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PEN America, a growing nonprofit organization that stands at the intersection of literature and human rights, seeks a program assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the Freedom to Write Center and Kronika. This is a full-time, union-eligible position based in New York and reports to the Managing Director of the PEN/Barbey Freedom to Write Center. This early-career position offers a significant opportunity for professional growth in a role that will expose the incumbent to all aspects of PEN America’s international work. Ideal for a motivated entry-level professional who is passionate about literature, human rights, and freedom of expression, this role will support a growing team by providing administrative and logistical support. The successful candidate will be committed to PEN America’s mission as a human rights and free expression organization and be passionate about supporting writers at risk and protecting endangered materials. The successful candidate...

About the Program We support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of community-based living options as they pursue independence, live with dignity, and engage as full members of their communities. In a world that is not equally optimized for everyone’s success, we believe   every   person is entitled to receive resources, supports, and opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. HopeWell’s adult programs support individuals toward leading happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives, whether they are living with a caregiver in a high-quality Shared Living placement, or independently in the community while receiving In Home Support services. Staff develop partnerships with individuals and caregivers centered around individuals’ needs and interests that evolve as they age. Who We Are Looking For HopeWell’s growing home and community-based adult programs are seeking a passionate change-maker to join our dedicated team. We’re looking for an...

About the Program We support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of community-based living options as they pursue independence, live with dignity, and engage as full members of their communities. In a world that is not equally optimized for everyone’s success, we believe every person is entitled to receive resources, supports, and opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. HopeWell’s Adult Programs support individuals toward leading happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives that align with their life goals and promote integration into their community. Shared Living program participants live in high quality placements where staff develop partnerships with individuals and caregivers centered around individuals’ needs and interests that evolve as they age. In Home Supports program participants live independently, and many of them are parenting independently as well. Staff collaborate with individuals to build skills that align with their life goals and...