Assistant Director of Community Engagement & Advocacy Position Available In Bronx, New York

Assistant Director of Community Engagement & Advocacy BOOM!Health – 3.1 Bronx, NY Job Details Full-time $60,000 – $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 403(b) Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Spanish Bachelor of Science Mid-level Bachelor’s degree Organizational skills Budgeting 4 years Communication skills

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Assistant Director of Community Engagement & AdvocacY Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Community Engagement & Advocacy will lead agency-wide efforts that serve to further BOOM!Health’s community organizing, advocacy and mobilization priorities in alignment with the agency’s vision/mission and strategic priorities. The Assistant Director will cultivate new and existing relationships with BOOM!Health participants and our partners in the community, including other community based organizations, healthcare providers, elected/government officials, and advocacy groups. Primary Duties & Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ensure Access Health program meets program deliverables Supervise advocacy/community engagement team members Plan and organize public events such as community meetings, workshops, trainings, and policy briefings. Cultivate and maintain relationships with coalition members, government officials, allied organizations, and other community stakeholders of the Bronx and New York City. Represent BOOM!Health on local and statewide coalitions. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports that track activities, progress, and accomplishments Lead revitalization of Participant and Consumer Advisory Boards. Build and improve participant/client communication mechanisms. Create opportunities for participant-led programming and events. Ensure appropriate social media presence is maintained at all times Strengthen and maintain advocacy as a core value of the organizational culture. Mentor advocacy among staff, peer advocates and program participants/clients. Foster teambuilding and advocacy/communications skill development. Prepare budget documents as requested by funding source Prepare vouchers when needed and or collaborate with finance team Review program documents completed by team under supervision Provide supervision and guidance to advocacy department Assist in hiring program staff Ensure all programs deliverables are met by contracts under supervision(BHAN, Access Health) Assist grant writing team in order to secure future funding. Complete other duties as assigned by SVP and CEO.

Qualifications/Criteria:

Minimum of four years of experience working with special populations, including communities of color, the LGBTQ community, people living with HIV and HCV, active drug users and the homeless. Deep understanding of and commitment to harm reduction theory and practice. Demonstrated commitment to advocacy/activism, particularly in the areas of HIV/AIDS, HCV, homelessness and drug policy. Outstanding oral and written communication skills. Exceptional organizational skills, including program documentation. Knowledge of and experience with policy analysis, coalition building and stakeholder relations.

Education:

MA preferred or BA/BS degree in relevant field of study. •We follow the NYC Workplace Vaccination requirements. BOOM!HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals who have personal experience with drug use, PLWHA, women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, and the formerly incarcerated are strongly encouraged to apply Please visit our website: www.boomhealth.org for information about the company. Compensation competitive; based on clinical ability & experience. Excellent benefits, including Major Medical, Dental, Pension match after 1 year. Close to all public transportation. We are a Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates are subject to a drug test. NYC law prohibits us from requiring you to share information about your current or past salary. Although we may discuss salary expectations with you, you should not interpret any of our questions as seeking or requiring information about your current or past salary.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Language:

Spanish (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 50% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person