In addition to all duties in Program Coordinator I, Program Coordinator II will perform these duties:
- Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.
- Develops, implements and manages projects and/or initiatives regarding Post overdose outreach, education, and linkage to care
- Develops and implements activities to ensure effective operations and compliance with established standards and/or contracted goals & objectives
- Serves as a Team Leader on specific projects, specifically training and orientation of new staff post overdose initiatives and projects
- Coordinates activities which may include: fiscal monitoring; grant writing; monitoring of funded programs or agencies to ensure compliance; report preparation and writing; and assisting with developing and distributing communications, brochures and educational materials
- Delivers services according to established program protocol
- Coordinates/oversees activities within post overdose initiatives and special projects which may include: crisis management, patient navigation, business outreach, trainings and naloxone distribution
- Provides case management duties as assigned
- Collaborates and meets with management staff to determine program requirements, standards and goals
- Evaluates projects or initiatives to determine effectiveness and to recommend changes/improvements
- May supervise employees; trains and evaluates staff; reviews the work of subordinates for completeness, accuracy and content
- Assists in overseeing specialized research and evaluation projects
- Performs other duties as required.
This job description is based on the Program Coordinator Series. May be required to perform any and all duties and
responsibilities of Program Coordinator I1, as set forth in the BPHC Program Coordinator Series.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of or willingness to learn about the role of public health in addressing racism, the social determinants of health, and inequities in health outcomes as well as strategies to advance racial justice and health equity.
- Master's degree in Public Health, Health Policy Administration, Social Work or a related discipline, such as sociology, organizational psychology, public health nursing, or health communications required; OR BA/BS and 2 years of equivalent experience in public health program coordination, management and/or community organizing; OR 5 years of equivalent experience in public health program coordination, management and/or
community organizing may be substituted for undergraduate degree.
- Licenses, certifications or program specific experience may be required by grant or program needs.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating and implementing complex projects.
- Demonstrated experience or related requirements as established by the program may be needed.
- Experience working with active drug users required.
- Ability to write clear, concise reports, and to follow and to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
- Ability to understand, explain, apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures of unit activities.
- Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work; evaluating and motivating staff; determining the need for disciplinary action; and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action.
- Must hold a valid Massachusetts Driver's License with safe driving record (copy of driving record will be required.)
- Ability to establish rapport with others and to maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
- Advanced knowledge & experience with MSOffice, MSWord/Excel.
- Advanced experience with and knowledge of local community agencies and health care providers.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability of developing timelines and meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrated cultural competence with the diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic groups.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
- Bilingual and/or bicultural applicants encouraged to apply.
The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti-racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices.
- City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway-Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid-Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district.
- A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.
- Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties.
- Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification.
- Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded.
- The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply.
- Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification.
- The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion.
Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM
$1,230.58 - $1,452.23 / wk
