Health Program Administrator I

Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of experience in the administration of personnel, fiscal, or other related operational activity; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. At least one year of experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of general experience.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.

Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.

At least three years of experience in one or more of the following drug user health, opioid use or substance use disorders, harm reduction, medication opioid use disorder, public health program management, telemedicine, contract development, evaluation of policies and interventions relating to drug user health. At least one year of experience in public health program management; at least one year of experience working with government agencies, community groups and other stakeholders as necessary. At least one year of experience developing and operationalizing performance and outcome measures. At least one year of experience preparing and/or writing reports to document program progress.

The Health Program Administrator I will work within the NYSDOH AIDS Institute, Office of Drug User Health. This position will perform contract management activities and will coordinate program planning, development, expansion, implementation, and execution of the New York Medication Assisted Treatment to Emergency Referral System (NY MATTERS) model to increase access to services for PWUD, including Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), naloxone, syringe access and other essential harm reduction supplies. The incumbent will also collaborate with Drug User Health Hubs and Syringe Service Programs regularly to co-manage linkages to care throughout the state; along with the NY MATTERS team. Further responsibilities include; collaborating with internal NYSDOH departments to expand on drug user health related crisis rapid response planning and response efforts; manage contracts that will pilot projects in various modalities to increase access to MOUD; contribute to improving data quality and developing evaluation methods to measure the success of strategies

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including

• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
• And so much more!
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting may not be available. If telecommuting is available, the incumbent will be required to have a telephone/mobile device, and internet access.

Health Research, Inc.’s (HRI) mission is building a healthier future for New York State and beyond through the delivery of funding and program support to further public health and research programs. In support of our mission and our commitment to providing a safe workplace, we require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a religious or medical exemption.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals With Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans

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