Program Assistant - Libertas Center for Human Rights

Job Description: 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 treatment center for survivors of torture and human rights violations. The Program Assistant reports to the Operations Director and works closely with the Data & Program Coordinator, Executive Director and Clinical Director. This position plays a key role in data collection and analysis and overall program administration. Successful candidates will have strong project and data management skills, excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility with shifting priorities, proactive problem‑solving, and a deep interest in human rights. Responsibilities Administrative Responsibilities Assist the Libertas team in ensuring that the medical, mental health, social and legal needs of survivors of torture are being met in a comprehensive and efficient manner Provide administrative support to program and clinical staff Create a welcoming, nonjudgemental environment for Libertas Center clients Prepare and process check requests, purchase orders, travel requests and travel reimbursement Assist with tracking and maintaining program budgets Coordinate new and ongoing IRB studies, ensuring timely IRB renewal submissions; participate in collaborative research and data projects. Perform other special projects or other duties as requested Data & Quality Assurance Responsibilities Enter, clean and manage data; prepare internal data reports Develop and maintain program database including entering client data Assist in the preparation of data reports to funding agencies Development & Communications Responsibilities Enhance organizational fundraising and communications strategies Cultivate new funding opportunities including from individual, foundation and corporate funders, as well as federal, state and local government opportunities Plan and execute annual reports and fundraising events Assist in the preparation of narrative reports to funding agencies Assist with tracking and managing relationships with partner organizations Qualifications Bachelor of Arts or Science Experience with data management and analysis, and comfort with a variety of databases Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including designing Pivot Tables and utilizing formulas for data analysis Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite Knowledge of and experience with website, communications and design platforms such as Mailchimp, Squarespace, Canva and WordPress Familiarity and experience with REDCap preferred Skills Highly detail‑oriented, organized and reliably able to conduct tasks without the need for significant oversight Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to address challenges of a wide variety with creativity, initiative, and resourcefulness Maturity, ability to calmly and respectfully navigate challenging situations, and successfully meet responsibilities with professionalism Proven ability to work as a team player and be responsive to guidance and feedback while maintaining a positive work environment Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced collaborative team, where time management and effective communication are essential Demonstrated cultural humility and responsiveness with immigrant communities and/or other vulnerable populations, and a willingness to examine topics of power and structural oppression Demonstrated interest in learning about strengths‑based case management and trauma‑informed health care Familiarity with human rights and/or global health fields Schedule Full‑time; In‑person with the option of one remote day per week (subject to change). Location Elmhurst Hospital, 79‑01 Broadway, Annex G, 5th Floor, Queens, NY 11373 Equal Opportunity Employer The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Compensation Salary range: $28.64 – $34.27 hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range does not include bonuses, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Morningside