Engagement Associate - DEIB Job at Cayuga, New York, NY

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  • Cayuga
  • New York, NY

Job Description

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Job Description:

Cayuga Centers is hiring immediately for Engagement Associate, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)

Earn: $30.00/hour

Location: New York, NY

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families in our community!

About Cayuga Centers

Cayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agency dedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care, and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Founded in 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of delivering high-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youth and families. We have 22 offices across 8 states and serve over 17,000 individuals and families annually. Join us!

At Cayuga Centers, we embrace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). We do this by taking a firm stance against hatred, inequality, bias, and injustice. We do this by providing our staff with the training, coaching, and resources necessary to grow and serve with cultural humility, acceptance, and understanding. We are responsive to the diverse needs of those we serve and staff, and are committed to ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued, and a sense of belonging.

Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicant based on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

About the Program and Position:

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) department is focused on and dedicated to Cayuga Centers being an agency that represents an expanse of identities, is equity-centered, welcoming, and inclusive, and where everyone is valued, engaged, respected, and proud to work.

The Engagement Associate plays an integral role in planning and implementing DEIB initiatives agency-wide, particularly efforts focused on staff and other stakeholder engagement. One position will be based in New York City, and one position in Miami Lakes, FL with occasional travel to other agency locations.

How you get to use your skills…

Cultivate positive relationships and effective collaborations with staff across the agency

Develop, plan, and implement staff engagement activities

Create DEIB-focused content for DEIB Sharepoint page and other internal media

Support and serve as a member of the DEIB Council

Research best practices and approaches to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, justice, and accessibility in the workplace and beyond

Schedule: Non-Exempt

Regular hours entail Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm, business hours; Must be flexible to meet program needs

In-person, in office, Monday - Friday

Travel outside of work hours to various hubs

Experience and Skills:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Interest in and knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, justice, and accessibility concepts and terminology

Experience in project management

Experience in content development

Strong skills in the Google Workspace

Ability to be flexible and adapt to present conditions

Ability to handle confidential information in a responsible manner

Ability to maintain and uphold professional boundaries

Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally

Ability to work effectively and patiently with others in challenging or stressful situations

Ability to travel to other agency locations as required

Valid state Driver’s License - Required

Physical Requirements:

Word processing: Including responding to emails, composing letters, completing computerized charting

Benefits

120 hours of Vacation Time, 12 sick days per year

10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment Time

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pet and Legal Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSA, Transit, and Parking savings accounts

Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhanced short-term disability benefits

401(k) match up to 6%

Corporate Discounts Program

Sick Leave Pool

Identity Protection

Why Cayuga Centers?

Certified Great Place to Work ®   

Workplace Wellness Award Finalist

Council on Accreditation (COA) Accredited

Implement best practices and evidence-based interventions

Committed to employee professional development and advancement

We embrace change, innovation, and opportunities

Our diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respect

Large and growing national footprint

Job Tags

Holiday work, Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Monday to Friday,

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