A Program Coordinator coordinates ongoing program activity, or a group of related projects, for a company or organization, usually performing administrative or human resources tasks.
Health Education Program Coordinator - YMSM Program AIDS Center of Queens County, Inc. - 3.5 Woodside, NY Job Details Full-time $66,300 a year 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Working with LGBTQ+ individuals Spanish Staff supervision Teamwork Program management Management Social service program staff supervision Reproductive health education Master's degree Cultural competency Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
HIV/AIDS
care Experience working with individuals from underserved communities Full Job Description At the AIDS Center of Queens County (ACQC), our mission is to prevent HIV, STIs, and other chronic illnesses, and promote health and wellness in the communities we serve. This is accomplished by providing health education and intervention services using a harm reduction approach and evidence-based practices in a friendly, respectful, and culturally sensitive environment. ACQC is seeking a Health Education Program Coordinator to oversee YMSM (Young Men who have Sex with Men) at risk for HIV, HCV, and STIs. The program goals are to provide comprehensive services that include testing, education, prevention, and other related services, specifically to communities of color. Responsibilities Manage and oversee day-to-day program activities. Supervision of all program staff. Conduct on-going needs assessment including a review of the characteristics, statistics, and data to develop or design services that are specific, sensitive and culturally relevant to the target populations. Conduct chart reviews and evaluations. Coordinate case conferences in collaboration with the Program Director. Conduct monthly meetings with staff. Ensure training for program staff is up to date and meets program and agency requirements. Provide individual health and education and risk reduction counseling to program clients/peers. Facilitate health education and risk reduction counseling groups to assist clients with planning, achieving, and maintaining positive behavioral change. Recruit, supervise and train peer educators. Conduct presentations/lectures in the community to increase awareness, build general support for safe behaviors, support personal risk-reduction efforts, and/or provide general information about programs and services available such as PrEP/PEP. Coordinate program activities with other community-based organizations. Maintain accurate and up-to-date client/peer charts. Oversee data entry, ensuring that program data is entered correctly and in a timely manner. Monitor and assist with social media activities. Submit weekly program progress reporting and monthly narrative of program activities. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Education and Prevention.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field required (i.e., public health or social work); Master's degree preferred. Must have 1-2 years of supervisory experience. Driver's license in good standing Must be flexible with schedule, willing to work long days, evenings, and weekends. Strong knowledge and understanding of HIV/STIs and other related issues. Strong organizational skills are required. Strong written and oral communication skills. Fluent in one or more targeted community languages (Spanish preferred) Must be culturally competent and able to work with non-traditional backgrounds in terms of gender identity and sexuality, and able to convey sensitivity and non-judgement in all communications. The Health Education Program Coordinator is a full-time, exempt position based in Woodside, Queens, with convenient access to the LIRR and the #7 subway line. The ideal candidate will lead and support health education initiatives that promote awareness, prevention, and overall well-being—particularly in the areas of HIV and sexually transmitted infections—while ensuring programs are effectively organized, supervised, and delivered to the community. ACQC offers meaningful work in a collaborative environment, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a pension plan, paid time off, and commuter benefits. ACQC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Please forward a cover letter and resume to the attention of the Director of Education.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$66,300.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
