Public Health Specialist, Home Visiting Program

5 days ago


Jamaica, New York, United States New York City, NY Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Public Health Specialist to join our team in the Home Visiting Program. This role will involve conducting home visits to eligible mothers, delivering prenatal and post-partum health education, and assessing the home environment for health hazards such as lead. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in health education, experience working with vulnerable populations, and excellent communication skills.

About Us

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is dedicated to protecting and improving the health of all New Yorkers. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide range of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives.

Responsibilities

* Conduct home visits to eligible mothers and deliver prenatal and post-partum health education using a standard curriculum, referral, and data collection process
* Provide assessments, instruction, and health education on maternal and infant health, including breastfeeding, safe sleep, mental health, and chronic illness
* Conduct assessments of the home environment for health hazards such as lead and make appropriate referrals for follow-up
* Collect, monitor, input, review, and track data on case assignments
* Assess and connect families to internal program specialists and community resources
* Make post-visit phone calls to ensure follow-up with external referrals has been made
* Visit community-based and clinical providers to identify and offer visits to eligible families
* Participate in marketing programs through community events, conduct neighborhood health assessments, and assist senior management in other assignments

Requirements

* A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by twelve semester credits in health education, or in health, social, or biological sciences;
* Six months of full-time satisfactory experience in a health promotion or disease intervention/prevention program, performing one or more of the following: interviewing, conducting field investigations, assessing health risks, making referrals, or collecting and analyzing epidemiological data;
* Or equivalent combination of education and experience;
* And residency in New York City within 90 days of appointment, except for City Employees who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County.

Benefits

* Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience;
* Comprehensive benefits package, including premium-free health insurance, pension plan, tax-deferred savings program, and work-from-home policy;
* Opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and certification programs;
* Collaborative and supportive work environment;
* Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance;

Why Work for Us?

* As a Public Health Specialist with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of New Yorkers;
* You will work in a dynamic and supportive environment with a talented team of professionals committed to public health;
* You will have access to cutting-edge training and resources to enhance your skills and knowledge;
* You will be part of a department that values diversity, equity, and inclusion and strives to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

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