The Suite Staff Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Responsibilities:

• Provide community members with an overview of the FWS programming and services available to them including educational, referral, and resource opportunities
  
• Overseetheregular review and maintenance of referring streams including email accounts,phone inboxes, and other platforms likeForms,Unite Us, etc.
  
• Processclientreferralsfrom referring organizationsacrossplatformsandfacilitatethis workflowina timelyfashionfollowing the program’s most currentprotocols and using theapprovedtools/platforms.
  
• Facilitateintake withnew clientsin order toestablishthem intotheclientdatabase.This includescontacting the client by phone,textand emailas per the workflow protocol.
  
• Managethe promotion and scheduling of clients into theappropriate FWSworkshops/events. (e.g.Maternal & Infant Safety Sessions,stress reduction sessions,both led by the vendors and by the suite,diaper appointments, Baby Boutique, etc.)This includes management of anup-to-dateFWS calendarfor the suite.
  
• Overseetherecruitmentandmaintenance ofclientregistrationintostressreduction programming forsessionsboththat are led by the vendor andthoseled by the suite. Recruitment includes contacting the client by phone,textand email.
  
• Oversee theinventory of infant safety and stress reduction materials ina timelyfashion. This includes updating regularly the inventory tracking sheets and following up on infant safetysupplies orders,as well as managing alldocumentation for dissemination of infant safety resourcesfollowing the current program protocol.
  
• Lead in the facilitationand managementofthein-houseinfant safetyeducation sessionand workshops(e.g.safe sleep and car seat safety sessions)and the in-house stress reduction programming includingthestress managementtoolssession,communitywalking group,and the creative guided sessionsthat includecrafting, guided meditation,DIY sugar scrubs,or any other new programming added for this part of the work.
  
• Support otherBrooklynFWS programming aswell as larger FWS programmingin thecityas necessary.
• Other duties as assignedby supervisor and FWS leadership to support the overall goals and mission of the department/ organization.  
  

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, or relevant field of study; 

• Strong understanding of and commitment to birth equityand public health.

• Experience working with community members andorganizations.

• Experienceproviding instruction in perinatal support, through childbirth education, breastfeeding education, perinatal exercise groups, parenting classes, and/or similar programs.

• Understanding of and experiencewithcommunity developmentaroundhealth issues in urban, underserved neighborhoods.

• Comfortable working in a community setting with diverse populations.

• Strong coordination and organizational skills.

• Detail oriented and able to manage projectsand work independently.

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent interpersonal and team player skills.

• Proficient withMicrosoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Open to flexible work hours, including some work in the evenings and/or on weekends.

• Hold certification as a Certified Lactation Consultant or have interest in pursuing this certification.

• Bilingual(Spanish)

• Must be able tolift upto 30 pounds

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

Benefits:

• Position will be hired through a staffing agency and benefits will be offered through the staffing agency

• 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.