Director, Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center, Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team committed to addressing health inequities in New York City! This role as Director of the Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives that enhance community health. You'll oversee operations, foster collaborations, and advocate for policies that promote resource equity. With a focus on social determinants of health, your leadership will directly impact the well-being of underserved communities. If you're passionate about public health and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to be part of a transformative movement in one of the most vibrant cities in the world!

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Premium-Free Health Insurance

Public Sector Pension Plan

Tax-Deferred Savings Program

Worksite Wellness Program

Job Security

Work From Home Policy

Qualifications

• 5+ years in health services with 18 months in managerial capacity.
• Experience in public health or environmental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center.
• Develop collaborations with community organizations and city agencies.
• Lead programmatic expansion and manage budget effectively.

Skills

Program Development

Community Engagement

Staff Supervision

Data Analysis

Advocacy

Creative Problem Solving

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

MPH/MPA

Tools

Evaluation Methods

Budget Management Tools

Job description

Open to permanent Health Services Managers and comparable civil service titles of Administrative Staff Analyst, Administrative Director of Social Services, Administrative Community Relations Specialist.

The Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW) seeks to eliminate racial and other inequities resulting in premature mortality. With an unwavering grounding in history and structural analysis, CHECW works to increase visibility of the harm perpetuated by centuries of racist, socially unjust policy while pushing towards redress for the most impacted NYC communities. CHECW addresses inequity across community and healthcare systems in partnership with community, faith-based, and health care organizations. CHECW's work focuses on social determinants of health, including environmental and commercial determinants, and addresses both upstream and downstream factors to improve health and well-being of New Yorkers.

CHECW is comprised of the Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention, the Bureau of Health Equity Capacity Building, the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems, and the Bureau of Finance, Administration and Services. The division's Deputy Commissioner also serves as the Agency's Chief Equity Officer and oversees Race to Justice, the Agency's internal reform effort to help our staff learn what they can do to better address racial health gaps and improve health outcomes for all New Yorkers. CHECW sits under the Agency's Chief Medical Officer. The Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health (BBkNH) within CHECW provides oversight and leadership in programming and planning for the Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center and the Bushwick Health Centers, which serve these North and Central Brooklyn neighborhoods, among others. The BBkNH supports programming, planning and recovery work to address racial and other inequities resulting in premature mortality and other disproportionate outcomes due to structural racism and historical disinvestment.

The Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health seeks to hire a Director of the Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center. The Director will lead the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Action Center programs and services.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

1. Oversee and manage daily operations and program administration of Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center, ensuring alignment with the Bureau's and the Division's mission and strategic goals.
2. Develop strategies to build strong collaborations with city agencies, community organizations, educational institutions, and elected officials by facilitating workshops, townhalls, and outreach events to enhance the Action Center's impact in Brownsville.
3. Supervise staff, hold weekly check-ins with direct reports and support their professional growth.
4. Address, and resolve issues that arise, guiding team morale and programmatic activities. Lead programmatic expansion by identifying new opportunities, funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships, to support existing and new programs.
5. Serve as a visible and accessible representative for CHECW, build trust with community residents and organizations, engaging with local organizations and stakeholders to strengthen neighborhood health initiatives, and ensure the community's needs are met.
6. Co-lead research and evaluation efforts and monitor and evaluate program outcomes, use data to refine and improve programs and services, and disseminate through publications and presentations.
7. Regularly update the Assistant Commissioner and other leaders on successes, challenges, and community needs toward public health goals.
8. Engage in advocacy efforts for policies that address health inequities and promote resource equity in Brownsville.
9. Foster and manage collaborative relationships with co-located partners, by providing guidance and technical assistance to enhance program coordination and ensure alignment to maximize service impact and needs of the community.
10. Actively participate in implementation of team's initiatives by maintaining a visible/physical presence in the community, setting an example through leadership and approachability in community setting.
11. Lead the management of the unit's budget i.e. contracts and purchase orders; and collaborate with finance when needed to ensure efficient use of resources. Perform related assignments as required by the Assistant Commissioner.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

1. MPH/MPA
2. Good knowledge of various evaluation methods.
3. Expertise in supervising and managing staff.
4. Demonstrated history of successfully working with a co-located model.
5. Expertise in program development, implementation.
6. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
7. Creative problem solver.
8. Experience building and maintaining relationships with a wide variety of organizations.
9. Demonstrated measurable impact in communities.

Why you should work for us:

• 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. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• 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.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on 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, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER NON MA - 1006C

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and five years of full-time professional satisfactory experience acquired within the last fifteen years, in a health services setting such as a laboratory, hospital, or other patient care facility, or in a public health, environmental health, or mental hygiene program, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial capacity, consisting of managerial experience clearly demonstrating the ability to perform difficult and responsible managerial work, requiring independent decision-making concerning program management, planning, allocation of resources, and the scheduling and assignment of work.

2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. Education may be substituted for experience on the basis that each 30 graduate semester credits from an accredited college in hospital administration, public health, public administration, business administration, management or administration can be substituted for one year of non-managerial experience up to a maximum of 60 semester credits for two years. However, all candidates must have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree and 18 months of managerial experience as described in "1" above.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.