Community Engagement

Job Description

The Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW) seeks to eliminate racial and other inequities resulting in premature mortality. With an unwavering grounding in history and structural analysis, CHECW works to increase visibility of the harm perpetuated by centuries of racist, socially unjust policy while pushing towards redress for the most impacted NYC communities. CHECW addresses inequity across community and healthcare systems in partnership with community, faith-based, and health care organizations. CHECW's work focuses on social determinants of health, including environmental and commercial determinants, and addresses both upstream and downstream factors to improve health and well being of New Yorkers. CHECW is comprised of the Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention, the Bureau of Health Equity Capacity Building, the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems and the Bureau of Finance, Administration and Services.

The division's Deputy Commissioner also serves as the Agency's Chief Medical Officer. The Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health (Harlem BNH) supports the agency's mission to protect and promote the health of all New Yorkers. Harlem BNH focuses on the structural and root causes of health disparity outcomes and develops programs to address these outcomes with input from partners and residents. Addressing the social determinants of health (SDOH), is a key focus point and is enshrined in program such as the Harlem Advocacy Partnership and the Asthma Counselor Program. Other Bureau offerings include a variety of programs and activities focused on the health and wellness of Harlem residents. The Harlem Bureau also houses the East and Central Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center, which is a key part of the NYC's effort to promote health equity and reduce health disparities in the neighborhood.

The Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health seeks to hire a Community Engagement & Partnerships Coordinator (CEPC), to establish and maintain effective relationships with key local organizations and community partners.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

Establish and maintain effective relationships with key local organizations and community partners to identify and address the health needs of underserved communities. Project management of Harlem bureau's special projects and initiatives, including the development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion projects in East and Central Harlem. Identify and assess local partnerships and provide technical assistance for development and/or partnership enhancement. Provide technical assistance and support Harlem bureau programs in their use of the Health Department's Salesforce platform, Partners Connect. Coordinate activities for partnership building and for improving community-level service coordination. Support the development of Harlem bureau outreach materials, including coordination with CHECW communications team and providing input on materials. Provide assistance and services to the community; maintain ongoing communication with community partners, local leaders and groups to explain Harlem bureau programs and initiatives. Coordinate activities for partnership with other DOHMH programs. Facilitate attending and delivering presentations and updates at community meetings and events. Supervise and train health promotion staff and interns.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Existing knowledge of Harlem community stakeholders;

Experience working with community members and organizations;

Comfortable working in a community setting with diverse populations;

Experience working in Salesforce;

Fluency in Mandarin, Cantonese, and/or Spanish;

Strong coordination and organizational skills;

Detail oriented, able to manage projects and work independently;

Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent customer-service skills;

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;

Why you should work for us:

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.

o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.

o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.

o a tax-deferred savings program and

o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array 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. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or

2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Salary Min: $ 60,889.00

Salary Max: $ 85,000.00