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.
Registered Dietician
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.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
With an annual budget of $1.6 billion and more than 6,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We're tackling a broad range of public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every member of our team.
This role sits in the Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health in the Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW), which aims to eliminate racial inequities resulting in premature mortality, with a focus on chronic disease and COVID-19, by addressing the social and environmental factors that impact health. CHECW works to increase place-based investments in priority neighborhoods with community programming and services based on epidemiology; influence and leverage the health system to promote whole-person care; intensify the agency’s approach to tackling big salt, sugar, and tobacco; and find innovative ways to improve the built environment and address other social determinants of health. CHECW is comprised of the Bureau of Bronx Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health, the Bureau of Chronic Disease Prevention, the Bureau of Health Equity Capacity Building, the Bureau of Equitable Health Systems and the Bureau of Finance, Administration, and Services. CHECW seeks to create healthier neighborhoods by providing New Yorkers the information and resources needed to live healthy lives and work to remove health inequities between New York City neighborhoods that are the result of structural racism such as segregation and disinvestment.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Registered Dietitian role at the Bureau of Brooklyn Neighborhood Health within the Center for Health Equity & Community Wellness (CHECW) is pivotal in the Neighborhood Diabetes Equity Initiative. This initiative aims to enhance diabetes outcomes at the population level, particularly in Bedford-Stuyvesant. The Registered Dietitian will independently lead the Diabetes Self-Management and Support classes, a vital component of the initiative, while also offering additional nutrition education as required. Leveraging micro-level data, the incumbent will target areas within the neighborhood most impacted by diabetes, fostering partnerships with community entities and governmental bodies. Reporting directly to the health department, this role requires adeptness in managing class logistics, attendance, and engagement data. The ideal candidate possesses a background as a registered dietitian, coupled with experience in teaching or counseling within underserved communities, notably in Black or Caribbean demographics.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach the Diabetes Self-Management and Support classes.
• Provide other nutrition education work as needed.
• Work independently to deliver classes and nutrition education.
• Utilize micro-level data to target areas of the neighborhood most affected by diabetes.
• Build relationships with community partners and governmental institutions.
• Report data on class attendance and engagement to DOHMH.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered dietician with at least 2-3 years of experience teaching classes or providing nutrition counseling in high-needs neighborhoods.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
• Ability to work evenings and Saturdays highly desired.
• Familiarity with North and Central Brooklyn and experience working in Black or Caribbean communities highly desired.
• Spanish language highly desired
• Ability to travel to Bedford-Stuyvesant to offer in-person classes.

SALARY

• $125 an hour

WORK SCHEDULE

• Part-time 5-15 hours/week position
• Location: 485 Throop Ave Brooklyn, NY 11221

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
You must live in New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) in order to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.
TO APPLY
To apply, upload Resume, including how your experience relates to this position. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.
The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
You must live in New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) in order to be considered for a position at FPHNYC.
TO APPLY
To apply, upload Resume, including how your experience relates to this position. Applicants who best match the position needs will be contacted.
The Fund for Public Health in New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a diverse pool of candidates to apply.