Hybrid Bilingual Program Specialist—Outreach & Restorative

Arab-American Family Support Center; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arab-American Family Support Center (AAFSC) in New York City is seeking a dedicated Program Specialist for its innovative Respect and Responsibility Program. This role involves engaging with participants, facilitating groups, and providing case management services. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in social work or psychology, excellent communication skills, and fluency in Arabic, Bangla, Spanish, and/or Urdu.

Join us in empowering individuals through trauma-informed interventions and uphold our commitment to restorative justice principles.

Qualifications

• Understanding of domestic and gender-based violence dynamics.
• Experience in restorative justice and violence intervention.
• Commitment to trauma-informed engagement practices.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and engagement activities.
• Facilitate group sessions for participants.
• Provide case management and referrals.
• Develop in-house data collection systems.

Skills

Excellent communication

Facilitation skills

Interpersonal skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in Bangla

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in Urdu

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Apricot or other case note management systems

Job description

The Arab-American Family Support Center (AAFSC) in New York City is seeking a dedicated Program Specialist for its innovative Respect and Responsibility Program. This role involves engaging with participants, facilitating groups, and providing case management services. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in social work or psychology, excellent communication skills, and fluency in Arabic, Bangla, Spanish, and/or Urdu.

Join us in empowering individuals through trauma-informed interventions and uphold our commitment to restorative justice principles.