Community Health - Asthma Coordinator

Fund for Public Health NYC • The Bronx, NY

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is seeking a Community Health Worker to provide point-of-care caregiver and family education for pediatric asthma self-management and support. This role is part of the Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW), which aims to eliminate racial and other inequities leading to premature mortality. CHECW focuses on social determinants of health and addresses both upstream and downstream factors to improve the health and well-being of New Yorkers. This position is grant-funded and will involve engaging with pediatric patients, caregivers, and families in various settings to assess asthma exacerbation causes, provide education on asthma management, and connect them with necessary resources.

Requirements

• Must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered.
• Successful completion of a background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Engage pediatric patients, caregivers, and their families in the pediatric emergency room, the inpatient pediatric floor, and over the phone to assess causes of asthma exacerbation.
• Assess baseline knowledge and fill in knowledge gaps using educational materials to describe physiology, medications, and triggers for asthma.
• Provide education about hospital and health department resources to help control asthma and mitigate environmental triggers.
• Provide education on Medication Administration Forms.
• Review asthma action plans.
• Assess for health-related social needs and refer as needed to programs such as Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
• Refer to internal or external case management services within the health system or health department-funded organizations when other issues are identified.
• Review medication prescriptions to ensure appropriate asthma medication, discuss with ED provider about needed optimization, and address any barriers related to the pharmacy or patient’s insurance.
• Assist in facilitation of follow-up appointment scheduling with primary care provider, subspecialist, or clinical representative from the office of school health.
• Document each patient encounter in detail in the electronic medical record.
• Collect and summarize data to monitor patient touches and changes in outcomes.
• Take part in public health detailing initiatives in the South Bronx when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/organization.

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution
• A retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution
• Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan
• Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed