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Job Description

Public Health Adviser I-51191 Open to candidates who are permanent in the civil service title or to those eligible candidates who have successfully filed for PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISER Exam No. 5116 within the filing period From: October 9, 2024 To: October 29, 2024 or PROMOTION TO PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISER Exam No. 5541 within the filing period From: October 9, 2024 To: October 29, 2024.

Join the Bureau of Tuberculosis Control as a Public Health Advisor I within the specialized Immigrant and Refugee Unit , based on-site at the Morrisania Chest Center in the Bronx . In this critical role, you will apply case management principles to connect with individuals arriving in NYC who have known risk factors for TB infection or disease. You will provide direct outreach, assist with case management tasks like scheduling appointments and follow-up reminders, collaborate closely with clinic staff and community partners, and maintain accurate records under supervision. This is a foundational role offering the chance to gain valuable public health experience while directly supporting the well-being of immigrant and refugee communities and contributing to TB prevention efforts in NYC. Meticulous documentation and strong communication skills are key to success in this position .

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

- Conduct interviews/re-interviews and provide culturally sensitive education to patients infected with (or at risk for) TB, particularly within immigrant and refugee communities.

- Refer patients to appropriate diagnostic facilities for medical examination and treatment.

- Establish and maintain effective communication with co-workers, supervisors, managers, and community partners to support patient care coordination.

- Report accurately on the outcomes of clinical evaluations for TB among people identified as at-risk.

- Present concise updates during team meetings.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

- Experience in case management, patient navigation, or public health outreach.

- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations, including those with limited English proficiency.

- Organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

- Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative and judgment, as well as collaboratively within a team.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

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:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.

o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.

o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.

o a tax-deferred savings program and

o 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 [email protected] or 347-396-6549.

PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISER - 51191

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, including or supplemented by twelve semester credits in health education, or in health, social or biological sciences; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and six months of full-time satisfactory experience in a health promotion or disease intervention/prevention program, performing one or more of the following: interviewing, conducting field investigations, assessing health risks, making referrals, or collecting and analyzing epidemiological data; or

3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "2" above; or

4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2" or "3" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of full-time experience. However, all candidates must have a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and either twelve semester credits as described in "1" above or six months of experience as described in "2" above.

Additional Requirements

A. To be assigned to Assignment Level II, candidates must have, in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements listed above, at least one year of experience as a Public Health Adviser, Assignment Level I, or at least one additional year of experience as described in Qualification Requirement "2" above.

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.

Salary Min: $ 44,003.00

Salary Max: $ 50,603.00