YRC Region 6 Community Council: Job Opportunities/Fellowships

FYI -- Job Opportunities/Fellowships

**Health Educator/MPowerment Coordinator, Vida/SIDA – Chicago, IL
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/N9CdMFKZfPbD/

**Health Educator, CLOCC – Chicago, IL

More information here: http://bit.ly/mXyrno

**Executive Director, Cream City Foundation – Milwaukee, WI

Cream City Foundation (CCF) is a 501(c)3 public foundation serving as a catalyst for social change in Southeastern Wisconsin by providing grants to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) programs and organizations. For more information on Cream City Foundation please visit www.creamcityfoundation.org.

Applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Mairita Smiltars at mairita@lmcalpine.com with the subject line “Cream City Foundation.” Interested candidates should apply no later than October 31, 2011 by 5pm CST. Questions can be directed to Mairita Smiltars at mairita@lmcalpine.com.

**2012 Summer Internship at Takeda Pharmaceuticals

Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc. is currently seeking a 2012 Summer Intern for our Global Health Economics and Outcomes Research Department at Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc. in Deerfield, Illinois.

Interested students may apply online at www.takedajobs.com.

**Scholarship Opportunity in HIV Research for Minority Investigators

The HIV Prevention Trials Network (HPTN), a global network of HIV researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health, is proud to offer a one year scholarship program for early-career US minority investigators.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity please register and join us for a Webinar on October 26th.

To learn more about the scholarship program, the application process, and our current Scholars visit http://www.hptn.org/Scholars.htm

Applications are due 30 December 2011. Potential applicants are invited to attend an informational webinar on 26 October 2011.

**Youth Theater to Take A Stand Against Teen Dating Violence

We’re looking for up to six groups of youth to create a 15 minute play on the topic of healthy/unhealthy relationships in honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (February). We’ll plan the final performance event and provide any necessary education about teen dating violence. We need YOU to get your groups of youth involved! Check out the flyer and contact Colleen Norton at cnorton@betweenfriendschicago.org or 773-274-5232x26 with any questions.

**AIDS United seeks Regional Field Organizers

National HIV/AIDS policy, advocacy, and grant making organization seeks three (3) Regional Field Organizers to work with its grantees, partners, and allies to implement a coordinated national organizing strategy to mobilize grassroots state and federal HIV/AIDS-related advocacy to achieve the National HIV/AIDS Strategy goals. Regional Field Organizers will be located in Texas, Washington DC, and the Southeast U.S.

Applications must include: Cover letter, resume and salary requirements and should be submitted to jobs@aidsunited.org with “Regional Organizer” in the subject line (note that subject line must be exactly as stated in order for your application to process correctly). Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls please.

**Bilingual Health Educator, Center on Halsted – Chicago, IL

In a safe and nurturing environment, the Center on Halsted serves as a catalyst for the LGBT community that links and provides resources and enriches life experience.

Application Instructions: In your cover letter, please address the following questions: (1) Describe your experience and/or understanding of confidential client-centered services, especially as related to HIV testing and counseling; (2) Describe what it would be like for you to give HIV testing clients a positive test result.

Apply by email with the subject Bilingual Health Educator. Send resume, cover letter, and history/requirements to: Jill Dispenza, Director, HIV/AIDS/STD Hotline and HIV Testing & Prevention, healthjobs@centeronhalsted.org

**Bilingual Health Educator/Therapist, Center on Halsted – Chicago, IL

This position offers a unique clinical experience, well-suited for a clinician early in their career looking to gain expertise in multiple areas with a diverse population.

Application Instructions: Join our exciting and professional team at Center on Halsted. In your cover letter, please address the following questions: (1) Describe your experience and/or understanding of confidential client-centered services, especially as related to HIV testing and counseling; (2) Describe what it would be like for you to give HIV testing clients a positive test result.

Apply by email with the subject Bilingual Health Educator/Therapist. Send resume, cover letter, and history/requirements to: Jill Dispenza, Director, HIV/AIDS/STD Hotline and HIV Testing & Prevention, healthjobs@centeronhalsted.org

**AHEC Center Director, Health & Medicine Policy Research Group – Chicago, IL

Health & Medicine Policy Research Group (HMPRG) is currently seeking a full-time AHEC Center Director to join our seven person staff. HMPRG has a thirty year history of promoting health justice in Chicago and Illinois through research, education, policy development, and collaboration. The Chicago AHEC is part of a newly formed network throughout Illinois that will promote programs that address the development and retention of the state’s health workforce. Visit www.hmprg.org for more information about the organization.

Email a cover letter and resume to: officemanager@hmprg.org

**Beloit College seeks tenure-track candidate in the Department of Political Science – Beloit, WI

Beloit College seeks a tenure-track candidate for a position in health policy, public policy, and quantitative methods, to be located in the Department of Political Science. The successful candidate will serve as core faculty to the interdisciplinary Health and Society major. We invite candidates who specialize in U.S. health policy, which may extend into global health. The 3-2 teaching load requires annually a course each on quantitative methods and health policy. Regular offerings will include a community-based practicum course, a senior capstone, and courses on health issues such as health disparities, epidemiology, and the geographies of health.

Located in a diverse community close to Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago, Beloit College is a highly selective liberal arts college of approximately 1250 students from 48 states and 40 countries. The college emphasizes excellence in teaching, learning beyond the traditional classroom, international perspectives, and collaborative research among students and faculty. Recognized as one of the Colleges that Change Lives, Beloit is committed to the educational benefits of diversity in our learning community and encourages all interested individuals meeting the criteria of the described position to apply.

The position requires an ABD in political science, public policy, public health, or geography; Ph.D. preferred. Special consideration will be given to candidates with interests in U.S. race and ethnic politics or social or environmental justice. For full consideration, submit c.v., evidence of strength in health policy, a 1-page statement of teaching, a 1-page research statement, and 3 letters of recommendation by October 22, 2011 to poliscihealth@beloit.edu.

**Howard Brown Health Center Positions – Chicago, IL

View position listings here: http://www.howardbrown.org/hb_careers.asp

**Apostolic Faith Church Job Connection

Log on to the AFC Job Connection, a customized web application that connects employers and job seekers. Visit www.afcchicago.org and click on “AFC Job Connection”

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