Healthy Aging Program Coordinator, Bureau of Equitable Health Systems

City of New York • New York, NY

7d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness (CHECW) aims to eliminate racial and other inequities that lead to premature mortality. CHECW addresses inequities across community and healthcare systems in partnership with various organizations. The Bureau of Equitable Health Systems (BEHS) is the health care systems bureau of DOHMH, focused on improving equity in health care delivery. The Health Care Access & Policy (HCAP) Office within BEHS works to improve health insurance coverage and access to affordable, high-quality primary care, with a strong emphasis on health equity. The Healthy Aging Unit within HCAP supports older adults and their caregivers, and strengthens the NYC Health Department's ability to monitor and respond to the health needs of older adults. This role offers an opportunity for a public health professional interested in disease prevention, healthcare policy, health insurance (Medicare/Medicaid), and research. The Bureau of Equitable Health Systems is seeking a Healthy Aging Program Coordinator to manage initiatives and multiple projects in support of the Bureau's mission.

Requirements

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
• Three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization (if appointed to Assignment Level II or above with a Master's degree).
• One year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization (if appointed to Assignment Level II or above with a Doctorate degree).
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to a Doctorate degree with one year of experience or a Master's degree with three years of experience.
• At least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience.
• Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of primary care, Medicaid, Affordable Care Act and/or health care systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategizing, developing, implementing, and evaluating program initiatives that help support the health of older adults and address intersectional inequities.
• Assist in research and quantitative data analysis on public health initiatives including health insurance and including reviewing relevant literature.
• Disseminate information and serve as liaison between the Healthy Aging Unit and other agency programs and assist with troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with other city agencies to align priorities related to Healthy Aging.
• Collaborate with policy-focused staff across the agency to analyze and interpret aging-related policies and policies related to health insurance for older adults.
• Coordinate communication efforts to internal and external partners.
• Prepare reports, as appropriate.
• Conduct background research and prepare proposals for new programs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge base on relevant policy issues including public health insurance programs, health reform and transformation initiatives impacting primary care and health insurance coverage and healthy aging.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and evaluating educational events, community outreach activities, and Healthy Aging initiatives.
• Maintain and update Healthy Aging contact lists, partner networks, and program resources.
• Identify and coordinate community outreach opportunities and events to support NYC Health Department engagement with older adults.
• Initiate and support special projects as requested by unit leadership.

Benefits

• Loan Forgiveness: Eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
• Premium-free health insurance plan.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Robust Worksite Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

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