Asthma Community Engagement Coordinator, Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health

Asthma Community Engagement Coordinator, Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health

The Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW) seeks to eliminate inequities resulting in premature mortality. With an unwavering grounding in history and structural analysis, CHECW works to increase visibility of socially unjust policy while pushing towards redress for the most impacted NYC communities. CHECW addresses inequity across community and healthcare systems in partnership with community, faith-based, and health care organizations. CHECW's work focuses on social determinants of health, including environmental and commercial determinants, and addresses both upstream and downstream factors to improve health and well-being of New Yorkers. CHECW is comprised of the Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention, the Bureau of Health Equity Capacity Building, the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems and the Bureau of Finance, Administration and Services. The Division's Deputy Commissioner also serves as the Agency's Chief Equity Officer and oversees Race to Justice, the Agency's internal reform effort to help our staff learn what they can do to better address racial health gaps and improve health outcomes for all New Yorkers. The division's Deputy Commissioner also serves as the Agency's Chief Medical Officer. The Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood works with clinical and community partners to expand access to high-quality, culturally responsive programs that prevent and manage chronic diseases, especially for residents facing the greatest health challenges. The Bureau provides public health and social services, coordinates community events, builds collaborative partnerships, and leads research and evaluation initiatives that drive evidence-based action, close health gaps and advance equity across the Bronx. From diabetes and asthma education to nutrition, food security, newborn safety, and childbirth classes, the Bureau empowers New Yorkers with the knowledge and tools to live healthier lives. The Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health seeks to hire two (2) Asthma Community Engagement Coordinators to establish and maintain effective relationships with key local organizations and community partners. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with key local organizations and community partners to identify and address the health needs of underserved communities.
• Manage special projects for the Bronx Asthma Program, including the development, implementation, and evaluation of asthma promotion projects in the Bronx. Identify and assess local partnerships and provide technical assistance for development and/or partnership enhancement.
• Coordinate activities for partnership building and improving community-level service coordination.
• Support the development of Bronx Asthma Program outreach materials, including coordinating with the CHECW communications team and providing input on materials.
• Provide services to the community and maintain ongoing communication with community partners, local leaders, and groups to explain Bronx Asthma Program interventions and initiatives.
• Coordinate activities for partnerships with other agency programs.
• Attend and deliver presentations and updates at community meetings and events.
• Supervise and train health promotion staff and interns to ensure effective program delivery.
• Occasionally attend community events during the evening and on weekends.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Commitment to social justice and equity.
• Experience working in low-income communities desired; comfortable working in a community setting with diverse populations.
• Excellent skills in presentation, organization, and written and oral communication.
• Existing knowledge of Bronx community stakeholders.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent customer-service skills.
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience working in applied public health programs.
• Experience working with community members and organizations.
• Strong coordination and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented, able to manage projects and work independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Why you should work for us:

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. A tax-deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or 2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or 3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness:

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement:

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information:

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