattan's diverse neighborhoods, communities, and constituents. The Community Liaison would represent the Borough President's Office in Community Boards 9 and 10 (West Harlem and Central Harlem) and work under the supervision of the Borough President's Director of the Northern Manhattan Office. The Office of the Manhattan Borough President is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Send a cover letter and resume in a word or PDF document to srieara@manhattanbp.org. NYC residency required. Salary will be commensurate with experience.


DIRECTOR/ ADMINISTRATOR--Southern Boulevard Business Improvement District Inc.--Executive Director Duties- Administration, Financial Management and Operations of Bronx BID District. Resume should be sent Via E-mail to SOBOBID@gmail.com


EARLY CHILDHOOD TRAINERS--CUNY Central Office--Early childhood trainers for family child care workshops. Experience and bilingual (Spanish) required; 4 - 25 hours/wk. Evening, weekend, and/or weekday schedules are available. Please visit www.earlychildhoodnyc.org for more details.


MANAGER OF POLITICAL AFFAIRS--Planned Parenthood of NYC, Inc--We are currently recruiting for a full-time Manager of Political Affairs to work in the Public Affairs Department located in our Executive Offices at 26 Bleecker Street, NY, NY. This is an Exempt position reporting to the Associate Vice President of Government Affairs. POSITION SUMMARY: The Manager of Political Affairs will support both the PPNYC Action Fund and the PPNYC Public Affairs Department. This position is responsible for coordinating and implementing the administrative, organizing and electoral functions of the PPNYC Action Fund. At the same time, this position supports the work of the PPNYC Public Affairs Department by helping to coordinate and implement a successful lobbying program, developing effective background information on elected officials and tracking legislators' voting records. For full job description and to apply Please visit www.plannedparenthood.org Planned Parenthood of New York City, Inc is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace; women and minorities are encouraged to apply.


NEW MEDIA WRITER--United Federation of Teachers--New Media Writer Major education union seeks New Media Writer to be the editorial point person for all the union's online communications. Responsible for running Edwize, the union's labor/education blog; writing & editing email blasts to members; editing and proof-reading online forms and surveys; and managing the editorial content on the union's Web site. BA/BS degree and experience writing for the Web. Possess top-notch writing, editing and proof-reading skills. Blogging experience a plus, as is knowledge of WordPress, Photoshop and Dreamweaver. A commitment to labor and public education. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Excellent benefits. Salary $45-60K depending on experience. Application deadline: June 1. Resumes, clips and cover letters may be sent to: United Federation of Teachers, Communications Department 52 Broadway, 12th Floor New York, NY 10003 Attn: D. McFadyen Email: uftwebjob@uft.org No faxes or phone calls please.


POLICY RESEARCH INTERN, SUMMER 2008--Center for an Urban Future--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 and assisting on all reports. Intern must be able to commit to at least 20 hours a week. This is an unpaid internship. To apply, send resume and cover letter to intern@nycfuture.org.


PROGRAM DIRECTOR--Montefiore Medical Center--The South Bronx Health Center for Children and Families/Montefiore Medical Center, a community health center located in a medically underserved section of the Bronx, is seeking an experienced Program Director. Reporting to the Associate Executive Director of the Community Pediatric Programs, the Program Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a growing community health center with over 30,000 visits per year. Responsibilities include: program management, development, and evaluation consistent with community needs and programmatic/budget constraints; personnel administration; fiscal/billing oversight; and data reporting. Qualifications: 5-7 years experience in health administration/management and program development, preferably in a community health environment serving children and their families. Grants administration/ management experience desired. Master's degree (MPH or MPA) or equivalent combination of education/experience. Bilingual Spanish preferred. Please respond with resume and salary requirements to: Montefiore Medical Center, Dept. DS, 317 East 64th Street, NY, NY 10065 or via e-mail: resumes@chfund.org or via Fax: 212-744-7633. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE.


PROGRAM DIRECTOR--Jericho Project--Jericho Project,leading provider of supportive housing for formerly homeless and in remission from alcoholism and drug addiction, seeking to hire a Director for one of its Bronx site. Extensive exp in clinical and program administration required. MSW strongly preferred. Must possess strong writing and computer skills, four years supervisory experience. Individual responsible for overall quality of services, coordination of community resources, budgeting and leadership. Forward resume and salary desired with cover letter to hr@jerichoproject.org.


PROJECT MANAGER, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT--Women's Housing and Economic Development Corp--WHEDCo seeks an urban planner to lead a collaborative effort with other local community-based organizations and develop a comprehensive community plan to address community safety and commercial revitalization along Southern Boulevard. Applicants should have at least 2 years experience in urban planning, community organizing, advocacy, or economic development, with direct responsibility for completing project tasks. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. To apply, send cover letter and resume to info@whedco.org For more information, see WHEDCo's job page: http://www.whedco.org/jobs.php


STAFF WRITER--Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer's Office--Manhattan Borough President Scott M. Stringer seeks a Staff Writer to be part of his energetic, collaborative and innovative team to implement a shared vision of progressive policies and community-based planning. The Staff Writer will report to the Director of Scheduling: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred; Demonstrate commitment to public service; At least two years of policy-related experience with government, civic, policy/research or similar organizations. Salary is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included. Email cover letter, resume in a single word or pdf document and a 1-2 page writing sample to cnguyen@manhattanbp.org. The Office of the Manhattan Borough President is an EOE. New York City residency is required.

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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. 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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