Public Health Solutions The Bronx , NY 10457
Posted 2 months ago
Company Overview:
Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support New Yorkers and their families in achieving optimal health and building pathways to reach their potential. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV/AIDS. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org.
Benefits Overview:
Hybrid Work Schedule
Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits
Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
403(b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions
College Savings Plan
Ongoing trainings and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development
Program Description:
PHS' Community Health and Nutrition Access Program helps New York residents obtain free or low-cost health insurance coverage, apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, also known as Food Stamps), and through our WIC program, provides nutrition education sessions led by WIC nutritionists on healthy eating and physical activity, breastfeeding support, and eWIC cards to purchase nutritious foods. Our staff members are culturally and linguistically competent and identify with the communities they serve. They help clients navigate through what can be a complicated and confusing application process, step by step. Each year, we help over 22,000 people apply for or renew free or low-cost health insurance coverage, 14,000 people to apply for SNAP, and 35,000 eligible pregnant and nursing women and children up to five years of age to enroll in the New York State WIC (Women Infants and Children) Program.
Summary of Position:
Under direct supervision of the Center Manager, the Community Service Aide (CSA) is responsible for all clerical aspects of the job with direct supervision by the Nutritionist. Additionally, the CSA provides financial and residential screenings to WIC applicants to ensure maximum program enrollment and program integrity.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Welcome WIC participants to the Center
Provides general knowledge of WIC program and orientation to new participants
Performs client anthropometric and hematological measurements on site to prevent delay in benefits between physician visits
Undergoes annual anthropometric and hematological training on site
Ensures that all WIC participants receive their WIC benefits, with full explanation on usage
Makes appropriate referrals for WIC participants to other services
Knowledgeable about all center activities and appointment types
Learns best practices associated with the delivery of Participant Centered Nutrition Services (PCNS)
Participates in all other activities that contribute to the efficient operation of the WIC Center
Ability to travel and work at other WIC centers in Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx
Attends all mandatory trainings and meetings
Participates in program outreach to Local Organizations and Community Partners (Subject to travel)
Qualification Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED Certificate
Entry-level computer skills
Bilingual highly preferred (Spanish)
Demonstrated ability for working with the public
Customer service experience preferred
Possess strong communication skills (listening, written, oral, and public speaking)
Dedicated to helping improve the lives of disenfranchised and marginalized communities
Excellent team player with the ability to be flexible and work collaboratively and respectfully
Ability to embrace diversity; Possesses people and cultural competency skills
Work collaboratively both internally and externally and engage in consensus-based decision making
Must be reliable and very organized with strong time management
Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently
Able to assist with receiving, sorting and storing inventory
Salary: $35,200 - $35,200
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don't have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. We look forward to learning more about you!
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals, and veterans
Monday 10:30am-6:00pm Tuesday- Friday 8:30am -4:00pm
35 hours weekly
Public Health Solutions