Health Program Coordinator

Health Research Incorporated • Albany, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Health Program Coordinator will assist with the coordination of program activities for the projects of the New York State Perinatal Quality Collaborative (NYSPQC). These projects are currently focused on respectful care and safe reduction of nulliparous, term, singleton, vertex (NTSV) cesarean births and neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) family-centered care. The incumbent will contribute to program coordination activities to support evidence-based and informed practice changes in participating NYS birthing facilities to improve perinatal outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience contributing to the coordination of program activities in a public health, health, health regulatory, or human services related program
• OR an Associate's degree in a related field and four years of such experience
• OR six years of such experience
• A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required
• The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with assisting in the coordination and/or organization of a large-scale project
• Experience in maternal and child health
• Experience working with hospital providers
• Experience assisting with the development of educational strategies, resources and/or materials
• Experience in assisting with developing and coordinating reports for key stakeholders
• Master’s degree in public health or a related field

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the coordination of project activities, team meetings, educational webinars with stakeholders and virtual/in-person events
• Assisting with coordination of stakeholder activities
• Compiling reports and presentations
• Communicating project status to stakeholders
• Coordinating NYSPQC project communication
• Coordinating project team member activities and tracking progress towards goals and objectives
• Serving as a liaison with both internal and external professionals
• Other appropriate related duties

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan
• HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level