Community Health Worker - Asthma Coordinator

Job Title: Community Health Worker
Department: Congestion Pricing - Bronx Asthma Initiative Grant
Division: Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness
Bureau: Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health

Location: 1826 Arthur Avenue Bronx, NY 10457, 234 East 149th Street Bronx, NY 10451
Reports to Title: Asthma Program Manager
Direct Reports Title(s): N/A

Schedule & Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Workplace Flexibility Modality:
Work Environment: Hospital/Office

Grant End Date: 6/30/2027

Salary: $60,000
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Who We Are:

The Fund for Public Health in New York City (FPHNYC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.  To this end, in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), FPHNYC incubates innovative public health initiatives implemented by DOHMH to advance community health throughout the city. It facilitates partnerships, often new and unconventional, between government and the private sector to develop, test, and launch new initiatives. These collaborations speed the execution of demonstration projects, effect expansion of successful pilot programs, and support rapid implementation to meet the public health needs of individuals, families, and communities across New York City.

Our Culture:

We embrace a culture of learning, collaboration, innovation, and well-being, where open communication drives our impact.

About The Role:

The NYC Department of Health is seeking a Community Health Worker to provide point-of-care caregiver and family education for pediatric asthma self-management and support. 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.

This position is grant-funded.

About the Program:

• Engage pediatric-patients, caregivers and their families in the pediatric emergency room, the inpatient pediatric floor, and over the phone to assess causes of asthma exacerbation. 
• Assess baseline knowledge and fill in knowledge gaps using educational materials to describe physiology, medications and triggers for asthma.
• Provide education about hospital and health department resources to help control asthma and mitigate environmental triggers
• Provide education on Medication Administration Forms
• Review asthma action plans
• Assess for health-related social needs and refer as needed to programs such as,
  • Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
  • Refer to internal or external case management services within health system or health department funded organizations when other issues are identified.
• Review medication prescriptions to ensure appropriate asthma medication, discuss with ED provider about needed optimization, and address any barriers related to the pharmacy or patient’s insurance.
• Assist in facilitation of follow-up appointment scheduling with primary care provider, subspecialist, or clinical representative from the office of school health.
• Document each patient encounter in detail in electronic medical record.
• Collect and summarize data to monitor patient touches, changes in outcomes
• Take part in public health detailing initiatives in the South Bronx when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

•  Engage pediatric-patients, caregivers and their families in the pediatric emergency room, the inpatient pediatric floor, and over the phone to assess causes of asthma exacerbation. 
• Assess baseline knowledge and fill in knowledge gaps using educational materials to describe physiology, medications and triggers for asthma. 
• Provide education about hospital and health department resources to help control asthma and mitigate environmental triggers 
• Provide education on Medication Administration Forms
• Review asthma action plans 
•  Assess for health-related social needs and refer as needed to programs such as,
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) 
•  Refer to internal or external case management services within health system or health department funded organizations when other issues are identified.
•  Review medication prescriptions to ensure appropriate asthma medication, discuss with ED provider about needed optimization, and address any barriers related to the pharmacy or patient’s insurance.
• Assist in facilitation of follow-up appointment scheduling with primary care provider, subspecialist, or clinical representative from the office of school health. 
• Document each patient encounter in detail in electronic medical record. 
• Collect and summarize data to monitor patient touches, changes in outcomes
• Take part in public health detailing initiatives in the South Bronx when needed.
• Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/ organization. 

Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: None.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Benefits:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
• Medical, dental, and life insurance with low or no employee contribution
• A retirement savings plan with generous employer contribution
• Flexible spending medical and commuter benefits plan
• Meaningful work at an organization striving to advance health equity and social justice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

FPHNY is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

At-Will Employment Statement:

Employment with FPHNY is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

Residency Requirement:

You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position at FPHNY.