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POSITION TITLE: Legacy Intern
PROJECT NAME: Supporting participant engagement in public health and social services
ORGANIZATION: Public Health Solutions
LOCATION/JOB-TYPE: Remote
Organization Description
Public Health Solutions provide a range of services to vulnerable New Yorkers across the five boroughs. We have long observed that lack of coordination between social services create confusion and increase of barriers to access, particularly for vulnerable New Yorkers. We are committed to implement a Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) strategy where clients are supported for the broad range of needs and priorities they have. From using SDOH screening tools to simply asking “What matters to you most now”, we seek to engage potential and existing recipients of services in conversations that can better define what best meet their needs. Our legacy internship partnership with the CUNY’s School of Public Health seek to support PHS in addressing this challenge. In 2020, the inaugural intern conducted a landscape analysis of tools currently used at PHS and led interviews with multiple PHS staff to elicit what the gaps were and formulate recommendations about addressing these gaps. In 2021, we are turning our attention to PHS clients to gain a better understanding of their priorities with regards to services coordination.
Position Description
The main activities of this internship will be focused on strengthening our understanding of client’s perceptions and priorities regarding coordination of SDOH services.
1) Brief desk literature review of appropriate best practices and client engagement strategies regarding coordination of social services aimed at addressing SDOH needs
2) Analyze data from existing client satisfaction survey and present results and key lessons learned
3) In collaboration with the Supervisor, develop and pilot a client-focused survey to:
* Deepen our understanding of client’s goals and expectations regarding service coordination
* Elicit information about social services coordination, what is needed, and what success is
4) Conduct the survey
5) Analyze and present results and recommendations.
In addition, the selected intern may be asked to actively collaborate on another related projects focused on client engagement and participation in the definition of quality. This may include
6) Participating in other survey data collection and data analysis as requested
7) Conducting additional literature review
Student responsibilities and activities: With guidance and support from the supervisors, the student will be in charge of executing the work plan laid out in the activities above.
Skills & Qualifications
This practicum is ideal for students interested in translational or implementation science and passionate about equity and community engagement. Project management skills and interest in simple survey information with a mix of qualitative and quantitative elements. Ability to establish an excellent rapport with colleagues. Spanish preferred, but not required. Previous experience (even brief) working in social services preferred, but not required.
Final product(s)/deliverables: Survey results presentation and recommendation.
Additional Information
Financial compensation possible.
How to Apply
To apply, e-mail your CV/resume and a brief cover letter to Mireille Mclean at mmclean@healthsolutions.org . Please be sure to tailor your cover letter to the role and let us know about any experience you have (through work, courses, etc.) working with basic survey data. Please also be sure to reference any familiarity/experience you may have with the framework of coordinated care or services.
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POSITION: Research Assistant
ORGANIZATION: BronxWorks – Bronx PEACH program
Organization Description
BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and is guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 37 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.
Position Description
BronxWorks is hiring a volunteer Research Assistant for its Bronx PEACH Program
Under the direction of the Program Manager, the research assistant will provide administrative support to program manager and program staff in the administrative needs of the program and the team. Furthermore, candidate will be responsible for research duties including obtaining consent form and conducting assessment from eligible clients.
Reporting to the Program Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible to perform a variety of programmatic, administrative, and clerical tasks.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to articulate the mission, objectives of the PEACH program, (Promote Earned Income Tax Credit to Support At-Risk Children)
- Answer phones and field all calls, delegate questions and issues to the necessary preparers or management.
- Supporting the outreach team.
- Provide customer follow-up and other general office administrative duties as assigned.
- Schedule appointments for clients
- Assist PEACH clients as needed.
- Assist Program Manager in the reconciliation of management and grant reports on a monthly basis.
- Assist with all database entry and report management.
- Provide team with support obtaining consents and conducting assessments.
- Help create and update client files.
- Provide general support to visitors and act as point of contact for program clients.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
- Graduate level – Public health student
- A minimum of one to two years’ of prior work experience in programmatic, administrative and clerical tasks. Research based knowledge preferred.
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
- Engaging “consumer service” personality and detailed orientated skills are essential.
- Bi-lingual fluency in Spanish preferred.
- Flexible schedule available, must work 18 hours a week. Some Saturdays required.
- Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required.
- CITI certificates required- Human Subject Research and Conflict of Interest
- IRS Volunteer Standard of Conduct Certification required.
How to Apply
For consideration, submit a cover letter and resume; all application materials should be addressed to Kateryn Ferreira, Program Director to kaferrei@montefiore.org
BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity, and in accordance with federal, state and local laws, does not discriminate unlawfully against employees and applicants for employment on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, military status, national origin (including ancestry), predisposing genetic characteristic, race, sex, gender, actual or perceived sexual orientation (including actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality and asexuality), status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. Advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English language is required. Authorization to work in the United States for any employer is mandatory.
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POSITION: Cancer Research Training Award (CRTA) Fellow
ORGANIZATION: The Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP), Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS), National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Position Description
The Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program (EGRP), Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences (DCCPS), National Cancer Institute (NCI), has an opening for a Cancer Research Training Award (CRTA) Fellow for cancer survivorship research.
For a full description of the position, visit https://epi.grants.cancer.gov/about/jobs.html#fellow-cteb
This fellowship opportunity is within EGRP’s Clinical and Translational Epidemiology Branch (CTEB). To learn more about CTEB, visit https://epi.grants.cancer.gov/clinical/
Qualifications
- Master’s or doctorate degree in epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, pharmacology, or a related discipline.
- A strong interest in cancer, including risk prediction, detection, treatment, and survivorship; clinical and translational epidemiology and public health; and data analysis.
- Experience reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing scientific literature; managing and analyzing epidemiologic and other data; scientific writing; and working on scientific teams.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of terminology relating to cancer epidemiology, cancer treatment, and cancer survivorship.
- The ability to work independently and on teams.
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
How to apply
All application materials must be submitted electronically to nciEGRPjobs@mail.nih.gov. Please include the following in the e-mail subject line: CTEB CRTA 2021.
Inquiries:
Audrey Wellons, M.P.H. at audrey.wellons@nih.gov
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POSITION: Program Evaluation Intern
ORGANIZATION: WorkWell NYC
JOB-TYPE: Part-time
Organization Description
WorkWell NYC is a joint worksite wellness initiative between the Mayor’s Office of Labor Relations (OLR) and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) that focuses on improving the health and productivity of the City’s workforce of over 370,000 employees. WorkWell NYC’s core mission is to create workplaces that engage and empower employees to live healthy, active lifestyles and to provide health and well-being services, programs, and resources for employees and their families. To achieve this goal, WorkWell NYC develops and implements programming across key areas: healthy eating, physical activity, mental well-being, preventative health behaviors, and health equity. Some of WorkWell NYC’s current initiatives include physical activity challenges, a worksite vaccination campaign, and chronic disease prevention programming.
Position Description
WorkWell NYC seeks an independent and highly motivated Program Evaluation Intern to provide monitoring and evaluation support for a variety of worksite wellness initiatives that aim to improve the health and well-being of City of New York employees.
The WorkWell NYC Program Evaluation Assistant will support public health program monitoring and evaluation through data entry, tracking program outcomes, and developing systematic reviews for relevant research. The position requires the candidate to work 20 hours per week and will be compensated at a rate of $17/hour. The candidate will begin as soon as possible and commit through December, 2021. Potential to extend the internship will be based on performance.
Responsibilities:
Researching innovative and effective workplace wellness programming in relevant topic areas
- Working with the Program Evaluator to support successful monitoring and evaluation of workplace wellness programs (i.e. physical activity challenges, vaccination clinics, and chronic disease prevention)
- Compiling and summarizing data
- Create and present reports on summarized data for ongoing and completed programs
- Attend staff meetings and other WorkWell NYC meetings as requested by their supervisor
- Other program support, as assigned
Skills & Qualifications
Have a strong skill set in data entry and management, specifically in Microsoft Excel; proficiency in other statistical software like Stata, R, SPSS is a plus
- Be highly attentive to detail and meticulous in data entry and management
- Be a highly motivated self-starter who is flexible and able to balance multiple assignments with deadlines
- Have taken at least one course each in program evaluation, statistics, and epidemiology
- Have previous experience with researching and developing systematic reviews
- Have previous experience with public health program monitoring and evaluation
- Have previous experience with worksite wellness program monitoring and evaluation
- Have previous experience with the City of New York in health and wellness promotions
How to Apply
Candidates may send a cover letter and resume via email to Victoria Good, victoria.good@olr.nyc.gov, using the subject line “WorkWell NYC Program Evaluation Intern”.
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POSITION: Various
ORGANIZATION: WomenWerk
JOB-TYPE: Part-time
WomenWerk is now accepting applications for their 2021-2022 Leadership Team. The obligation would entail bi-weekly meetings and 15 hours per week for the various positons listed below.
A $500 stipend is offered and WOC are strongly encouraged to apply!
Available roles:
- Communications & Digital Talent:
Responsible for creating WomenWerk’s digital materials, including flyers and adverts. Experience with Canva/Photoshop and video creatives a plus. Responsible for managing social media, blog and communications/PR strategy. Please provide work samples.
- Community Outreach:
Responsible for publicity on online forums and events, networking, and community building. Residence in NYC preferred.
- Strategy & Partnerships:
Responsible for developing and executing organizational strategy across all committees to improve WomenWerk presence and expand vision of organization. Responsible for building key partnerships and securing resources to provide funding for WomenWerk initiatives and events.
- Event Operations:
Responsible for coordinating logistics and operations at WomenWerk events. Attention to detail and project management skills required.
How to apply
To apply, email a tailored resume and short cover letter with your role of interest to WomenWerk@gmail.com. Feel free to also email us with any questions!
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POSITION: Green Girls College Intern (2 openings available)
ORGANIZATION: The City Parks Foundation, Green Girls Empowered by ING Summer Institute
Organization Description
City Parks Foundation (CPF) is the only independent, nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs of New York City. At CPF, we are dedicated to invigorating and transforming parks into dynamic, vibrant centers of urban life through sports, arts, community development, and education programs for all New Yorkers. Our programs and community building initiatives — located in more than 350 parks, recreation centers, and public schools across New York City — reach 425,000 people each year.
Position Description
The CityParks Green Girls Empowered by ING Summer Institute is a Science program that engages up to 40 middle school girls, ages 10-13, in five weeks of fun-filled outdoor adventures. Based in the Bronx and Queens, Green Girls study the dynamic urban forests of New York’s parks, encouraging them to realize their potential to create change within their natural environment and learn about future careers in the sciences. Whether bird-watching, canoeing, conducting science projects or doing service projects, Green Girls develop a new understanding of natural ecosystems in our city.
CPF has created this opportunity for talented college students to gain hands-on experience working with youth, and to explore environmental science education while helping to promote stewardship and supporting positive youth development. Green Girls Summer Institute program will operate Monday to Thursday from 9:30am-3:30pm for 5 weeks, July 6th- August 12th.
CPF is seeking a College Intern to support the Green Girls Program Manager/Educator in providing instruction and guidance to middle school girls program hours for up to 150 paid hours. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of environmental science and basic understanding of youth development. This summer the Green Girls Summer Institute program will take place in-person at Socrates Sculpture Park, Queens NY and Shoelace Park (playground), Bronx NY.
How to Apply
To view the full description of the position and for instructions to apply, click here.
To view a flyer about the program, click here.
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POSITION: SRH Intern
ORGANIZATION: Public Health Solutions
LOCATION: Remote
Organization Description
Health disparities among New Yorkers are large, persistent, and increasing. Public Health Solutions (PHS) exists to change that trajectory and support vulnerable New York City 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 vulnerable 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. To learn more about our work, please visit healthsolutions.org.
Position Description
Public Health Solutions (PHS) is seeking a summer intern for its Sexual and Reproductive Health Capacity Building (SRH-CB) Program, which sits within the Neighborhood Health Division of PHS. The SRH-CB program leads Quality Improvement (QI) and research projects which aim to improve the quality of sexual and reproductive health services in primary care and behavioral health settings, among others. Completed in 2016, our pilot project support federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) over two years through a Quality Improvement Learning Collaborative (QILC) through which we introduced select evidence-based practices in contraceptive care and facilitated QI work through coaching, training, and technical assistance. After demonstrating significant improvements in contraceptive care, the SRH-CB program published a toolkit and expanded its work into other healthcare settings.
For the full flyer and job description, click here.
How to Apply
Please send resume and cover letter to Dayana Bermudez at dbermudez@healthsolutions.org.
For more information about Public Health Solutions visit our website at www.healthsolutions.org.
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POSITION: Graduate Intern
ORGANIZATION: Sachs Policy Group
JOB-TYPE: Part-time (full-time in the summer), with the opportunity to become full time when finished
Click here for the full job description.
About the Position
SPG is seeking graduate-level interns for both the summer and fall semester to assist in policy analysis, project management, and research assistance in support of SPG’s clients’ needs. The interns will work with clients where project needs occur, with consideration of the intern’s prior experience and interests. Projects will be dictated by client priorities and may vary from week to week.
The internship will be a part-time position (full-time for a summer internship) and will include a bi-weekly stipend, with the possibility to become a full-time position when the internship is over.
To apply, email your resume and writing sample to jobs@sachspolicy.com