Implementation & Engagement Manager (R26-23)

Location: Albany, NY Category: Research Foundation Careers Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Fri May 15 2026 Job Description: The incumbent will be part of a dynamic, progressive, innovative, vibrant, productive, and diverse team of practitioners, translational researchers, and students within the Center for Behavioral Health Promotion and Applied Research, School of Education, an organization that has earned national recognition for its work. For more information about the Center and its work, see: Essential Functions This role ensures programs and interventions are implemented with fidelity, staff and trainees are trained and supported, and outreach efforts effectively connect campus and community members to services and resources. The position manages stakeholder engagement initiatives, including advisory groups and recovery programming, and leads communication strategies such as health campaigns and social media. The manager also maintains key implementation systems and operational tools and supports program continuity through supervision, training, and backup service delivery. Through these activities, the role ensures prevention initiatives are delivered effectively, stakeholders remain engaged, and program objectives aligned with grant and institutional priorities are achieved. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications : Master's degree in mental health counseling or social work Licensed to practice in the state of New York (i.e., LMHC, LMSW) Minimum of 2 years of experience developing and implementing health campaigns, substance use and mental health outreach workshops, and mental health and/or substance use preventive interventions Experience implementing digital health communication campaigns; experience designing and/or implementing peer-to-peer interventions or programs Experience providing supervision; proficient with Excel; organized, reliable, detail-oriented Additional Information: Salary Range : $63,000-$65,000 (DOE) Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three-year period. Please refer to the following website for the complete Annual Security Report ("Clery Report"): As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. The Research Foundation for The State University of New York offers exceptional benefits such as healthcare, dental, vision, pension plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. The University at Albany offers a variety of performing arts, world class libraries, and competitive sporting events. #J-18808-Ljbffr