Health Program Coordinator I

Applications to be submitted by July 02, 2024 Compensation Grade: P23 Compensation Details: Minimum: $82,711.00

• Maximum: $82,711.00 Annually Department (OPCHSM) Office of Primary Care Health Systems Management About Health Research, Inc. Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners.
  
  HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships. Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: Health, dental and vision insurance

• Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts

• Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off

• Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support

• Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits

• HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program

• Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more! Job Description:
  
  Responsibilities The Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement manages the New York State Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP). The Health Program Coordinator I will coordinate activities focusing on the usage of NYS PMP data to maximize overdose prevention capacity. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating project planning activities and the expansion of stakeholder engagement. This individual will lead planning sessions with both internal and external partners, refine project scopes, set clear objectives, and align activities with the goals of meeting grant deliverables.
  
  The Health Program Coordinator I will coordinate the dissemination of findings, including the effective distribution of surveys and data collection tools, and the development of reports that synthesize findings for healthcare practitioners and public health officials. They will contribute to creating and implementing educational initiatives aimed at increasing PDMP search rates. Responsibilities also include the development of educational materials and analyzing the effectiveness of these interventions.
  
  Additionally, the Health Program Coordinator I will organize and lead both in-person and virtual meetings with Local Health Departments (LHDs) to discuss strategic applications of PDMP data tailored to meet specific community needs. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of experience in program coordination in a public health, health, health regulatory, or human services related program; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. At least one year of experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management.
  
  A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience in public health, with a strong understanding of Social Determinants of Health. Experience in developing and conducting surveys or other data collection tools, data analysis (qualitative and/or quantitative), and writing reports.
  
  Experience with developing education or training programs, stakeholder engagement, and coordinating planning meetings. Demonstrated excellent communication skills. Conditions of Employment Grant funded position.
  
  Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  
  Travel, up to 10% of the time, will be required. This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available.
  
  HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
  
  Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www.healthresearch.org As the Executive Director of Health Research, Inc. (HRI), I would like to welcome you to HRI's career page. HRI's mission is to build a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs in support of the New York State Department of Health, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and other entities. This achievement is made possible through the recruitment of highly talented and qualified individuals.
  
  As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, we at HRI pride ourselves on our longstanding dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. This commitment is reflected in our equal opportunity employment policy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  
  HRI embraces and values all dimensions of diversity, equity, and inclusion in order to make HRI a welcoming environment and to best serve the needs of the various public health and research programs throughout New York State. HRI is committed to fostering a diverse pool of qualified candidates, and we warmly invite you to apply to any open position(s) that interest you.