Program Coordinator I
About The Position
The Program Coordinator I will work within the Bureau of Child Health (BCH) in the School Health Unit. The incumbent will work closely with school-based health centers (SBHCs) and the facilities that operate them as well as the Office of Mental Health (OMH) and Project TEACH. The incumbent will monitor the provision of linkage/referral to tele-mental health services; provide oversight for the contract for the DOH’s Youth Advisory Group, coordinate work with internal/external stakeholders such as the American Academy of Pediatrics and organize/participate in stakeholder groups relevant to SBHCs, telehealth, and mental health services; supervise staff; and perform other appropriate related duties.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of experience in program coordination; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience.
- At least one year of experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management.
- A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience in program coordination.
- 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 overseeing a federal grant and/or managing a public health program, including implementing training and technical assistance in a public health, community-based or clinical setting.
- Experience working with various populations in healthcare or community settings.
- Working knowledge of health disparities and factors affecting access to care in underserved populations.
- Experience working with professional organizations, clinical practices, community-based organizations, and/or State agencies.
- Experience developing surveys/reports and coordinating data analysis and implementation of programmatic updates based on collected data.
- Experience developing, maintaining, and participating in work groups.
- Experience presenting to a variety of audiences.
- Supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the provision of linkage/referral to tele-mental health services
- Provide oversight for the contract for the DOH’s Youth Advisory Group
- Coordinate work with internal/external stakeholders such as the American Academy of Pediatrics
- Organize/participate in stakeholder groups relevant to SBHCs, telehealth, and mental health services
- Supervise staff
- Perform 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
