The Momentum Project, Inc.

322 Eighth Avenue

New York, NY 10001

Tel: 212-691-8100

Fax: 212-691-2960

momentum@themomentumproject.org

 

 

Momentum receives many inquiries about employment. Unfortunately we are not able to respond to all of them. If your skills and qualifications match our needs we will contact you for an interview; if not, we will keep your resume on file and contact you when an appropriate position becomes available.

 

We are currently seeking an individuals to fill the following positions:

 

1. Food/Site SERVICES MANAGER

2. Cook/Chef

3. Nurse (Consultant)

4. pastoral Care Consultants

5. HOUSING ADVOCATE

 


Food/Site SERVICES MANAGER

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the coordination, monitoring and evaluation of all operations to provide foods and supplies necessary for best possible use of the food programs and other supportive services.

  • Responsible for liaison with linkages, with government food programs, as well as with donating individuals and organizations. To ensure smooth operations.

  • Responsible for providing sites with daily paperwork needed. Examples include but not limited to DOH agreements, cleanup sheets, weekly menus, monthly calendars, etc.

  • Coordinate with the Director of Food/ Site Services to develop annual plan.

  • Coordinates with Nutritionist, and Executive Chef in all appropriate areas of Food/ Site operations.

  • To work with site registration as needed

  • Responsible for the proper training, evaluation and supervision of all Site Coordinators.

  • Responsible for the daily as well as vacation coverage of all Site Coordinators.

  • Responsible for the prompt delivery of paperwork included, but not limited to inventories, stock usage sheets, and invoices.

  • Coordinate with the Dir. of Food/Site Services to analyze and implement new systems as related to Food Services and Site Operations.

 

Qualifications

BS with minimum of 5 years experience in non-profit administration supervisory skills, organizational skills and time-management skills.  Flexibility.  Some knowledge of HIV/AIDS issues.  Familiarity with purchasing procedures. Computer skills and willingness to learn. Dedication to mission and ability to adapt.

 

Benefits

Competitive salary with excellent benefits.  Three weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 11 holidays. Choice of HMO or PPO from Oxford & HealthPass with HIP, PHS/HealthNet, or GHI & comprehensive dental insurance; no premium contributions for individual HMO coverage or dental coverage.  Profit sharing, matching 401(k), TransitChek and direct deposit.

 

To apply please send Cover Letter, Resume, References and Salary History to:

Attn: Human Resources

The Momentum Project, Inc.

322 Eighth Avenue

New York, NY 10001

Fax: 212-691-2960

Email: resumes@themomentumproject.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Equal Employment Opportunity

People of color/LGBT are encouraged to apply

 


 

COOK/CHEF

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibility of the Chef is to prepare site meals in cooperation with the Director of Food/Site Services.  The Chef is reports to the Dir. of Food/Site Services.

  • Execute detailed assigned menus, utilizing provided ingredients in accordance with direction from the Director of Food Service and in compliance with all New York City Department of Health regulations.

  • Prepare and supervise all significant primary recipe ingredients including, but not limited to: washing, coring, paring, and slicing of ingredients.

  • Enforce the basic principles of good nutrition and food safety/sanitization as related to specific site operations.

  • Monitor site inventory and advise supervisor of inventory status including need for supplies to operate and maintain day-to-day kitchen operations.

  • Coordinate with site coordinators for timely and appropriate meal delivery.

  • Supervising kitchen volunteers during site operations in preparation and delivery of meals.

  • Act as a representative of Momentum in the community to create positive visibility and promote the support of others.

  • Contribute to interdepartmental collaboration to enhance overall program effectiveness.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School graduate.  Minimum two years in food preparation and cooking.  Must have the ability to work independently and under time-constraint pressures.  Good supervisory skills.  Flexible.  Familiarity with HIV/AIDS nutrition issues a plus.  New York State Food Handlers Permit is required.  Computer literate.

 

Benefits:

Competitive salary with excellent benefits, Three weeks vacation, three personal days, 11 holidays

Choice of HMO or PPO from HealthPass with HIP, Horizon, PHS/Health Net, or GHI. Oxford HMO/PPO

Comprehensive dental insurance, no premium contributions for individual HMO coverage or dental coverage.

Profit sharing, matching 401(k), voluntary participation in 403(b).  Transit Check and Direct Deposit.

 

To apply please send Cover Letter, Resume, Salary History to:

Attn: Human Resources

The Momentum Project, Inc.

322 Eighth Avenue

New York, NY 10001

Fax: 212-691-2960

Email: resumes@themomentumproject.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Equal Employment Opportunity

People of color/LGBT are encouraged to apply

 


 

Nurse (Consultant)

 

Responsibilities:

The position provides individual and group counseling & education to clients regarding HIV-related problems & other physical/psychosocial responses to HIV disease and its treatment.  The Consultant Nurse reports to the Nursing/Health Education Coordinator/RN Supervisor.

  • Through outreach, referral & counseling, evaluate individual client’s perceived health status and status changes.

  • Educate clients in order to assist clients to develop and implement health-promoting & effective coping behavior.

  • Assist clients with self-assessment of health status in order to provide clients with information about treatments available & how to access them.

  • Promote continuity of care by facilitating access to other community health-care resources.

  • Support staff efforts to promote primary prevention.

  • Provide periodic updates to staff regarding advances in knowledge about HIV pathologies & treatments.

  • Keep current with client contact sheets/charting, time sheets.

  • Participate in “Quality Assurance.” / monthly supervision

 

Qualifications:

RN plus minimum of three years experience in HIV/AIDS services.  Bi-lingual a plus.  Ability to write and communicate effectively.  Familiarity & skill in working with diverse communities within a multi-disciplinary team. Must have personal malpractice insurance policy.  Flexibility!

 

To apply please send Cover Letter, Resume, Salary History & Insurance Papers to:

Attn: Human Resources

The Momentum Project, Inc.

322 Eighth Avenue

New York, NY 10001

Fax: 212-691-2960

Email: resumes@themomentumproject.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Equal Employment Opportunity

People of color/LGBT are encouraged to apply

 


 

pastoral Care Consultants

 

Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of the Consultant/intern is to deliver spiritual care to people with HIV/AIDS, who are clients of the Momentum Project, Inc.  The Pastoral Care consultants report to the Coordinator of SW Services.

  • To service clients at assigned sites, providing active listening and spiritual assistance with death/dying and grief/loss issues.

  • To provide presence/reflection during circle gatherings, consistent with agency Mission Statement and department guidelines.

  • To facilitate support groups where appropriate.

  • To work as a member of the Client Services interdisciplinary team and with other Momentum staff (paid and volunteer), making and receiving referrals and consulting as appropriate to ensure coordinated and quality care for clients.

  • Participate in scheduled supervision for purposes of communication, professional support, accountability and increased department/agency effectiveness.

  • To submit to the Coordinator of SW Services accurate weekly Contact/PIE sheets on encounters with clients, documenting levels of service. Submit biweekly time sheets to Team Leader.

  • To display professional standards/behavior that enforces and upholds the policies of the organization as set forth by the President and the Board of Directors.

  • Welcome to attend weekly Client Services staff meetings.

 

Qualifications:

M. Div. or equivalent, HIV/AIDS experience.  For students, at least one completed year of seminary.  Preferably, student will have completed one unit of CPE and/or a supervised ministry in HIV/AIDS.  Spanish speaking preferred.

 

To apply please send Cover Letter & Resume to:

Attn: Human Resources

The Momentum Project, Inc.

322 Eighth Avenue

New York, NY 10001

Fax: 212-691-2960

Email: resumes@themomentumproject.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Equal Employment Opportunity

People of color/LGBT are encouraged to apply

 


 

HOUSING ADVOCATE

 

Responsibilities

  • Assesses both new and old clients’ financial eligibility to determine what public benefits and entitlements are needed to sustain highest quality of life.

  • Assesses housing status on all clients and link clients to various housing services as appropriate.

  • Analyzes appropriate benefits for clients’ needs when assisting clients in completing benefit applications to correct knowledge deficits and make appropriate referrals when necessary.

  • Develops and facilitates group training programs for clients around entitlement housing, immigration and health benefits issues.

  • Participate in intake and orientation activities for new clients.

  • To attend assigned weekly or weekend sites for time determined in consultation with the Director of Client Services or the Coordinator of Social Work Services.

  • Acts as a liaison with other AIDS funded organizations to create and enhance cooperative relationships and to foster sharing of resources.

  • Attends and participates in staff meeting and assists in planning for such to address program related issues and to share information of resources.

  • Provides weekly client contact information for accurate reporting in agency database.

 

 

Qualifications

BA degree or equivalent combination of college and experience. Comprehensive knowledge of all public entitlement programs; administrative experience; Bilingual (Spanish) helpful; Ability to write and communicate effectively. Familiarity and skill in working with divers communities a multi-disciplinary team.

 

Benefits

Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package.  Paid vacation and holidays.  Fully paid life insurance, medical and dental insurance coverage, profit sharing and matching 401(k), 403(b), Direct Deposit, EAP and MetroCard.

 

To apply please send Cover Letter, Resume and Salary History to:

Attn: Human Resources

The Momentum Project, Inc.

322 Eighth Avenue

New York, NY 10001

Fax: 212-691-2960

Email: resumes@themomentumproject.org

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Equal Employment Opportunity

People of color/LGBT are encouraged to apply