Community Coordinator, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control

New York City, NY • Queens, NY

123d • Remote

About The Position

The Bureau of Tuberculosis Control is seeking a Community Coordinator. Under the direction of the Director of Training & Outreach, the Community Coordinator will be responsible for all aspects of the Bureau's efforts to provide education and lead community-based outreach activities, as well as direct testing outreach interventions, coordinating with stakeholders to provide education and link individuals to necessary services.

Requirements

• 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
• 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
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent interpersonal skills with at least one year of increasing responsibility in the planning, coordination of community events.
• Experience in outreach, designing and conducting educational needs assessment.
• Knowledge of basic data management, analysis, outreach and reporting methods.
• Excellent skills in presentation, organization, and written and oral communication.
• Be available during weekends & evenings for events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and distribute the TB Action Newsletter, Bureau newsletter and NYC TB Coalition Newsletter quarterly to stakeholders.
• Assist in linkage to care services for patients with no insurance.
• Manage TB webpage & TB social media account.
• Assist in submission of educational materials to agencies communication unit.
• Assist in training & outreach strategies for TB awareness campaigns and community engagement initiatives to elevate TB concerns.
• Assist in conducting evaluations with patients and partners to evaluate outreach effectiveness and inform program improvements.
• Prepare and deliver TB presentations internal & external stakeholders.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and evaluation of outreach and training efforts such as community and provider education, targeted materials distribution and education/empowerment of partner organizations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including community-based organizations.
• Participate in special projects as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.
• A robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Job security compared to private sector employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees