Special Assistant to the Directors of MH, Correctional Health Services

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a Special Assistant to support the Chief and Clinical Directors of Mental Health. This full-time role involves executive management, strategic development, and administrative tasks within the correctional health services division. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and relevant degrees in health or social work.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Paid Holidays and Vacation

College tuition discounts

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• Experience in health care systems environment is necessary.
• Strong skills in communication, organization, and collaboration expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in strategic planning, organization, and program implementation.
• Provide executive administrative assistance including scheduling and data organization.
• Track discipline-specific meetings and communicate actions to staff.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Special Assistant to the Directors of MH, Correctional Health Services

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers, without exception, to live the healthiest life possible. Visit us at nychhc.org and stay connected on facebook.com/nycHHC or Twitter@hhcnyc.

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation’s leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS leverages the resources of the nation’s largest municipal health care system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City’s criminal justice reform efforts.

Work Shifts

Shift: 8a-4p

Days: Mon-Fri

Facility: Trailer 1 on Rikers Island

Job Description

Summary of position:

This full-time position reports directly to the Chief and Clinical and Medical Directors of Mental Health in the Division of Correctional Health Services and is responsible for assisting them in the executive management and strategic development of their respective services (e.g. psychiatry, creative arts therapy, psychology and counseling) in the NYC jail system. The expectation is that the Special Assistant will support the Chief and Clinical and Medical Directors and coordinate among them and the other Directors and Deputy Directors, Associate Chief, mental health line staff, Department of Correction (DOC) personnel, and CHS leadership to carry out key projects and ensure that the operations of their services are managed effectively.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist the Chief and Clinical and Medical Directors in strategic planning, organization, and implementation of programs, initiatives, and quality assurance/quality improvement measures related to the provision of their services in the NYC jail system.
• Provide executive administrative assistance to the Chief and Clinical and Medical Directors, including scheduling, meeting organization, staff communications, organization of data, and preparation of presentation material.
• Participate in and track the progress of discipline-specific meetings and planning sessions, create minutes, and communicate and follow-up on actions to relevant staff.
• Serve as a point-of-contact for administrative matters for the Chief and Clinical and Medical Directors in communications with mental health line staff, DOC personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain databases that track key clinical, quality improvement, and staff education programs.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Chief of Service or Clinical or Medical Director.

Department Preferences:

• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Mastery of Microsoft Office applications and other administrative software
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work collaboratively with senior staff in various disciplines, including DOC staff

Minimum Qualifications

1.Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, Psychology or Rehabilitation Counseling; and one (1) year of full-time experience in medically-oriented health care and medical support systems environment; or
2.Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in disciplines listed in “1” above; and two(2)years of full-time experience in medically-oriented health care and medical support systems environment; or
3.A satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience, in which each year of relevant training and/or experience can be substituted for 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university. However, all applicants must at least have a Bachelor’s degree or its educational equivalent.

How To Apply

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NYC Health + Hospitals / Correctional Health Services

Talent Acquisition

Human Resources Department
55 Water Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10041
Attn: Talent Acquisition

If applying online, please include your cover letter in the same file attachment with your uploaded resume.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities