HHAP Program Coordinator, Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health

The Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW) seeks to eliminate racial and other inequities resulting in premature mortality. With an unwavering grounding in history and structural analysis, CHECW works to increase 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 health care organizations. CHECW's work focuses on social determinants of health, including environmental and commercial determinants, and addresses both upstream and downstream factors to improve health and well-being of New Yorkers. CHECW is comprised of the Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention, the Bureau of Health Equity Capacity Building, the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems and the Bureau of Finance, Administration and Services. The division's Deputy Commissioner also serves as the Agency's Chief Equity Officer and oversees Race to Justice, the Agency's internal reform effort to help our staff learn what they can do to better address racial health gaps and improve health outcomes for all New Yorkers. The division's Deputy Commissioner also serves as the Agency's Chief Medical Officer.

The Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health: Formerly known as Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Centers, the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health will continue to provide oversight and leadership in the programming and planning for the East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center will satellite programming and planning also occurring at the Central Harlem District Health Office. This bureau also provides oversight in programming for the East Harlem Asthma Center of Excellence. This bureau will support programming, planning and research opportunities to address racial inequities resulting in premature mortality in East and Central Harlem. The Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health seeks to hire a Program Coordinator with emphasis on Harlem Health Advocacy Partners (HHAP).

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To

Support broader bureau and divisional CHW goals, including training, certification, workforce development and opportunity to undertake reimbursable activities.

Provide technical assistance to HHAP partners. Includes connecting them to community engagement opportunities within the bureau and identifying local entities to establish relationships for outreach and/or bidirectional referrals.

Work with the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health's Community Engagement team and others to assist in developing and promoting key partnerships/working relationships.

Serve as a representative to government and non-government partners, including maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and connecting partners as appropriate.

Work collaboratively with members of various CHECW bureaus to identify strategies to mitigate challenges experienced through technical assistance and provision of direct support.

Respond to inquiries about HHAP from community organizations, individuals and others as needed.

Support Director in HHAP oversite including scheduling meetings, taking minutes, maintaining routine workflows adhering to project timelines; Support with HHAP community engagement data entries into agency's Public Health Partners Connect as needed.

Preferred Skills

Highly organized, and collaborative team player, able to build effective relationships across organizations.

Ability to work both as a team member and independently; flexible, managerial skills comfortable juggling multiple projects and tasks.

Creative problem-solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, highly motivated and able to coordinate multiple projects/tasks in and outside community settings.

Experience working with community-based organizations.

Ability to work closely with all levels of staff inside and outside the agency.

Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software

Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.?

Why You Should Work For Us

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [email protected] or 347-396-6549.

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Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.