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Director, Outreach and Community Partnerships

Staten Island, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=166+Port+Richmond+Ave+Staten+Island+NY+USA+10302) • Prevention & Intervention

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Title:Director, Outreach and Community Partnerships

Department:Prevention & Intervention

Reports To:Associate Vice President of Prevention and Intervention

Position Status:Full Time

FLSA Status:Exempt

Pay & Benefits:The pay range for this role is generally$66,300 - $71,300 annually, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. Additionally, we offer an excellent benefits package that includes generous paid time off (4 weeks of vacation plus paid holidays, personal, and sick time), medical, dental, vision, supplemental benefits including employer provided basic life insurance and employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement and fitness reimbursement after 1 year of employment, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and more!

Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI) drives dramatic improvements in the health of New Yorkers by feeding people who are hungry, healing families broken apart by violence, and bridging the gaps between people and the compassionate health care they deserve. CHASI serves the most vulnerable individuals, families, and communities with critical services and programs. CHASI provides outreach, education, prevention, and direct support services for populations most affected by health disparities – the poor and working poor, low income people with chronic illnesses, persons with criminal justice involvement, substance users, domestic violence survivors, people of color, and the LGBTQ community.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Outreach and Community Partnerships will lead the planning and execution of community partnership development for CHASI programs and HIV/HCV & STI testing services. The Director of Outreach & Community Partnerships is responsible for establishing new external collaborations that support HIV/HCV & STI testing and prevention efforts and will develop outreach education & strategies that support an agency-wide engagement & recruitment plan.

The Director of Outreach and Community Partnerships will oversee agency outreach event coordination, ensuring all new testing staff receives media and outreach training. Additionally, the Director of Outreach and Community Partnerships will assist in the revisions and development of policies related to outreach and community partnership development. These functions are conducted at CHASI sites and off-site in various community-based settings and venues, including the Mobile Health Unit.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to grow and deepen CHASI’s presence across Staten Island, in collaboration with the Director of Testing & STI services and Associate Vice President of Prevention & Intervention.

+ Manage relationships and develop collaborations with relevant external partners to support HIV/HCV Testing Services and PrEP/PEP services.

+ Organize, adapt, and deliver effective presentations about CHASI services, with a focus on HIV/HCV services and PrEP/PEP services for the purposes of building relationships and expanding client base.

+ Responsible for the supervision of Outreach Associate(s) and stipend peers.

+ Stay informed about all HIV testing and prevention efforts and best practices locally and nationally.

+ Update the annual Targeted Recruitment Plan for NYSDOH.

+ Track and manage all division testing and prevention event outcomes.

+ Develop workflows and documentation tools to accurately evaluate and capture the success of the outreach plan, updating the plan as needed to meet the agency’s goals.

+ Use software to map and monitor outreach efforts (Google Maps, AIRS, CHASI database).

+ Lead CHASI Outreach Committee meetings.

+ Maintain a supportive and positive, communicative, and culturally competent work environment, keeping the staff motivated.

+ Organize and facilitate regular staff meetings and trainings.

+ Represent CHASI in meetings and forums in a professional manner.

+ Perform all functions in alignment with CHASI’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, community organizing, or other related area required; high school diploma or equivalency and significant additional related work experience above the minimum described below may be considered in lieu of a college degree.

+ At least 4 years of experience providing and coordinating community outreach; working with persons at high risk of HIV, HCV, and STIs; and/or providing prevention, testing and referral services required.

+ At least 2 years of experience supervising staff required.

+ Experience managing outreach and HIV testing and prevention programs, with a demonstrated focus on results and outcomes.

+ Ability to lead teams made up of staff from various departments in a positive way for optimal development and growth.

+ Ability to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure.

+ Strong commitment to serving marginalized populations, understanding of stigma, and ability to work with individuals with diverse backgrounds, abilities, experiences, and talents.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

CHASI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and supporting a diverse staff.

All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or marital status.

Salary Description

$66,300- $71,300