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Queens Defenders is seeking an experienced attorney to join and lead a dedicated team of attorneys, paralegals, housing advocates and navigators to provide 1,500 individuals facing eviction with free, high-quality legal and holistic representation in Queens Housing Court. About Queens Defenders Founded in 1996, Queens Defenders is a leading Public Defender Organization providing high-quality, holistic representation for indigent community members in Queens, NY - New York City’s most diverse borough and one of the most diverse locales in the world. We give life to our mission through our core values: a commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and professional environment; relentless in our pursuit of justice; unwavering in our commitment to excellence in the courtroom and in the community; client-centered and holistic in our representation, advocacy, and support services; respectful of the individuals with whom we interact. At Queens Defenders, dedicated teams of criminal defense attorneys, immigration lawyers, housing attorneys, social workers, investigators, and client-support specialists come together to tirelessly champion justice for each and every client. Our highly skilled staff of 290, serves and positively impacts the lives of thousands of individuals annually through this collaborative and supportive approach. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is an attorney with housing court or other relevant experience who is admitted to the New York State Bar or can be admitted through reciprocity. The candidate will possess a demonstrable background in public interest work, and a commitment to the mission of Queens Defenders. We are seeking individuals with strong self-motivation, and excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to lead a team of attorneys, social workers, paralegals, and housing advocates and navigators. The supervising attorney will also be tasked with leading a team of attorneys, social workers, paralegals, and housing advocates and navigators by effectively communicating expectations, goals, and the QD way while fostering an open environment that facilitates communication. A commitment to producing high-quality work in a timely manner is essential. Familiarity with relevant housing court practice is preferred. Essential Duties/Responsibilities · Supervise staff attorneys and a team of support professionals to ensure the clients receive the best legal representation · Coordinate intake and respond to client, community, and staff concerns · Monitor and maintain a high standard of holistic representation and client service · Analyze legal issues, develop legal strategy, and supervise the implementation of legal strategies · Represent clients by maintaining a caseload and co-counseling with staff attorneys · Develop and maintain community support and relationships with community-based organizations and resources, government agencies, elected officials, and the courts · Develop and maintain productive work environment · Conduct community education, training, and outreach to promote the work of the office · Other duties as assigned Qualifications · Juris Doctor with at least 8 to 10 years or more of legal and supervisory experience and practice · Admission to New York Bar (or the ability to be admitted through reciprocity) · Prior supervisory experience preferred · Demonstrated commitment to public interest or pro bono work · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Excellent litigation skills · Ability to lead and motivate. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure · Ability to work with highly confidential and privileged information · Ability to work in a collaborative, holistic team model · Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, but not required Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Queens Defenders values diversity and believes that a diverse staff is best placed to represent our borough, which derives its beauty from being one of the most diverse locales in the world. To best serve our clientele, model the place in which we practice, and to cultivate the best environment possible, we welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, thoughts, perspectives, and experiences. We also provide all staff members with professional development and advancement opportunities because the more diverse and inclusive we are the more collaborative and supportive we are. For more information about our office generally. Salary Salary Commensurate with Experience Benefits Queens Defenders believes in attracting and retaining exceptional talent committed to serving our clients. Benefits include: health insurance (including dental and vision insurance), FSA/HSA, generous paid time off, parental leave, disability and life insurance, and 401 (k) contributions. As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, Queens Defenders prohibits discriminatory employment actions against and treatment of its employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived race or color, size (including bone structure, body size, height, shape, and weight), religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity (one’s internal deeply-held sense of one’s gender which may be the same or different from one’s sex assigned at birth); gender expression (the representation of gender as expressed through, for example, one’s name, choice of pronouns, clothing, haircut, behavior, voice or body characteristics; gender expression may not conform to traditional gender-based stereotypes assigned to specific gender identities), disability, marital status, relationship and family structure (including domestic partnerships, polyamorous families and individuals, chosen family, platonic co-parents, and multigenerational families), genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest, or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law.

JOB TITLE: Patient Care Coordinator STATUS: ☐ Exempt ☒ Non-Exempt DIRECT REPORTS: ☐ YES ☒ NO REPORTS TO: Operations Program Manager CLINICAL: ☒ YES ☐ NO DEPARTMENT: Operations JOB SITE: All MMD Centers ** PRIMARY PURPOSE** Represent the company as the center’s first point of contact, greeting patients and key stakeholders upon entry into the center and via phone and digital communications. Accurately complete patient registration, insurance verification and patient collections. Drive a positive patient experience through execution of clinical and administrative duties. ** ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES** Primarily accountable for specific functions and results. Ranked by descending order of importance. Not exhaustive and subject to change as necessary RANK ESSENTIAL FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Clinical Responsibilities Approximately 80% 1. Greet patients upon entering the center. 2. Register patients for visits carefully and efficiently. 3. Verify patient insurance and collect patient payments accurately. 4. Answer and route phone calls, taking and delivering messages as needed. 5. Respond to and resolve patient questions and issues, as needed. 6. Document patient information in the EMR accurately and completely. 7. Direct patient throughput and flow in the waiting area, engaging in patient service recovery, as needed. Administrative Responsibilities Approximately 15% 1. Organize office supplies at the front desk according to company best practice, restocking as needed. 2. Ensure the cleanliness and appearance of the waiting area for patients. 3. Complete daily procedure checklists. 4. Maintain 100% compliance with company trainings and policies. 5. Welcome new team members and provide support, as needed. 6. Engage in local marketing and marketing events, as needed. 7. Respond to and execute on email communications timely. Additional Responsibilities/Cross-Training Approximately 5% 1. Assist with intake duties when back-office staff are not available, including but not limited to: a. Collecting vitals, physical stats, and medical history. b. Performing point-of-care testing. c. Retrieving lab and ancillary test results for review by provider. d. Documenting any clinical services performed in the EMR. e. Ensuring patients are roomed, examined, and discharged timely. 2. Additional responsibilities as assigned. LICENSES & CERTIFICATES N/A – No licenses or certifications required. ** ** ** EDUCATION, COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE** 1. High school diploma or equivalent (minimum required). 2. Minimum of one (1) years’ experience working in a customer service setting, preferably in healthcare. 3. Strong customer service skills with a friendly and positive/enthusiastic presentation. 4. Strong attention to detail while maintaining a high level of organization. 5. Ability to work effectively with multiple managers and key stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. 6. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and diplomacy skills – team player who takes initiative and maintains a professional demeanor across all interactions. 7. Fluency in Spanish, Bengali, Arabic, Creole, French, or Hindi, a plus. ** PHYSICAL DEMANDS** Computer work which may require repetitive motions and remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time Positioning, transporting, and/or installation of equipment or materials with weight load of up to 25lbs Traverse across different areas of the office/clinic and/or to different office/clinic locations Observation of details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) ** EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT** ModernMD is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. ModernMD makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I have reviewed this job description and understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified in this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or a member of the Human Resources staff. I further understand that future performance evaluations and merit increases to my pay are based on my ability to perform the duties and responsibilities outline in this job description to the satisfaction of my immediate supervisor.

Bronxworks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and is guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 37 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct services to clients, including intake, engagement, assessment, referral, service plan development and follow-ups. Attend monthly Community board, NYPD and other stakeholder’s meetings to promote program, center activities or events. Monitor and recruit interns and volunteers Monitor and document client progress toward service plan goals. Will increase Pyramid Community Service Program community engagement and assist Director with creating engaging programming to enhance Pyramid Community Service Program awareness. Will conduct in-house audits on files and facility to make sure we complies with DOH and DYCD. Document all interactions with, or on behalf of, clients. Build community partnerships to strengthen center’s community resources. Provide general clerical support, including filing, faxing, word processing, typing, photocopying, and data entry. Answer telephones, take messages and direct calls to the appropriate parties. Report to, and meet with, supervisor on a monthly basis. Complete program reports on a monthly basis or more frequently as required. Assist with special projects as required. Perform additional duties as assigned by Director. QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or equivalent credential required. A minimum of 1-years of relevant work experience. Proficiency in English required; proficiency in a second language preferred. Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods. Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time. Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork. Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents. Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation. Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work. BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity, and in accordance with federal, state and local laws, does not discriminate unlawfully against employees and applicants for employment on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, military status, national origin (including ancestry), predisposing genetic characteristic, race, sex, gender, actual or perceived sexual orientation (including actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality and asexuality), status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination.

Up to $1,000 Sign On Bonus Locations in Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Port Jervis, Queens, Rockland, Staten Island, Westchester Various Shifts available: 7am - 3pm, 3pm - 11pm, 11pm - 7am At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services—core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. The New York Foundling has served people with developmental disabilities since 1974, beginning with children and gradually expanding services to all ages, including the growing population of elders with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Division strives to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live as they choose, actively engaged in the community, pursuing their goals and interests through a choice of supported residential options, health services, meaningful activities, and employment opportunities. The New York Foundling has served people with developmental disabilities since 1974, beginning with children and gradually expanding services to all ages, including the growing population of elders with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Division strives to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live as they choose, actively engaged in the community, pursuing their goals and interests through a choice of supported residential options, health services, meaningful activities, and employment opportunities. - Ensure appropriate supervision, health and safety of individuals; Implement Individual Plan of Protective Oversight. - Advocate for individuals in the community (medical appointments, church, recreation activities etc.). - Ensure individual’s plan of care is implemented. - Ensure that individual medication is administered as prescribed. - Assist in daily living skills (e.g. personal hygiene, food preparation, house keeping, laundry, shopping) - Maintain facility in compliance with the OPWDD and COA standards. - Facilitate individual’s learning and skill training in fire safety. - Implementation and documentation of individual’s goals. - Complete daily progress notes and other individual logs. - Maintain updated certifications in CPR/first aid, SCIP, and AMAP. - Provide atmosphere conducive to positive behavior. - Observe, report regressive and unusual behavior and work cooperatively with clinical staff. - Planning and preparing balanced meals. - Cleaning and maintaining of the residential unit. - Assist individuals with the purchase of groceries, clothing, hygiene supplies and other items needed. - Attends appropriate workshops, trainings, and meetings. - Assist in providing spiritual development. - Assist in providing ethical and moral values. - Transport and escort individuals on recreational activities, medical appointment, home visits, etc. - Assist in development of social skills. - Remain on shift until your relief has arrived. - Complete job related tasks as needed. Salary Range: $18.23 - $19.03/hour The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Qualifications - AMAP, SCIP, CPR, and First Aid Certifications preferred. - Valid NY/NJ/CT/PA Driver’s License with 6 points or less required. - Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities. - Demonstrated strong commitment to safety. - Education Required - High School / G.E.D.

ANIBIC empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they can live their best lives as independently as possible! ANIBIC is looking for an RN to join our team! We need a Registered Nurse who will provide medical care and oversight for about 20 people in our residential IRA program. Currently, the caseload for the RN will consist of individuals who are ambulatory, verbal, and generally independent and healthy. REQUIREMENTS: - Must be willing and able to travel to Regal Park and Briarwood and other surrounding areas of Queens, NY. - NY State Registered Nurse licensure - Must have valid driver's license and be able to commute in order to perform job responsibilities. - Excellent verbal & written communication and organizational skills - Prior experience working with ID/DD population in an OPWDD governed program preferred. - Experience providing training to Direct Support Professionals regarding medical care standards. THIS IS THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR : - An RN with experience serving the ID/DD population in OPWDD Certified programs. - An experienced RN who is burned out from providing consistent, high intensity medical care throughout their career. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Ensure medical care and appropriate medical follow-up for indiduals with intellectual disabilities. - Make weekly visits to assigned residences for individual medical monitoring and review of all medical reports, visit forms, diagnostic tests and laboratory results. - Oversee medication administration and perform reconciliation. - Provide initial and ongoing supervision/training/support to unlicensed direct support professionals on individual medical conditions and in all nursing tasks and or functions that they perform (ie. Medication Administration (AMAP Certifications), etc.); - Periodically review that the performance of unlicensed staff is consistent with standards of care and training. - Accompany individuals on critical medical appointments in order to enhance communication and coordination of needed medical services. - Attend meetings as a member of the interdisciplinary team to discuss individualized support plans. - Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and nursing practices. - Provide on-site training as needed to other program areas (ie. Day Program Services, etc.). - Light on-call responsibilities. FULL-TIME RN'S WITH ANIBIC GET THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: - Low-Cost, High Quality Healthcare Insurance - Paid Time Off (Sick, Personal, Holidays) which advances work / life balance. - Life Insurance - Dental / Vision Insurance - 403(B) / Retirement - Paid training - Disability insurance - Supplemental insurance opportunities - An inclusive and diverse team environment - If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply. ANIBIC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, familial status, military status, disability and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

Special Education Teacher- New York City The International Academy for the Brain (iBRAIN-Academy) is one of the largest braininjury special education programs in the world. iBRAIN-Academy’s mission is to research, develop, and implement special education and related services for school-aged (3 to 21 years of age) students, as well as the development of a fully-inclusive education model, predicated on our Common Planning and Clinical-Educational Grand Rounds Model. iBRAIN-Academy is headquartered in New York City with current locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Washington, D.C. iBRAIN is expanding to add an out-patient clinic (iBRAINCenter), as well as growing its research efforts for the brain injury and brain-based disorders community (iBRAIN-Institute). Position Title: Special Education Teacher Salary Range: $65,000-$80,000 (based on years of experience) Reports to: Deputy Director of Special Education; Director of Special Education Job Type: Full time (in person; no remote/hybrid) Position Summary: The Special Education Teacher at iBRAIN-Academy, under the direction of the Deputy Director of Special Education and Director of Special Education, is a licensed professional and an integral part of the multidisciplinary team that serves iBRAIN-Academy students. This individual provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities, functions as the principal of the classroom, and evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives as it pertains to annual IEPs and quarterly progress reports. The Special Education Teacher also participates as part of the multidisciplinary team in Clinical-Educational Grand Rounds. Location(s): New York (Manhattan or Brooklyn; iBRAIN-Academy campus.