Jobs

In fulfilling our mission, we offer health education and promotion services, wellness support, guidance in securing financial and legal assistance, social entitlements advocacy, and other support services.

Our services are designed to respond to the needs of a very diverse Latino community, and we have been pioneering in the creation of programs and services specifically tailored to the needs of Latino gay, bisexual, transgender, queer men and youth, and transgender women.

On average, of our services reaches over 6,000 unduplicated participants annually who have limited resources, are largely uninsured, and exhibit poor health outcomes, residing in all five New York City boroughs. Over 80% are migrants from Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa and Eastern Europe.

HAF seeks to hire a cadre of professionals and paraprofessionals who possess the commitment, knowledge and competencies to serve ethnically, culturally, and sexually diverse individuals, communities, subcultures, agencies, and organizations, including, but not limited to, communities of color, youth, people of transgender experience, men who love men, injection drug users, and other subcultures. As a representative of HAF, incumbents must have the ability to synthesize and translate the vision, mission, and services for public consumption. Team player and bilingual (Spanish/English) competencies are a must.

HAF is currently seeking to fill the positions listed below, which require strong verbal and written communication skills in English / Spanish, competencies relevant to Latino / Hispanic culture, and be positively well-informed on the full spectrum of gender identities / sexual orientations. Vacancies largely support programming targeted to gay / bisexual and queer men, and PLHIV.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for a wide range of administrative tasks in support of HAF’s overall management. These tasks include, but are not limited to, processing payroll, purchasing, billing, inventory control, recording keeping, etc.

Credentials: Candidates must possess an associate degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in the health and human services field; strong organizational and office management skills that reflect an ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail; and possess excellent verbal / written communication skills. Minimum Salary: $50K

The Gay Men’s Health Counselor is responsible for the implementation and delivery of sexual wellness services. Specifically, develops and manages the retention of a caseload of 40-60 Latino gay, bisexual and queer men, and provides safer sex and STI risk management counseling, HIV / HCV screening, HIV & PrEP treatment adherence support, and appropriate referrals and linkage to care services. Co-facilitates support groups, workshops, and peer educator training, and actively participate in the promotion of services through targeted community engagement efforts.

Credentials: Candidates must possess a BA degree in social work or related field plus 2 years’ relevant work experience in sexual health counseling and support services. Minimum Salary: $52K

The Housing Case Manager is responsible for providing housing advocacy and placement services to PLHIV. Client-centered services include housing needs assessments, apartment finding, negotiating leases with landlords and/ or real estate brokers, escorting tenants to housing court, and providing ongoing support in maintaining quality housing. Strong time management, organizational and advocacy skills required. Currently there are two vacancies.

Credentials: Candidates must possess an associate degree in social work or related field, plus 2 years’ minimum practical experience. Knowledge of public entitlements and HUD housing guidelines is essential. Minimum Salary: $52K