10101 - Part-Time Public Health Detailing Program Intern
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.
20 hours per week
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
With an annual budget of $1.6 billion and more than 6,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We're tackling many public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every team member.
This role sits in the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention in the Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW). Seeking to eliminate racial and other inequities resulting in premature mortality and with an unwavering grounding in history and structural analysis, CHECW works to increase the 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 healthcare organizations. CHECW’s work focuses on social determinants of health, including environmental and commercial determinants, and addresses both upstream and downstream factors to improve the health and well-being of New Yorkers. CHECW is a division of the NYC DOHMH.
The Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention (BCDP) strives to reduce the burden of chronic diseases, including heart disease, obesity, and cancer, among New Yorkers. We work to address the impact of structural racism and other injustices that are the root cause of the inequitable prevalence, treatment, and outcomes of chronic diseases in communities of color and among other marginalized communities. BCDP focuses on nutrition, tobacco use, the built environment, cancer screening, and reducing hypertension incidence and impact. BCDP works with government and community partners to employ evidence-based policies, programs, communications, and research to shift environments, change systems, and promote health equity. The Bureau sits within the Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness.
The Public Health Detailing Program sits within the BCDP at the NYC DOHMH. The program works with primary care providers, dentists, pharmacists, and other clinical and community members to improve patient care regarding key public health challenges. Health Department representatives promote clinical preventive services and chronic disease management by delivering brief, targeted messages to healthcare providers, community stakeholders, and staff at practice sites. Detailing “Action Kits” –clinical tools, provider resources, and patient education materials to promote evidence–based best practices – are distributed during visits.
Modeled after the pharmaceutical sales approach, the Public Health Detailing Program builds on DOHMH’s extensive experience in medical provider education, healthcare quality improvement, and community-based health promotion. Public Health Detailing is organized around specific clinical topics, chosen largely because of their anticipated impact on morbidity and mortality. Previous campaigns include Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity, and Breastfeeding.
POSITION OVERVIEW
DOHMH is seeking a Part-Time Public Health Detailing Program Intern to support program activities, including campaign development, qualitative research, and program operations. This part-time, temporary position will run until June 30, 2024, and will be hired through a temp agency. There may be an opportunity to extend beyond this date; however, it is contingent on Agency approval and funding.
The Public Health Detailing Program Intern will work approximately 20 hours per week; the exact days and hours are flexible within the Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm range and will be agreed upon with the program. The Intern will report to the Senior Manager, Programming and Strategy of the Public Health Detailing Program. The position sits at DOHMH. This individual will have the opportunity to participate in a city program's programmatic and operational aspects, with a focus on chronic disease prevention and management. The position will provide a fantastic opportunity to learn and gain skills in the public health arena. The Intern will be exposed to various public health issues and interventions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Programming/Strategy:
- Assist in the development, editing, and review of campaign materials related to chronic disease prevention and aimed at both healthcare providers and patients
- Actively participate in campaign workgroups as well as provide recaps and follow-ups after meetings
- Conduct qualitative research on chronic disease campaign topics
- Ensure the public health detailing webpage is up-to-date and accurate
Operations/Administration:
- Assist in the planning and execution of training (create timelines, checklists, and ensure deadlines are met)
- Maintain a master spreadsheet categorizing historical and current program materials
- Assist in the coordination of material ordering, delivery, and all related logistics
- Book Outlook calendar appointments, as requested
- Help with logistical and administrative day-to-day tasks
QUALIFICATIONS
· Candidate must have completed or be in the process of a master’s degree in one of the following (or related) fields: public health, public policy, public administration
· 2-3 years of public health related work experience
· Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through
· Strong communication, writing, and editing skills
· Ability to work independently, be flexible, and handle changing workloads with multiple projects and changing priorities
· Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Location: DOHMH Gotham Center, 42-09 28th Street, Long Island City, 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.
TO APPLY
To apply, submit a Resume and Cover Letter, including how your experience relates to this position here. Applications without a cover letter or 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.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
You must live in New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) in order to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.
TO APPLY
To apply, upload Resume, including how your experience relates to this position. 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.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- New York, NY, USA