What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Projects Specialist position at The Fund for Public Health in New York City?
Special Project Specialist
The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use Prevention, Care and Treatment (BADUPCT) works to reduce morbidity and mortality related to alcohol and substance use among New Yorkers through contracting and oversight of prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery and support services; policy analysis and development; epidemiology, surveillance, and evaluation; development and dissemination of treatment and management guidelines; harm reduction initiatives; public and provider outreach and education; and community involvement and interagency collaboration.
The Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Unit (OENDU) develops and implements initiatives to reduce and prevent opioid overdose deaths in New York City. The Unit provides naloxone, training, and technical assistance to over 311 Opioid Overdose Prevention Programs (OOPPs) across New York City. OOPPs provide community-based overdose prevention, recognition, and response education and distribute naloxone directly to community members. DOHMH has its OOPP and provides in-person and virtual overdose prevention training and naloxone via mail-based distribution. In addition, OENDU provides contract management, fiscal, technical, and programmatic support to at least 28 contracted OOPPs.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Special Projects Specialist will provide technical assistance and programmatic support to new and ongoing special projects related to opioid overdose prevention and response, naloxone distribution, and community engagement, with the goal of preventing overdose deaths in New York City.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction from the Special Projects Manager, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Special Projects Specialist will:
FPHNYC offers a comprehensive benefit package
This position is hybrid.
This is a full-time position (35 Hours per week).
This position will be funded through 6/30/2025 with the possibility of extension.
Location
Gotham Center, 42-09 28th St. LIC, NY 11101
All new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the hiring agency.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.
TO APPLY
To apply, submit a Resume, including how your experience relates to this position.
Applications without a resume will not be considered. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.
The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.
The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers. To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use Prevention, Care and Treatment (BADUPCT) works to reduce morbidity and mortality related to alcohol and substance use among New Yorkers through contracting and oversight of prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery and support services; policy analysis and development; epidemiology, surveillance, and evaluation; development and dissemination of treatment and management guidelines; harm reduction initiatives; public and provider outreach and education; and community involvement and interagency collaboration.
The Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Unit (OENDU) develops and implements initiatives to reduce and prevent opioid overdose deaths in New York City. The Unit provides naloxone, training, and technical assistance to over 311 Opioid Overdose Prevention Programs (OOPPs) across New York City. OOPPs provide community-based overdose prevention, recognition, and response education and distribute naloxone directly to community members. DOHMH has its OOPP and provides in-person and virtual overdose prevention training and naloxone via mail-based distribution. In addition, OENDU provides contract management, fiscal, technical, and programmatic support to at least 28 contracted OOPPs.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Special Projects Specialist will provide technical assistance and programmatic support to new and ongoing special projects related to opioid overdose prevention and response, naloxone distribution, and community engagement, with the goal of preventing overdose deaths in New York City.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction from the Special Projects Manager, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Special Projects Specialist will:
- Support the implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and expansion of the Public Health Vending Machine Pilot Initiative, using a research and equity-informed approach.
- Support funded OOPPs by providing technical assistance, and conduct research efforts for the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies to increase naloxone access in priority settings and neighborhoods.
- Support ongoing research efforts to enhance and expand pharmacy naloxone distribution and engagement
- Provide technical assistance and programmatic support around community engagement across OENDU projects
- Collaborate with other OENDU and BADUPCT staff for ongoing development and enhancement of materials and resources aimed at preventing overdose and expanding strategic naloxone distribution efforts
- Provide support for packing and mailing of naloxone kits and training related materials and maintain appropriate records for all kits and material mailed and dispensed
- Participate in OENDU meetings, including facilitation on a rotating basis
- Participate in bureau- and agency-wide activities for advancing racial, gender, and social equity and support efforts to center equity in OENDU’s work
- Represent OENDU in intra-Bureau and Divisional workgroups and meetings and liaise and present to community coalitions
- Occasional travel throughout New York City.
- Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis
- Knowledge of substance use and harm reduction practice and theory, including syringe exchange, overdose prevention and education for HIV and Hepatitis C prevention.
- Be able to work independently, have excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills, and be a flexible team player. The candidate will also be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills.
- Sensitive to various ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic conditions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Outlook, and Word,
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing multiple projects and task at once.
FPHNYC offers a comprehensive benefit package
- Salary range is $70,087 - $73,331
- 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
This position is hybrid.
This is a full-time position (35 Hours per week).
This position will be funded through 6/30/2025 with the possibility of extension.
Location
Gotham Center, 42-09 28th St. LIC, NY 11101
All new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the hiring agency.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.
TO APPLY
To apply, submit a Resume, including how your experience relates to this position.
Applications without a resume will not be considered. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.
The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.
Salary : $70,087 - $73,331
