Junior Public Health Nurse (Part-Time)
About The Position
The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is responsible for creating and overseeing programs, policies, services, and environments that support the physical and socio-emotional health of New York City families and children. The division aims to promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safety, and well-being. The vision of DFCH is that every child, woman, and family can reach their full health and developmental potential. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department), established in 1805, is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC residents. Its mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone can achieve their optimal health. The department provides a wide array of programs and services focused on various health aspects, including food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, the department is a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Requirements
- Possession of a valid New York State license as a Registered Nurse is required.
Responsibilities
- Performing as a member of a health team in the New York City schools, both public and nonpublic.
- Prepping case findings, making referrals and conducting follow-up in conjunction with audiovisual screening team, doctors and other Health care providers in the schools and community.
- Assisting in providing health education to students and staff in schools, and advising families on proper health practices.
- Maintaining school records and preparing monthly reports to be used by nursing supervisors.
- Supervising Public Health Advisors.
- Establishing contacts and collaborating working relationships with the school's administrators and community.
Benefits
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance.
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: 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.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
