Program Assistant - Libertas Center for Human Rights
About The Position
The Libertas Center for Human Rights at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens, NY is seeking a Program Assistant to support the delivery of culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, bio-psycho-social spiritual services to patients at a novel treatment center for survivors of torture and human rights violations. The Program Assistant reports to the Operations Director and works in close collaboration with the Data & Program Coordinator, Executive Director and Clinical Director. This position plays a key role in data collection and analysis in addition to supporting the overall program administration. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong project and data management skills, excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility with shifting priorities, the ability to anticipate and solve challenges, and have a strong interest in human rights. The Libertas Center is a grant-funded program under the Department of Emergency Medicine at Elmhurst Hospital, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a teaching hospital for the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. The Libertas Center provides immigrant survivors of torture and human rights violations in the New York City area with comprehensive medical, mental health, social and legal services to help them heal, regain independence, and restore hope and humanity in their lives. We use a strengths-based, client-centered and trauma-informed case management approach to provide services directly on-site and through coordination with our partners within and outside the hospital. In addition to direct services, the Libertas Center builds capacity through education and training of medical and mental health providers, conducts research on best practices, and advocates for policies to address survivors’ needs. Our team uses its multidisciplinary expertise and an evidence-based approach to improve the well-being and quality of life for this vulnerable yet highly resilient population.
Requirements
- Strong project and data management skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Flexibility with shifting priorities
- Ability to anticipate and solve challenges
- Strong interest in human rights
Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of culturally sensitive, trauma-informed, bio-psycho-social spiritual services to patients at a novel treatment center for survivors of torture and human rights violations.
- Support the delivery of culturally responsive, trauma-informed services to patients at a treatment center for immigrant survivors of torture and human rights violations.
- Play a key role in data collection and analysis.
- Support overall program administration.
Benefits
- Outstanding patient care
- Unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation
- Fair access to opportunities
- Inclusive practices
- Support for the success of every individual
- Workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow
- Environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change
- Supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
