Case Manager and Outreach Worker

Albany, NY

Case Manager and Outreach Worker

Job Summary

In Our Own. Voices

Location Albany, NY 12210

Job Type Full Time Employee

Case Manager and Outreach Worker

About the Job

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Organization Mission

In Our Own Voices (IOOV) is a lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people of color (LGBT POC) organization whose purpose is to “develop the leadership of LGBT POC; strengthen the voices of LGBT POC in order to effectively communicate our perspectives within the larger community; strengthen our capacity as LGBT POC to combat oppression and marginalization.” In Our Own Voices is a comprehensive LGBT POC organization in upstate New York and one of a handful in the United States.

Title                                       LGBT Lead Advocate
Compensation                        $33,000 – $37,500 plus benefits
Location                                  In Our Own Voices, Albany, NY
Job Type                                 Full time, exempt

Job Summary:

The LGBT Lead Advocate will be the first point of contact for all IOOV clients. The Advocate will conduct all organizational intakes and will determine client eligibility for IOOV Programs and Services.
Qualifications:

Bachelor Degree in, Social Work or Mental Health Counseling, preferred LMSW,
Paid Case Management experience
Paid experience working on issues of domestic violence, sexual assault or related concerns preferred.
Commitment to lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual people of color community issues and interests.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
Experience in the social services and courts system field required
Ability to think creatively and strategically about fulfilling program objectives
Excellent time management skills

The LGBT Lead Advocate will also work to further implement the organization’s anti-violence programs. Specifically, the person chosen will:

Provide advocacy and support to LGBT individuals by providing emergency assistance, information & referrals;
in person/telephone counseling;
accompaniment to legal/health and human service appointments, criminal justice support, assistance with completing crime victims compensation claim applications, follow up and other case management related tasks.;
Provide support and consultation to community-based advocates;
Case conferencing for specific clients; and
other duties as assigned

Who We Seek:

The person in this role will work with other staff as we strive to build both a healthier LGBT POC community and stronger relationships among LGBT POC and non-LGBT people of color. Skills at community organizing and the ability to speak Spanish would be considered strong positives. Candidates also should possess strong organizational, written and oral skills.

To Apply:
Send Cover letter, resume, and two writing samples, to Tandra R. La Grone, Executive Director, In Our Own Voices, 245 Lark St, Albany, NY 12210 or email to tlagrone@inourownvoices.org. (MUST have a car)Only candidates who have submitted a resume and writing samples will be reviewed. NO Drop Offs or Phone Calls

Outreach Worker

The position of Outreach Worker will be responsible for providing culturally-competent outreach and education to LGBT and/or people of color communities.

Minimum requirements:

Associate’s degree (or equivalent in experience); Bachelor’s preferred
Minimum of one year working in the HIV Field.
Minimum of one year human services experience; outreach, education, or case management experience.
Bilingual (Spanish) plus.
Comfort in providing education or outreach in public venues (i.e. bars, local colleges, beauty salons, barber shops).
Knowledge of and sensitivity to the target populations.
Must have ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities; excellent organizational skills; attention to detail.
Must have Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and independent means of transportation.

Qualified candidates must submit a cover letter outlining their experience as it relates to their HIV field, outreach experience and/or experience with the target population and two writing samples. Submit all requirements to: Tandra R. La Grone, Executive Director, In Our Own Voices, 245 Lark St, Albany, NY 12210 or email to tlagrone@inourownvoices.org
www.inourownvoices.org

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