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About the Role

The Technical Assistance Specialist will provide technical assistance and programmatic guidance to current and potential opioid overdose prevention programs (OOPPs) on implementing successful overdose prevention and naloxone distribution programming, with the goal of preventing overdose deaths in New York City.

Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance and programmatic guidance to registered opioid overdose prevention programs (OOPPs) on program implementation, naloxone distribution, data collection, and reporting
Assist with and conduct research, data cleaning, and analysis on factors related to OOPP success and barriers to naloxone distribution in New York City
Contribute to the development, design, data collection, and analysis of a yearly survey, and other research projects as needed
Maintain records of technical assistance, OOPP dispensing strategies, and other relevant program updates in Microsoft Access Database and Excel
Conduct presentations directly to prospective and current OOPP staff
Collaborate with other OENDU and BADU staff to recruit organizations working with target populations to become OOPPs, using overdose data to inform recruitment strategy
Conduct literature reviews related to naloxone distribution practices
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with OOPP personnel
Design and maintain protocols and other technical assistance documents for OOPPs to improve workflows
Collaborate with Overdose Prevention Training Team to plan, schedule, and deliver Training of Dispensers for OOPPs and/or Training of Responders for community members as needed
Contribute to the development of new materials and resources aimed at preventing overdose and improving OOPP efficiency
Assemble naloxone kits to be dispensed in trainings and maintain records for all kits dispensed
Provide support for packing and mailing of naloxone kits and training related materials and maintain appropriate records for all kits and material mailed and dispensed
Participate in OENDU meetings, including facilitation on a rotating basis
Participate in bureau- and agency-wide activities for advancing racial, gender, and social equity and support efforts to center equity in OENDU’s work
Represent OENDU in intra-Bureau and Divisional workgroups and meetings and liaise and present to community coalitions
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis

Requirements

A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization.
A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization.
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above.
All candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience.
Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required.

Skills

Knowledge of Substance Use and Harm Reduction practice and Theory including syringe exchange, opioid overdose prevention, and/or education for HIV and Hepatitis C prevention.
Sensitive to various ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic conditions
Ability to work independently, have excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills, and be a flexible team player
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing multiple projects and tasks at once
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint and virtual platforms such as Zoom Webinar and Microsoft Teams

Location

New York City

Work Type

Hybrid
Full-time

Experience Level

Entry Level
Mid Level
Senior Level

Education Level

Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree

Salary/Compensations

USD 74536 - USD 74536

Benefits

Premium-free health insurance plan
Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available
Public sector defined benefit pension plan
Tax-deferred savings program
Robust Worksite Wellness Program
Loan Forgiveness

About the Company

The Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use (BADU) works to close gaps and reduce overall morbidity and mortality related to alcohol and substance use among New Yorkers.
The Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Unit (OENDU) within BADU develops and implements initiatives to reduce and prevent opioid overdose deaths in New York City.
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.

Equal Opportunity

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.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals.