Data Science Associate
Public Health Solutions job in New York, NY
Job DescriptionCompany Overview:Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (the NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the country. Our mission is to protect and improve the health of all New Yorkers, in service of a vision of a city in which all New Yorkers can realize their full health potential, regardless of who they are, how old they are, where they are from, or where they live. As a world-renowned public health agency with a history of building transformative public health programming and infrastructure, innovating in science and scholarship to advance public health knowledge, and responding to urgent public health crises - from New York City's yellow fever outbreak in 1822, to the COVID-19 pandemic - we are a hub for public health innovation, expertise, and programs, and services. We serve as the population health strategist, and policy, and planning authority for the City of New York, while also having a vast impact on national and international public policy, including 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 racial and social justice work, among others.
Job Summary:The Bureau of Data Technology and Strategy seeks a Data Science Associate to provide technical support for the application of data science to study public health outcomes and solutions. The Data Science Associate will engage in the implementation of AI/ML research tools, bringing in-house solutions to scale, and adapting developed technologies to new use cases. Problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills will be applied in the public health setting to facilitate research, advanced analytics, and operations.
The Data Science Associate will regularly interface with data engineers, data product developers, and data governance staff to integrate and maintain novel solutions into an enterprise data platform. The Data Science Associate will provide technical assistance to Agency users to promote and maintain the use of AI/ML technology solutions.
The Data Science Associate will also provide support to the Senior Research Data Scientist for proposal development including technical advisement on analytic approaches and methods, technology resource requirements, timelines, and intended outputs.
The successful candidate will be situated within a values-driven and highly collaborative work unit with strong technical and professional mentorship; professional development opportunities will be continuously available.
This position will be within the Health Department's innovative Center for Population Health Data Science (CPHDS). The CPHDS is working to strengthen citywide population health surveillance by better linking public health, healthcare, and social service data to fully characterize and improve the health of New Yorkers. Our vision is for these data tobe accessible, timely, equitable, meaningfully usable, and protected - and being actively to protect and promote health and wellbeing of New Yorkers. The selected candidate will be an employee of Public Health Solutions, a nonprofit organization which is the fiscal and administrative manager of the grant, but the work be supervised by DOHMH. This position will be based at the Health Department's office in Long Island City, NY, with the possibility of hybrid work.
Responsibilities:
Support research that strengthens public health insights and actions through the use of data scientific methods, especially reusable, scalable AI/ML methods
Identify and/or assist development of AI/ML methods and/or practices; promote them to agency's data analysts, data engineers, data scientists, and researchers through trainings and/or reports
Contribute to development of health equity-focused data products
Collaborate with CPHDS data engineers, product developers, product managers, and researchers to develop and launch public health analytic solutions for the Agency and the public health community at-large
Collaborate with internal and external researchers and analysts for various research projects
Author reports, presentations, and scientific papers based on analyses
Qualifications:
A minimum of 2 years of work experience in statistical learning development, with some work experience in the development of deep learning algorithms
High fluency in the Python programming language is required, with proficiency in one of the deep-learning frameworks PyTorch or Tensorflow
Experience in virtualization technology, particularly with working experience in cloud environments (e.g., Azure, GCP, AWS, Databricks)
Experience in the development and deployment of foundation models
Advanced knowledge and experience in data wrangling, analysis, and visualization
Knowledge of public health research and operations, including health equity
Experience developing user interfaces and dashboards, working with geospatial data a plus
Ability to work with staff at all levels and to communicate complex technical knowledge in language that is understood at every level
MS in quantitative field preferred
Benefits:
Hybrid Work Schedule.
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
College Savings Plan.
Ongoing training and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.
Additional Information:
This individual must reside in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) by their confirmed start date.
Preference may be given to individuals residing in New York City (5 boroughs) or surrounding New York State counties.
This individual will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies.
This is a temporary grant-funded position ending in November 2027
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don't have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities.
We look forward to learning more about you!
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.
Monday-Friday
Hybrid
35 Hours Per Week
Manager, Training and Technical Assistance
Public Health Solutions job in New York, NY
Public Health Solutions (PHS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit community-based organization (CBO) that has existed for 70 years to improve health equity and address health-related social needs (HRSN) for historically underserved marginalized communities. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to vulnerable families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org.
PHS administers WholeYouNYC (WYNYC), a coordinated community resource network that builds trustworthy and reliable pathways between healthcare providers, health plans and CBOs providing critical resources in the community that address the social drivers of health. WYNYC brings together over 100 organizations offering various programs - such as food, housing, employment, health insurance, and sexual health services - across all five boroughs. These services and programs make it possible for New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives and ultimately reduce health disparities and advance health equity. To date, our network has already impacted thousands of lives through community partnerships and referrals, generating millions in estimated healthcare savings.
New York State (NYS) recently announced the availability of $500M statewide to support Social Care Network (SCN) lead entities responsible for coordinating social care delivery in various regions across the state. Public Health Solutions (PHS) and our WYNYC network were awarded the role of regional SCN for Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.
This is a grant-funded position ending March 31, 2027.
Position Summary:
We seek an experienced manager to oversee WholeYouNYC-SCN's training and technical assistance activities for onboarding health-related social needs (HRSN) service providers ("network partners"). The Manager, supervised by the Director of Network Performance, will have three direct reports and will work closely with the Capacity Building team and other care delivery teams to enhance HRSN service provider SCN knowledge capacity and engagement. The Manager, Training and Technical Assistance will draw upon SCN care delivery and social services navigation expertise to ensure training and technical assistance activities maximize value for network partners.
Specifically, the Manager, Training and Technical Assistance will:
Leadership and Management
* Supervise three Training & Technical Assistance Coordinators, managing their partner portfolios, workload, and professional development.
* Foster a culture of engagement, quality, and efficiency within the SCN's partner onboarding and TTA activities.
* Serve as a subject matter expert on SCN care delivery processes, providing leadership, guidance, and best practices to network staff and partners.
Training Strategy and Curriculum Development
* Collaborate with internal teams and network partners to design, update, and implement a comprehensive SCN training curriculum.
* Lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of network partner trainings, including development of materials, scheduling, and post-training analysis.
* Develop and manage the Learning Management System (LMS) as the central repository for accessible, up-to-date training and resource materials.
* Support training tracking and data management at both the partner organization and user levels, including integration into the LMS.
Onboarding and Technical Assistance
* Oversee the SCN partner onboarding process, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless and efficient transitions onto the network.
* Design and implement a comprehensive onboarding program, including development of supporting documentation and tools.
* Plan and oversee technical assistance activities, such as partner strategy sessions, office hours, end-to-end workflow sessions, and engagement events.
* Develop and implement tailored technical assistance solutions that enhance partner knowledge capacity and readiness to participate in the SCN.
* Collaborate with the Capacity Building team to ensure smooth transitions from onboarding to live network participation.
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement
* Design and implement methods to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training and TTA initiatives.
* Collaborate with Quality Improvement & Evaluation teams to develop performance monitoring protocols for SCN care delivery activities.
* Identify performance issues and develop corrective action plans to support partner improvement.
* Document best practices and lessons learned, and recommend continuous improvement strategies for SCN training and TTA operations.
Other
* Perform other related duties, as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Bachelor's Degree preferably in public health, health education or a related field and/or equivalent.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in project management, managerial or supervisory role and/or equivalent.
* Proven professional experience developing and delivering training and/or technical assistance, preferably in a public health setting.
* Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments.
* Strong professional knowledge of effective social needs screening and referral practices.
* Understanding of the health and human services sector in NYC/NYS and related government agencies.
* Foundational knowledge of the social drivers of health (SDoH) and their impact on health outcomes.
* Excellent interpersonal skills (verbal, written and presentation).
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and dependability.
* Ability to travel occasionally across Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan.
Desired Skills:
* MPH, MPA or related Master's Degree.
* Bilingual language skills.
* Experience working with Medicaid.
* Experience working with a Learning Management System.
Benefits:
* Hybrid Work Schedule
* Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
* An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
* Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
* Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
* 403(b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
* College Savings Plan.
* Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don't have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities.
We look forward to learning more about you!
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.
Monday - Friday
9am - 5pm
35 hours per week.
GED Instructor - Math
New York, NY job
Job Description
GED Instructor, Adult Basic Education Division: Families, Community Building and Workforce Development Reports to: Deputy Director, Education Center
Status/Hours: Part-time - 18 hours per week -- Classes run Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 1:30 pm, with 12 contact hours and 6 paid prep hours per week
Salary Range: $42/hour - $42/hour
Program Description:
The Education Center provides a wide range of adult education services to the Brooklyn community. Our offerings include ESL classes, GED preparation courses, and language-supported vocational training. Additionally, the Education Center operates a Family Welcome Center, where we provide case management, wrap-around services, workforce development programming, and regular community workshops and events. Many of our students speak Spanish, Arabic, or Chinese as their first language.
Position Description:
The GED Instructor will be responsible for teaching GED preparation classes to adults aged 17 and older. The role involves teaching math at two levels; one lower-level math class and one higher-level math class.
Responsibilities:
Prepare students for the GED exam with instruction in math
Prepare and follow a detailed curriculum
Take daily attendance and collect examples of student work
Work collaboratively with program staff to identify and address student needs
Administer pre-tests and post-tests using TABE
Attend professional development training and seek opportunities to further develop a teaching practice
Other duties as assigned
Accountable For:
Student retention
Student outcomes
Qualifications Required:
Bachelors in Education/Art/Science or a related field
Two years teaching experience (preferably in an adult education setting)
Language skills in Spanish, Arabic, and/or Chinese are preferred
Strong computer skills
Ability to demonstrate strong time management, organizational skills, and problem solving skills
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a team
Ability to communicate effectively in the face of stress, feedback, or change
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Crisis Intervention Specialist
New York, NY job
Job Description
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Hours: Full Time - 35 hours per week - Ability to work until 8 pm, twice a week and rotating weekends
Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000
Reports to: Assistant Program Director
Position Summary: Founded in 1866, Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) empowers children and families to reach their full potential, strengthen families, and foster self-sufficiency in adults. With programs in 40 locations, BCS serves more than 20,000 individuals a year.
1921 Cortelyou is a 46 unit supportive housing program located in Flatbush Brooklyn. The Program specifically services young adults 18-25 years old with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness and have a chronic history of being unhoused. Most of the young adults living at 1921 Cortelyou are members of the LGBTQ+ community. The Program offers a safe and affirming living environment and supportive services to help our young adults to move towards long term stability. This Program is under the NY/NY 15 population C agreement and funding is being provided through the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Position Summary:
The crisis intervention specialist will respond to situations where stress, depression, or any other mental health issue may create a personal crisis including but not limited to the following: suicidal thoughts, emotional trauma, serious mental illness, anxiety, housing crisis .models the best practices of hospitality and positive culture and work enthusiastically as part of a team.
Responsibilities:
Conduct routine behavioral risk assessments and safety plans
De-escalate high risk behaviors that may be creating an unsafe environment for a client or others around them.
Provide guidance to clients in dealing with housing-related issues
Recommend appropriate Person-Centered interventions strategies.
Provide routine follow-up.
Provide supportive counseling and motivational interviewing on a short term basis
Provide crisis management support as necessary.
Facilitate one-on-one sessions and groups.
Participate in clinical team meetings
Make referrals for clients and linkages
Complete psychosocial assessments for 2010e applications.
Create Wellness Self-Management Services Plans
Serve as an advocate and liaison for person in crisis
Complete documentation in a timely manner in Apricot database
Emergency On-call rotation with Program Director and Assistant Program
Follow-up on hospital admissions and discharges
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required by Assistant Program Director
Other tasks, as may be required
Qualifications Required:
Master's in counseling, psychology, public administration or mental health required, MSW/LMSW preferred
Experience working with individuals with mental illness and substance abuse, preferably with homeless adults and at-risk populations. Experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community strongly preferred
Strong communication and organizational skills; great attention to detail
Proven ability to work with a range of people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances
Maintain client and staff confidentiality
Comfortable providing services in BCS office and tenant's apartments
Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, etc.)
Ability to work until 8 pm, twice a week and rotating weekends
Previous work experience in a social service agency or non-profit organization
Interest in working with underserved populations.
Familiarity with electronic data records systems
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OMH
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Members of the LGBTQIA+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.
Direct Support Professional - IRA
New York, NY job
Direct Support Professional (DSP) Individual Residential Alternative (IRA) Reports to: Program Director Shifts: Friday, Saturday and Sunday shift begins 12:00am and ends 8:00am (Part-Time 24 hours a week)
Salary Range: $16.50/hour - $18.00/hour
Program Summary:
IRAs provides room, board and personalized service options to individuals living with disabilities. Staff is on-site 24 hours, 7 days a week residential setting to offer support by offering life skills training, community integration activities, and medical monitoring.
Position Summary: The responsibility of the Direct Support Professional is to foster and engage individuals through a person centered approach. To empower independence through proactive training and practical experiences while involved in integrated activities in the community. Staff is assigned to 4 individuals. Complete all mandatory residential habilitation documentation within specified time frames, including but not limited to:
Responsibilities:
* Review daily log book and input all activities throughout shift into log book
* Provide supervision to assigned individuals
* Teach and assist in the maintenance, upkeep and housekeeping and cleanliness of the residence
* Follow health care treatment orders and administer medication
* Teach and reinforce fire and safety procedures
* Utilize agency vehicle to transport individuals for community outings
* Provide daily ADL training such as cooking, shopping, cleaning etc.
* Ensure all program goals are completed as written
* Provide and supervise daily recreational activities as needed
* Maintain contact with families as necessary
* Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications Required:
* High School diploma or equivalent required; Associates or bachelors preferred in Human services, psychology or Sociology
* At least two years experience working with individuals in a residential setting
* AMAP certification required Approved Medication Administration Personnel
* First Aid and CPR required
* Valid Clean Driver License
* Previous experience or knowledge in the I/DD field is a plus
* Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
* Must have excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills including ability to problem-solve
* Must respond well to supervision and be a team player
* Must be computer literate
* Excellent judgment and sensitivity to the needs of the individual
* Willing to take initiative
* Bi-Lingual Spanish preferred
* Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Mobile Wellness Navigator
New York, NY job
Job Description
Mobile Outreach Navigator/Technician
Reports to: Program Coordinator
Hours: Full time - Must have ability to work weekend and evening hours with flexibility depending on the program needs
Salary Range: $50,000 - $50,000
Program Summary:
This program supports vulnerable and unhoused individuals living on the streets by addressing their basic needs and providing essential services, linkages, and referrals. Additionally, it offers safer sex education, HIV and HepC testing, and substance use support.
Role:
We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Mobile technician to operate and maintain our shower bus, HIV-testing RV, and company van. This role involves transporting these vehicles to various locations, ensuring their cleanliness and proper functioning, and engagement related to HIV, Hepatitis C, substance use, and preventive services to unhoused individuals.
The Mobile Technician will also support the team to build individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support, and advocacy.
Responsibilities:
- Provides program services delivery to clients from high-risk populations following funder and regulatory requirements; best practices; BCS policies and Core Values; Serve as a role model to all stakeholders and clients served.
- Safely drive the shower bus, HIV testing RV, and company van to designated locations.
- Regularly clean and maintain the interior and exterior of all vehicles to ensure they are hygienic and in good working condition.
- Assist with setting up and managing services provided by the vehicles, including showers and HIV testing.
Crowd control during community events.
- Adhere to all safety and health regulations, ensuring that vehicles are compliant with legal and operational standards.
- Assist with the maintenance of accurate records of vehicle usage, maintenance schedules, and service reports.
- Escort clients to various appointments when needed
- Ensuring adherence to confidentiality regulations and HIPAA documentation
- Participate in Team and departmental meetings and complete the required number of annual training hours
- Linkage development with local health and social service organizations
- Follow Funders safety guidelines as trained for handling biohazard waste.
- Conduct medical waste disposal practices
- Prepared to respond appropriately to emergencies that may be encountered in the field per training received including overdoses
- Preparation, packing, and inventory of syringes and related program supplies.
- Ability to distribute high-risk prevention supplies, including female & male condoms, safer hygiene kits, and provision of sterile syringes.
- Assist in stocking mobile outreach vehicles.
- Attend and help outreach at community events
- Participation in BCS activities and events
- Other duties as assigned by management staff
Qualifications Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid NYS driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Proven experience in operating and maintaining vehicles, preferably in a social services or outreach setting.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with unhoused individuals and service providers.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Flexibility to work varying hours and travel to different locations as needed.
- Must have excellent English written and verbal skills.
- Knowledge of HIV, Hepatitis C, and substance use issues, including how to connect individuals with relevant services.
- Comfortable working with individuals that are unhoused, active substance use and or mental illness.
- Previous experience working in public health, social services, or related fields.
- Familiarity with preventive health services and linkage to care programs.
- Basic computer literacy.
- Bi-Lingual Spanish speaking is preferred
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request of individuals with disabilities
Community Habilitation Trainer
New York, NY job
Hours: Part time - 20 - 25 hours per week Salary Range: $16.50 -17.00/hour Provide Individualized services both in the community and in the Individuals home as prescribed by OPWDD Community Habilitation Plan.
Responsibilities:
* Provide hands on training to Individuals
* Maintain Documentation and submit within established time guidelines
* Input in development and revision of Individualized Community Habilitation Plan
* Travel in Individuals neighborhood and community
* Maintain Communication with families/caregivers
* Comprehensive Travel Training
* Encourage community participation and socialization
* Assessment, training and assistance in developing appropriate social behaviors and community skills
* Training and assistance in developing basic skills in safety, housekeeping, personal care, health care and money management
* Other tasks as may be required
Qualifications Required:
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Experience or training working with Individuals with intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and/or experience and/or knowledge in the I/DD field a plus
* Must have good interpersonal and verbal communication skills
* Must take direction well and be receptive to feedback
* Must be computer literate and respond well to supervision
* This position requires fingerprinting and a criminal background check
* Experience or training working with Individuals in a community or home setting preferred
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Assistant Teacher Afterschool - PS 156
New York, NY job
Afterschool Teacher Assistant Reports to: Program Director Location: PS 156 - The Waverly School of the Arts, 104 Sutter Avenue 11212 Salary Range: $20.00/hour - $20.00/hour Hours: Part Time - Hourly; During the school year - Monday through Friday 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm. Holiday camp from 8:00am - 6:00pm for 13 days per school year when DOE is closed.
Fully in-person, no remote work offered
Salary Range: $20.00/hour - $20.00/hour
Position Summary: Compass programs provide after-school learning opportunities to elementary school children. During the school year, we offer homework help, enrichment programs and STEAM/SEL activities from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm. We are open and run holiday camps from 8am-6pm for 13 days per school year when DOE is closed, and throughout the summer. These are positions that are based at a central school but expected to float across various schools as needed for coverage.
Responsibilities:
* Work with the lead teacher to implement hands-on, multi-sensory, and project-based lessons and activities to children, which are provided in the context of academically stimulating lessons based on the thematic curriculum.
* Submit lesson plans to the program site director and Education Specialist for approval according to submission schedule.
* Work with the lead teacher to plan lessons related to field trips and help provide supervision to students during field trips.
* Participate in curriculum and other professional development trainings as required.
* Working under the supervision of the lead teacher and site director, use creative / innovative teaching strategies that enhance and encourage an increase in literacy skills, social-emotional learning, and STEAM.
* Work with the lead teacher to develop and plan culminating event activities that will showcase learning and creativity.
* Engage and communicate with parents and families as required by the site director.
* Provided effective supervision for up to 20 students during classroom activities and transitions.
* Monitor authorized parent / guardian pick up of children.
* Assist the lead teacher with preparation of activities and materials for the daily schedule.
* Participate in agency-wide groups and meetings as required
* Assist with development of funding proposals as needed
* Other tasks as may be required.
Qualifications:
* High School Diploma required. Some college preferred.
* Experience working with youth in an after school or summer camp environment.
* Must be flexible to work across all afterschool programs to provide coverage when needed.
* Must enjoy working with children
* Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH
* Current or former assistant teacher preferred
* Background in STEAM, visual, performing arts or sports coaching a plus.
* Computer savvy in applications, video conferencing, and responding to emails preferred.
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Outreach & Clinical Coordinator - Beacon
New York, NY job
Clinical and Outreach Coordinator Program/Department: Education and Youth Development Division Reports to: Program Director Hours: Full Time Tuesday - Friday 1pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-6pm
This position is fully in-person and does not offer any remote work.
Salary Range: From $65,000 to $70,000 (with MSW), must be willing to become licensed - LMSW and/or SIFI to supervise MSW interns for the program
BCS partners with people to overcome obstacles on their pathway toward self-determination. Since 1866, founded on the principle of neighbors helping neighbors, BCS has worked in neighborhoods impacted by systemic poverty. Today, we continue to strengthen communities by fostering the educational success of children, the leadership development of youth, the employment and housing stability of adults, the advancement of individuals living with disabilities, and the empowerment of seniors and families. Our work is rooted in the struggle for social justice and through action and advocacy we commit to shine a light on barriers that perpetuate inequitable systems as a part of the collective effort to ignite change. BCS serves more than 20,000 people in 42+ programs through the work of approximately 400 staff and 900 volunteers.
The Beacon Program is a dynamic, school-based community center in North Brooklyn, servicing youth aged 11 and up*. This program helps young people acquire the skills they need to graduate from high school, succeed in their chosen career, and give back to the community. Typical activities include tutoring and reading help, career exploration and financial literacy workshops, cooking classes and organized sports, as well as arts initiatives like music, dance, photography, and drama. The High School Education Support program is an additional contract focused around offering career, college, and academic support with an internship component, with a Family Development Coach specifically for this program.
* As a community center, Beacon also offers services for adults.
Responsibilities:
The Clinical and Outreach Coordinator's primary responsibility is to ensure the overall health, safety and well-being of our students, families and the larger community. This also includes community outreach and community partnership building.
* Develop and review all current health and safety, behavioral management, crisis intervention and clinical support protocols for the EYD to ensure accuracy and consistency. Develop and implement SEL retraining program for staff;
* Work with school administrators and site program directors to identify appropriate interventions to support students in need of social and emotional interventions, working from a trauma informed framework;
* Work directly with on-site Program Director and staff to provide targeted professional development training around SEL, trauma-informed care, classroom management, managing challenging behaviors and additional trainings needed based on classroom observations;
* Build internal capacity for Program Director and staff to continue SEL work when social workers or mental health services are not on-site;
* Identify targeted resources and referrals for students and/or family members from appropriate school staff and community-based partners;
* Work with site program director and staff to develop and maintain an effective system of classroom management that encourages children to develop positive behaviors, encourage appropriate social interactions and meet development milestones;
* Oversees the day to day activities and supervision of children at the site;
* Assists Site Director in planning, organizing, developing, scheduling, enforcing rules, and evaluating recreation/ educational activities at the site;
* Provide outreach to the community and build strategic partners for the program;
* Assist with hiring, training, supervising, scheduling and evaluating part time staff;
* Schedules and supervises the conditions of the facilities such as set- ups and breakdowns of facility equipment and resources;
* Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment; distributes supplies and equipment, assists with ordering supplies and equipment for the site;
* Conduct participants intakes and ensure that files are up to date;
* Organize, plan and facilitate meetings including outreach to parents, guardians and the community;
* Liaise with PTA and Parent Coordinator to hold workshops for parents and families;
* Input monthly deliverables and other DYCD mandates including attendances and activities,
* Coordinate monthly community health fairs or other community events;
* Create and maintain updated resources and bulletin boards with health and wellness supports;
* Run health and wellness workshops for students
* Survey students, parents, school staff, community on need assessments and develop programming in response to needs;
* Coordinate with other BCS programs to bring in additional programming and resources, ex. CHAMPS, adult education, preventive;
* Assist in carrying out other aspects of the program including planning trips, celebrations, and leadership activities;
* Provide referrals and other resources as needed;
* Make safety and risk assessments regarding students health, safety, and/or well-being and develops safety and intervention plans accordingly;
* Assist in student mediations and restorative practices;
* Participate in all IEP and family team conferences as needed;
* Assist in remediation by providing behavioral plans or counseling to students
* Facilitate anger management groups;
* Provide advocacy and coaching to students to address any barriers to accessing any services needed by student;
* Actively participates in individual and group supervision, staff trainings, and team meetings. This includes participating in consultations and receiving and giving direct feedback from/to peers and supervisory staff on a regular basis;
* Collaborate with DOE staff and other school service providers to address barriers or challenges related to assessment, service coordination or planning, and/or crisis intervention;
* Provide immediate crisis intervention support as needed, including mediation support;
* Provide family outreach and conduct parent/guardian meetings as appropriate;
* Supervise MSW interns (with SIFI certification);
* Provide clinical support and coaching (in coordination with classroom teachers and assistant teachers) for students to address any social or behavioral issues impacting their performance in the classroom. Facilitate individual and small group coaching/mentoring sessions with staff weekly, on a regular, and consistent basis;
* Other duties as may be required.
Qualifications:
* MSW required, LMSW/SIFI preferred;
* Must be able to work 100% in-person (no remote work available)
* Must be comfortable working in the field;
* Must be able to travel to all work sites in the EYD portfolio within the borough of Brooklyn;
* Supervisory and managerial experience required;
* Use clinical frameworks - SEL, Trauma-Informed care, restorative practices;
* Must be familiar with early childhood, youth and/or social service agencies;
* Professional communication skills with the ability to communicate with clarity, accuracy and tact, both orally and in writing
* Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Access, Publisher, Excel, Google applications, and must be able to learn DYCD Administrative Database.
* Must possess the ability to become SACC Certified
* Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH/PETS.
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Activity Specialist - Cornerstone Farragut
New York, NY job
Activity Specialist Program: Farragut Cornerstone Salary: $16.50 per hour to $16.50 per hour Hours: Up to 25 hours per week (school year) and up to 35 hours per week (Summer) Brooklyn Community Services is one of Brooklyns first and largest non-sectarian social services agencies. Serving more than 20,000 individuals annually, BCS is committed to a broad and diverse range of services including prevention of foster care placement; crisis intervention; early childhood and after school education; and vocational training, job placement, and clinical services to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, and histories of mental illness.
Cornerstone Programs provide academic, art and recreational opportunities to children, teens and adults in NYCHA community centers. BCS Cornerstone Programs are located in Brownsville, Fort Greene, and Coney Island.
Responsibilities:
* Work collaboratively with Site Director and Assistant Director/On-site Supervisor to provide activities for children, youth, adults and seniors;
* Help implement multi-sensory lessons and activities to children which are provided in the context of academically stimulating themes;
* Coordinate planning and preparation of activities and materials for daily schedule;
* Provide effective supervision to groups of children during classroom activities, snack time, recreation and field trips. Provide effective supervision and activities to middle/high school participants during evening and weekend hours;
* Responsible for taking daily attendance;
* Assist with developing and planning community events for children, parents and community;
* Oversee and monitor authorized parental/guardian drop off and pick up of children following all health and safety protocols;
* Outreach to parents and community to promote the program, activities and upcoming events;
* Attend and comply with training requirements, including all healthy and safety protocols;
* Other responsibilities as needed and requested by site director;
Requirements:
* High School Diploma required.
* Some college education preferred.
* Background in sports, music, drama, dance, photography, crafts, sewing, or the arts is a plus.
* Must enjoy working with children and be able to pass a background check.
* Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Program Director - Afterschool PS 21
New York, NY job
Job Description
Program Director - After School
Reports to: Division Director
Hours: Full Time - 35 hours per week 10:00am - 6:00pm
Salary Range: $64,350 - $64,350
Brooklyn Community Services is one of Brooklyn's first and largest non-sectarian social services agencies. BCS, which presently serves more than 20,000 individuals annually, is committed to a broad and diverse range of services including education and child care; services to strengthen families; and services to foster self-sufficiency for adults.
BCS After School Education Programs provide academic and recreational opportunities to Middle School children . The After School Education Programs are offered every weekday from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Saturdays from 10:00 am and extended hours during the summer and school holidays. BCS After School Education Programs are located in Brownsville, East NY, and Bedford Stuyvesant Brooklyn.
The position of Program Director is a critical, visible position requiring exceptional leadership, strong management experience and a successful track record of working with government contracts and nonprofit organizations providing social services. The Director should be highly flexible in dealing with the challenges of developing new programs and working to meet the needs of the community. The Program Director should have experience with community-based services for youth, children and families, including working with students in a Department of Education setting.
The Director should have proven ability to manage a professional staff and interact with the community. S/he must be a hands-on strategic thinker, a planner and problem solver, prepared to lead and direct staff through change and program development. Excellent communication skills are critical. The Director must be comfortable communicating with the people who receive services and their families, and equally comfortable in training staff, presenting before elected officials, public agency administrators and members of the community.
Responsibilities:
Supervision and coverage for direct reports: Assistant, BCS Teachers, and BCS Assistant Teachers.
Provide On-Site coverage for staff when needed; Oversees the day-to-day activities/events of the After School site.
Develop educational and recreational summer and school year programming in accordance with DYCD and DOH/SACC guidelines; Ensure programs are effective and designed to achieve measurable goals in line with BCS mission and DYCD contractual obligations in collaboration with DOE.
Facilitate positive partnership and collaboration with DOE Principal and Staff.
Direct contact and reporting to DYCD Program Manager, oversight responsibility of DYCD Site/Audit visits, and attendance at DYCD Director meetings.
Oversee and monitor DYCD Connect Database to ensure program is meeting contract compliance reporting, enrollment numbers and rates of participation, including pulling weekly ROP/ADA and enrollment reports to review in supervision with program staff and Division Director.
Engage and monitor all Co-locator and Sub-contractor relationships for After School site.
Plan, implement and support all recruitment, enrollment, retention and referral efforts of After School Education participants to ensure contractual requirements are met.
Coordinate and attend all PTA and SLT meetings; Coordinate and ensure compliance with all Youth Council meetings.
Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment ensuring budget mandates are followed.
Recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations and payroll for all After school staff.
Develop and implement staff professional development workshops responsive to youth and community needs.
Participate in cross agency working groups and committees to achieve agency goals; attend training seminars, division staff meetings, and community meetings as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Participate in agency-wide groups and meetings as required.
Assist with development of funding proposals as needed.
Other tasks may be required.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's Degree with strong management and youth development experience (5 years or more) required; MSW, or equivalent Master's Degree preferred
Must be eligible for SACC certification
Proficient in typing; responding to emails, and phone calls
Computer skills: Microsoft Office; Google Docs; Spreadsheets; and Calendar Development
Excellent leadership, communication, supervisory and team-building skills, including the ability to motivate, align staff efforts to changing priorities and approaches, set goals, delegate responsibilities, and manage staff performance so as to ensure effective service delivery in accordance with organizational goals and program contracts
Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH
Qualifications Preferred:
Experience with effective management of crisis intervention, handling mental health and medical issues with participants and working with people with histories of trauma.
Experience in education and/or after school programming.
Experienced in working with children with special needs and understanding Individual Educational Plans (IEP)
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Office Manager
New York, NY job
Job Description
Office Manager - Farragut Cornerstone
Reports to: Cornerstone Site Director
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday 10-6pm
Salary Range: $35,000 - $35,000
Position Summary:
Brooklyn Community Services is one of Brooklyn's first and largest non-sectarian social services agencies. Serving more than 10,000 individuals annually, BCS is committed to a broad and diverse range of services including prevention of foster care placement; crisis intervention; early childhood and after school education; and vocational training, job placement, and clinical services to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, and histories of mental illness.
Cornerstone Programs provide academic and recreational opportunities to children, teens and adults in NYCHA community centers. The Cornerstone program is offered every weekday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. , 10:00 am to 5:00pm on weekends, and extended hours during the summer and school holidays. BCS Cornerstone Programs are located in Brownsville, Fort Greene, and Coney Island.
Responsibilities:
Provide administrative oversight, direction, training and support to staff, volunteers and interns for the effective and professional administration of the department.
Greet and meet parents and providers.
Arrange meetings and workshops using Google Calendar.
Prepare documents, correspondence, flyers, packets of information, etc.
Develop organizational procedure and systems for office personnel, including filling, billing, payroll and scheduling.
Enhance programming by completing program paperwork such as attendance, visitors log, NYCHA log, activity and sign in sheets etc.
Build positive relationships with youth and young adults and serve as a role model with respect to demeanor, communication and behavior.
Under the direction and approval of the site director, establish and maintain systems to monitor and manage employee records and files; conduct new employee orientations; and oversee and document the use of sick, vacation and personal leave and lateness.
Oversee the professional use of phones and provide technical assistance to staff when necessary.
Order, secure, manage and maintain office supplies and equipment.
Prepare for all meetings that are occurring in the center such as agendas, room set up and phone calls.
Assist with the recruitment and enrollment of new children.
Assist with the completion of DYCD monthly deliverables and inventory lists.
Assist with inputting attendance and activities into DYCD Database.
Attend trainings, professional developments and staff meetings as needed.
Responsibilities to open the center when Site Director or Assistant Director are off-site
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High school degree required; Associates Degree in Business Administration or related Preferred
One year experience in office setting, required
Good communication skills, and customer service skills, required
Must be familiar with non-profit, youth or social service agencies.
Demonstrated skills and competencies in program and human resource administration, and ability to manage multiple administrative tasks while meeting deadlines.
Ability to creatively problem-solve information management challenges.
Must be able to multitask, be detailed oriented, and flexible.
Professional communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with staff, volunteers, program members, parents, community residents, visitors, and vendors.
Must be computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Access, Publisher, and Excel, and must be able to learn DYCD Administrative Database.
Familiarity and compliance with office protocols involving dress, demeanor, record keeping, confidentiality, staff meetings, visitors, and employee use of supplies and equipment
Reliable and able to work as a team member
Other duties as assigned
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Assistant Teacher Afterschool - AFYW
New York, NY job
Afterschool Assistant Teacher Reports to: Program Director Hours: Part Time - Hourly; During the school year - Monday through Friday 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Holiday camp from 8:00am - 6:00pm for 13 days per school year when DOE is closed.
Fully in-person, no remote work offered
Salary Range: $20.00/hour - $20.00/hour
Positions available September 8.
Position Summary: Compass programs provide after-school learning opportunities to elementary school children. During the school year, we offer homework help, enrichment programs and STEAM/SEL activities from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm. We are open and run holiday camps from 8am-6pm for 13 days per school year when DOE is closed, and throughout the summer. These are positions that are based at a central school but expected to float across various schools as needed for coverage.
Responsibilities:
* Work with the lead teacher to implement hands-on, multi-sensory, and project-based lessons and activities to children, which are provided in the context of academically stimulating lessons based on the thematic curriculum.
* Submit lesson plans to the program site director and Education Specialist for approval according to submission schedule.
* Work with the lead teacher to plan lessons related to field trips and help provide supervision to students during field trips.
* Participate in curriculum and other professional development trainings as required.
* Working under the supervision of the lead teacher and site director, use creative / innovative teaching strategies that enhance and encourage an increase in literacy skills, social-emotional learning, and STEAM.
* Work with the lead teacher to develop and plan culminating event activities that will showcase learning and creativity.
* Engage and communicate with parents and families as required by the site director.
* Provided effective supervision for up to 20 students during classroom activities and transitions.
* Monitor authorized parent / guardian pick up of children.
* Assist the lead teacher with preparation of activities and materials for the daily schedule.
* Participate in agency-wide groups and meetings as required
* Assist with development of funding proposals as needed
* Other tasks as may be required.
Qualifications:
* High School Diploma required. Some college preferred.
* Experience working with youth in an after school or summer camp environment.
* Must be flexible to work across all afterschool programs to provide coverage when needed.
* Must enjoy working with children
* Current or former assistant teacher preferred
* Background in STEAM, visual, performing arts or sports coaching a plus.
* Computer savvy in applications, video conferencing, and responding to emails preferred.
* Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OCFS/DOH
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Employment Specialist - Vocational Support Services for Developmentally Disabled
New York, NY job
Job Description
Employment Specialist
Department: Developmental Disabled Vocational Support Services (90900)
Report to: Program Director
Hours: Full Time - 35 hours per week; Day shift M-F
Salary Range : $45,000 to $45,000
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
ABOUT BCS:
Founded in 1866, Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) empowers children and families to reach their full potential, strengthen families, and foster self-sufficiency in adults. With programs in 27+ locations and 400 employees BCS serves more than 20,000 individuals a year.
Position Summary:
The Employment Specialist assists individuals with developmental disabilities develop work readiness skills necessary to secure and maintain community-based employment.
Responsibilities:
Run work readiness groups utilizing The Fed-Cap Get Ready! ™ Curriculum and other Vocational-base modules and curriculums.
Provide individual counseling and case management services.
Provide supervision at the volunteer sites and workplace.
Maintain client charts and assure all documents are up to date and organized cohesively.
Complete daily progress notes and maintain daily attendance via APRICOT Database System.
Complete monthly reports and other required documentation before deadlines.
Complete Initial/Semi-Annual vocational plans, satisfaction surveys etc.
Maintain ongoing contact with referral sources and other service providers.
Prepare a referral packet for ACCES-VR, OPWDD services as applicable.
Participate in vendor fairs and other program recruitment events as necessary.
Complete intakes for the DDVSS program.
Other responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications:
BA degree in the Human Services related field.
Experience working with the developmentally disabled population.
Counseling skills required.
Good communication skills, verbally and in writing.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to interface effectively with staff across programs and community agencies.
Must pass OPWDD Fingerprinting and Background Check.
BCS and Turning Point require that all employees entering the workplace be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless an exemption is granted as a medical or religious accommodation
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
Portfolio Manager-HIV Prevention
Public Health Solutions job in New York, NY
Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support New Yorkers and their families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential.
As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org.
Program Description:
Public Health Solutions administers millions of dollars in private and public funding, including Federal, State and City government funding, to improve public health and human services for vulnerable communities. The full range of contracting and management services provided by PHS enables organizations that are crucial to the public health of New Yorkers to have the funding and administrative expertise needed to seamlessly implement projects.
Summary of Position:
Reporting to the Senior Director, the Portfolio Manager is responsible for leading a group of contract professionals overseeing the administration of complex contracts and agreements primarily from government funding sources. The Portfolio Manager supports the Senior Director in ensuring that contracts follow relevant regulations and PHS policies and procedures.
Specifically, the Portfolio Manager will:
* Direct, manage, and mentor a team of Senior Contract Managers, Contract Managers, Contract Coordinators and Contract Support Analyst to oversee all aspects of the contract management lifecycle, from creation to execution, monitoring, and closeout. Manage workflows and ensure staff are accountable to internal teams and external stakeholders.
* Ensure staff follow all contract negotiation, monitoring (programmatic and fiscal), amendment, and closeout policies and procedures; understand funding agreements; and produce work that is accurate and timely.
* Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity within the Portfolio and across PHS departments that allows for disagreement over ideas, conflict and expeditious conflict resolution, and the appreciation of diversity as well as cohesiveness, support, and working effectively together to enable each employee and the department to succeed.
* In partnership with the PHS Procurement Team, participate in request for proposal processes by reviewing and editing concept papers and draft solicitations.
* Seek continuous improvement and streamlining of processes to ensure compliance and increased efficiency.
* Advise Senior Director on solicitation and contract issues, identifying risks, facilitating internal review of issues, and obtaining resolution; exercise sound judgement in determining when issues require involvement of other parts of the organization or upper management.
* Appropriately and effectively manage relationships with internal leadership, external stakeholders/client entities, subrecipients, and vendors for the optimal resolution of contract issues.
* Represent Public Health Solutions in external settings related to the Portfolio.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree with 8 or more years of experience.
* Minimum of 5 years related experience managing government-funded contracts, including developing and reviewing funding agreements, budgets, scopes of work, invoices/financial statements, and programmatic data.
* Extensive knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the receipt and dispersal of funds through agreements to subrecipients, contractors, and consultants. Knowledge of CDC, HRSA, ASPR, and/or NYC Health And Human Services policies and procedures strongly preferred.
* Prior supervisory experience.
* Strong negotiation and drafting skills with knowledge of the key issues in government contracts with an ability to advise senior management on implications of contractor spending and compliance with scope of work.
* Excellent analytical and problems solving skills.
* Demonstrated ability to direct work within tight schedules and under pressure.
* Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative / integrative style of working to reach common goals and objectives.
* Flexible and receptive to change in the workplace and drive organizational change.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office.
* Salary $92,000 - $92,000
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don't have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. We look forward to learning more about you!
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and veterans.
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
35 hours a week
Nutritionist
Public Health Solutions job in New York, NY
Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent, and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support New Yorkers and their families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org.
Program Description: PHS' Community Health and Nutrition Access Program helps New York residents obtain free or low-cost health insurance coverage, apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as Food Stamps), and through our WIC program, provides nutrition education sessions led by WIC nutritionists on healthy eating and physical activity, breastfeeding support, and eWIC cards to purchase nutritious foods. Our staff members are culturally and linguistically competent and identify with the communities they serve. They help clients navigate through what can be a complicated and confusing application process, step by step. Each year, we help over 22,000 people apply for or renew free or low-cost health insurance coverage, 14,000 people to apply for SNAP, and 35,000 eligible pregnant and nursing women and children up to five years of age to enroll in the New York State WIC (Women Infants and Children) Program.
Summary of Position: Under direct supervision of the Center Manager, the Qualified Nutritionist is responsible for the assessment of the WIC eligibility of applicants, direct implementation of nutrition education components, participant-centered nutrition services and support to WIC clients.
Specifically, the Qualified Nutritionist will:
* Verifies and documents eligibility of WIC participants to enroll eligible applicants.
* Provides general knowledge of WIC program and orientation to new participants.
* Participates in the administration of the WIC program and evaluation of documents.
* Develop and implement individual care plans (ICPs) and oversee high risk care to all participants.
* Provide oversight and guidance to CPA and Nutrition Assistant staff.
* Provides individual and facilitated group discussion using the Participant Centered Nutrition Education (PCNE) technique.
* Ensures relevant and current information transfer regarding pregnancy, nutrition, and/or health concerns.
* Assists in evaluating and developing literature, posters, videos and DVDs.
* Conducts Participant Centered Nutrition Assessment (PCNA) to motivate WIC participants and help improve their health and nutrition status.
* Performs client anthropometric and hematological measurements on site to prevent delay in benefits between physician visits.
* Undergoes annual anthropometric and hematological training on site.
* Participates in all other activities that contribute to the efficient operation of the WIC Center.
* Ability to travel and work at other WIC centers in Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.
* Attends all mandatory trainings and meetings.
* Participates in program outreach to Local Organizations and Community Partners (Subject to travel).
Qualification and Requirements:
* B.S. or B.A. in Food and Nutrition, including at least 18 semester credits in nutrition. Entry-level computer skills.
* Foreign degrees considered- Must be Translated and Verified by World Education Services.
* Two years of professional experience in nutrition.
* Registered Dietitian preferred but not required: Completion of an approved hospital dietetic internship which satisfies requirements for Registered Dietitian (The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) or RD eligible and NY State certification.
* A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Familiarity with computers, basic word processing, and good data entry skill.
* Bilingual required (Spanish).
* Customer service experience preferred.
* Possess strong communication skills (listening, written, oral, and public speaking).
* Dedicated to helping improve the lives of disenfranchised and marginalized communities.
* Excellent team player with the ability to be flexible and work collaboratively and respectfully.
* Ability to embrace diversity; Possesses people and cultural competency skills.
* Work collaboratively both internally and externally and engage in consensus-based decision making.
* Must be reliable and very organized with strong time management.
* Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently.
* Able to assist with receiving, sorting and storing inventory.
* Other duties as assigned.
* Salary: $46,750 - $49,500.
Benefits:
* Hybrid Work Schedule.
* Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
* An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
* Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
* Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
* 403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
* College Savings Plan.
* Ongoing training and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don't have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. We look forward to learning more about you.
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.
Monday 10:30AM-6:00pm
Tuesday-Friday 8:30AM-4:00PM
35 hours per week
Revenue Analyst
Public Health Solutions job in New York, NY
With an annual budget of $2.3 billion and more than 7,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We're tackling a broad range of public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every member of our team.
With grant funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), DOHMH is undertaking a new initiative that will meet critical infrastructure needs and make possible strategic investments that will have lasting effects on public health. Investments and improvements through this initiative will help modernize DOHMH's foundational capabilities and data infrastructure, enabling it to partner in complex health and health care environments and, in turn, support better public health outcomes, including COVID-19. This initiative supports larger efforts to rebalance investments in public health and more equitably serve communities and populations.
The selected candidate will be an employee of Public Health Solutions, a nonprofit organization which is the fiscal and administrative manager of the grant but will work be supervised by DOHMH. This is a grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
The Division of Finance has central responsibility and authority for policy analysis, program development, performance tracking and improvement, financial management, resource maximization and technical assistance.
Finance helps to ensure that programs and administrative operations have the information, analysis, funding and technical capacity to deliver critical services effectively and meet DOHMH's objectives. Finance values motivated, energetic individuals committed to achieving excellence in a public sector environment and a desire to be part of a city agency that is revolutionizing public health and mental hygiene services.
Job description
DOHMH has an opening for a Revenue Analyst. This position will be reporting the Assistant Director of Grants and Intra-cities Claiming and assisting with the ensuring that the city is properly utilizing and collecting grant revenue in accordance with uniform guidance.
Duties:
Monitor the fiscal operation of city, federal, state and private grant funded programs to ensure compliance and assist programs in more efficient/effective approaches to program administration
Collects, classified, evaluates, and analyzes economic data submitted by programs and prepares reports
Research the programmatic implications of proposed policies, including identifying the impact to, Personnel Services and Other Than Personnel Services budgets
Updating of internal systems and monitoring Grant spending; reviewing OTPS encumbrances and personnel expenditures; assist in the preparation of budget modifications, journal entries, and grants closeouts
Make recommendations to the program representatives for changes and corrections of errors
Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses, making recommendations to supervisory staff concerning provision of additional funding of existing or new programs
Assist in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures
Work closely with internal personnel for all contract, budget, and payment data to ensure claims are efficiently processed and meet all due dates.
Maximize agency reimbursement by ensuring all expenditures are captured and reported accurately in claims.
Accurately analyze patterns of spending and revenue while providing management with scenario analysis and trends.
Create accurate billed and unbilled receivables, and appropriately realize payments in the City's Financial Management System (FMS).
Responsible for accurately updating monthly, quarterly, and year to date reports and schedules.
Qualifications:
A master's degree from an accredited college or university in economics, statistics, finance, management, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field; or
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in one or more of the course areas of economics, statistics, finance, management, mathematics, business administration, public administration, and public policy, 12 semester credits of which must have been in economics; and one year of satisfactory full-time experience in one or more of the fields of finance; economic, fiscal or statistical research; policy analysis; or quantitative, business, market or financial analysis. Graduate semester credits in any of the areas described in "1" above may be substituted for the undergraduate semester credits on the basis that each 3 graduate semester credits may be substituted for 6 of the required undergraduate semester credits.
Previous experience working in fields related to economics, statistics, finance, management, business administration, public administration, public policy or related field for at least 1 year.
Capacity and willingness to learn the city's Finance Systems, and Federal/State payment systems.
The ideal candidate for this position must be a pro-active and self-motivated individual with the ability to work in teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines.
Salary: $70,040- $70,040
Additional Desired Qualities:
Experience with stakeholder engagement and project management.
Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical skills and ability to manage and report complex information.
Experience with data collection, analysis and interpretation.
Desire to grow professionally, develop new skills and willingness to work outside of comfort zone.
Experience working with the public health sector and coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize and work in fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Benefits:
Hybrid Work Schedule.
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
College Savings Plan.
Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.
Additional Information:
This is a temporary grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
This individual must reside in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) by their confirmed start date.
Preference may be given to individuals residing in New York City (5 boroughs) or surrounding New York State counties.
This individual will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies.
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.
Monday-Friday
35 Hours per week
Software Engineer
Public Health Solutions job in Islandia, NY
With an annual budget of $2.3 billion and more than 7,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We're tackling a broad range of public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every member of our team.
With grant funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), DOHMH is undertaking a new initiative that will meet critical infrastructure needs and make possible strategic investments that will have lasting effects on public health. Investments and improvements through this initiative will help modernize DOHMH's foundational capabilities and data infrastructure, enabling it to partner in complex health and health care environments and, in turn, support better public health outcomes. This initiative supports larger efforts to rebalance investments in public health and more equitably serve communities and populations.
The selected candidate will be an employee of Public Health Solutions, a nonprofit organization which is the fiscal and administrative manager of the grant, but the work will be supervised by DOHMH. This is a grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
The Bureau of Division Management & Systems Coordination (DMSC), part of the Division of Disease Control (DDC), supports all other DDC bureaus with monitoring and analyzing trends in disease data, used for the recognition, prevention, and control of infectious diseases. Within DMSC, the Surveillance Unit coordinates with disease surveillance programs within DDC, the Division of Information Technology, and external partners to maintain and enhance existing surveillance system applications and implement new surveillance system applications to support complete, timely, and equitable case detection and health information exchange while ensuring data confidentiality, data quality, and compliance toward regulatory standards. DDC is in the process of replacing its current Electronic Disease Reporting Infrastructure (EDRI) in order to continue meeting these goals.
Job Description:
We are seeking to fill positions in the Division of Disease Control that will provide key support for DOHMH's work of detecting, tracking, investigating, and preventing infectious diseases in New York City. Reporting to the Director of Electronic Case Reporting, this position will provide expert knowledge of Health Level 7 (HL7) standards used by healthcare facilities to report infectious disease cases to DOHMH and support the EDRI replacement project. It is expected that the position will work 35 hours per week.
Duties:
Develop software solutions to capture, process, store, and perform quality assurance on data from incoming reports from Electronic Health Records (EHR), Regional Health Information Organizations (RHIO), Health Information Exchanges (HIEs), healthcare facilities, providers, and their office staff.
Apply technical and problem-solving skills and partner with agency stakeholders, the Division of IT and other staff within DDC to recommend and implement solutions for common issues and enhancements for EDRI
Support projects that currently have or will have data flows into EDRI, including but not limited to electronic case reporting (eCR), electronic laboratory reporting, and the Citywide Immunization Registry.
Enhance and improve the production eCR system based on evolving city, state, and federal standards and requirements.
Provide subject matter expertise for relevant Clinical Document Architecture (CDA), Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR), United States Core Data for Interoperability (USCDI) standards, Java software development and related frameworks.
Update, support, and maintain DOHMH software applications used to capture case reports
Respond to and resolve software security and unsupported software issues, to protect the confidentiality of patient information entrusted to DOHMH.
Assist agency analysts with the process of ensuring that the data received is of the highest possible quality.
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience with SQL databases
5+ years of experience building Object oriented software in Java, Python, Scala, or R
5+ years of experience assuring security of sensitive data
Experience with large volumes of data
Strong organization and time management skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Undergraduate degree or certificate in Data Science, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Public Health, or a similar field of study
The ideal candidate for this position must be a pro-active and self-motivated individual with the ability to work in teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines.
Additional Desired Qualities:
Advanced degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Public Health, or a similar field of study
3+ years of experience with clinical messaging standards (i.e., HL7) and health-related coding systems (i.e., LOINC, ICD-10)
Experience with public health surveillance and health-related data, particularly disease reporting
Experience with eCR
R or Python
Experience working with the public health sector and coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders.
Benefits:
Hybrid Work Schedule.
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
College Savings Plan.
Ongoing training and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.
Additional Information:
This is a temporary grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
This individual must reside in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) by their confirmed start date.
Preference may be given to individuals residing in New York City (5 boroughs) or surrounding New York State counties.
This individual will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies.
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don't have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities.
We look forward to learning more about you!
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.
Monday-Friday
Remote
35 Hours Per Week
Auto-ApplyCounselor - Mental Health
New York, NY job
Job Description
PROS Counselor - Mental Health
Personalized Recovery Oriented Services
Reports to: Supervisory Staff
Hours: Full time Monday-Friday, 8:00AM to 4:00PM OR 8:30AM-4:30PM
Salary Range: $50,000 - $50,000
Position Summary
Brooklyn Community Services PROS is a strengths-oriented psychiatric rehabilitation program devoted to helping adults increase independence and overall well-being. The PROS Counselor aids people living with persistent mental illnesses in developing life role goals, in managing symptoms, and in taking concrete steps toward a better life. The PROS Counselor does so through the provision of evidence-based individual and group services aimed at the development of therapeutic and life skills. Working in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, they help program participants identify an individualized, meaningful course of care to become as self-sufficient as possible.
Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of up to twenty-five participants, providing individual counseling and case management as clinically appropriate
Develop and maintain collateral relationships with outside supports including family, case managers, housing program staff, and medical providers
Conduct required assessments including the psychiatric rehabilitation, vocational readiness, cultural, and substance dependence screenings
Develop Individualized Recovery Plans (IRPs) in collaboration with participants based on the above listed assessments on a semi-annual basis, or more often as needed
Develop and facilitate approximately four to twelve skills-based workshops per week
Document participants' progress/regression towards goals in monthly progress notes and determine the need for service modifications on an ongoing basis.
Provide services according to evidence-based practices including Wellness Self-Management, Family Psychoeducation, Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment, Individual Placement and Support
Coordinate follow-up services once a participant is ready for discharge from the program.
Act as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, including participation in weekly administrative and clinical meetings
Possess/develop proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and AWARDS electronic health record
Manage responsibility for maintenance of records, including timely documentation of services as required by the Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services and the Office of Mental Health
Conduct intakes, as needed
Provide administrative back up as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications Required
Master's degree in one of the following: Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Creative Arts Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related mental health qualifications
Computer skills and knowledge of service documentation required
Must undergo pre-employment screenings such as the Criminal Background Check required by OPWDD
Professional experience in a PROS program, inpatient psychiatric setting, or program serving adults experiencing psychosis preferred
Professional experience serving adults with persistent mental illnesses, particularly psychosis preferred
Professional experience with group facilitation preferred
BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities
Vendor Manager
Public Health Solutions job in New York, NY
With an annual budget of $2.3 billion and more than 7,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We're tackling a broad range of public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every member of our team.
With grant funds from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), DOHMH is undertaking a new initiative that will meet critical infrastructure needs and make possible strategic investments that will have lasting effects on public health. Investments and improvements through this initiative will help modernize DOHMH's foundational capabilities and data infrastructure, enabling it to partner in complex health and health care environments and, in turn, support better public health outcomes, including COVID-19. This initiative supports larger efforts to rebalance investments in public health and more equitably serve communities and populations.
The selected candidate will be an employee of Public Health Solutions, a nonprofit organization which is the fiscal and administrative manager of the grant but will work be supervised by DOHMH. This is a grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
DOHMH's Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response (OEPR) was created to promote DOHMH's and NYC's ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from health emergencies. The OEPR is responsible for coordinating agency-wide emergency preparedness planning, exercises and training, evaluation of incident response, and exercise performance as well as coordinating with community stakeholders, city, state, and federal partners on public health emergency planning and response. The OEPR also works with healthcare partners to optimize the provision of health services during a large-scale disaster.
The Bureau of Emergency Field Operations (BEFO) is responsible for the planning, exercise, training, logistics, operations, and staffing of Citywide public health emergency plans and field operations including: Post Emergency Canvassing Operations (PECO), Community Reception Centers (CRC), quarantine operations, and antibiotic or vaccine Points of Dispensing (PODs).
Job description
DOHMH has an opening for a Vendor Manager. Reporting to the Senior Supply Chain Manager, this position oversees the Group responsible for coordinating and managing the services from various vendors, including a 3PL warehouse, which improve the readiness of NYC's Public Health Emergency Stockpile, and the Citywide Health Emergency Field Operations Logistics Group, for response operations.
Duties
Manage the Vendor management Group, including two coordinators, creating, and maintaining oversight of Group goals, objectives and milestones, and tracking through completion
Oversee the execution, tracking and spend down of Bureau yearly fiscal contracts, procurement processes, and Bureau purchase order requests
Manage the contractual relationship between DOHMH and the City's 3PL emergency stockpile RSS warehouse, continuously enhancing readiness capabilities and ensuring all requirements are adhered to, including:
Ensuring vendor purchases and maintains DOHMH indicated PPE (Living Stockpile) inventory in their nationwide distribution centers, that would be earmarked for NYC to use during an emergency, and update formulary as needed.
Overseeing the conduct of quality checks (inventory accuracy, product integrity) for PPE (Living Stockpile) and rotation to ensure stock is unexpired, and within acceptable shelf life.
Ensuring proper storage and maintenance of ventilators that would need to be brought to a “patient-ready” upon request
Manage the maintenance, including rotation and shelf-life extension coordination, of a pharmaceutical cache to support first responders, healthcare workers and PODs, to support mass prophylaxis in response to an aerosolized anthrax release
Oversee the adherence and maintenance of the cGMP compliance quality program, and liaise with ASPR/SNS to conduct yearly audits of the facility and validate product integrity
Assist with the development, documentation, and testing of CHEFO ERG/ICS logistics roles, functions, responsibilities, and coordination processes; participate in drills and exercises
It is expected that the Vendor Manager will be a key member of the incident command structure during emergency
Qualifications:
Three or more years' experience managing staff in an office setting supporting procurement, supply chain, or logistics operations through work related, but not limited to, any of the following areas: sourcing and procurement, fiscal process management and/or supply chain improvement
Three or more years' experience managing staff in an office setting supporting procurement, supply chain, or logistics operations through work related, but not limited to, any of the following areas: sourcing and procurement, fiscal process management and/or supply chain improvement.
Strong project/program management skills with experience developing written reports, policy/procedures and executive-level briefings
Exceptional writing, communications, organizational and interpersonal skills
The ideal candidate for this position must be a pro-active and self-motivated individual with the ability to work in teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines.
Additional Desired Qualities
Successful completion of the Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses (100, 200, 700, and 800)
Strong analytical skills and ability to manage and report complex information.
Desire to grow professionally, develop new skills and willingness to work outside of comfort zone.
Ability to prioritize and work in fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays.
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits.
Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions.
College Savings Plan.
Additional Information:
This is a temporary grant-funded position ending in November 2027.
This individual must reside in the tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) by their confirmed start date.
Preference may be given to individuals residing in New York City (5 boroughs) or surrounding New York State counties.
This individual will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies.
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals, and veterans.
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
35 hours per week