Community Ambassador

Job Title: Community Ambassador

Department: Research, Surveillance, Policy, and Communications

Division: Mental Hygiene

Bureau: Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use

Location: 42-09 28th St, Long Island City, NY 11101

Reports To Title: Rapid Assessment and Response

Direct Reports Title(s): Field Researcher

Schedule & Hours: M-F, 9am –5pm; Approximately 20 hours per week for 11 weeks (May–July 2026), potential for weekend scheduling

Workplace Flexibility Modality: Field-based

Work Environment: Temporary, part-time, community-based outreach position requiring work in residential settings (including NYCHA and supportive housing), outdoor engagement, prolonged standing/walking, and travel throughout NYC (Specifically, Brooklyn, Bronx and Harlem)

Grant End Date: August 31, 2026

Created Date: March 10, 2026

Revised Date: March 10, 2026

Salary: $25–$30 per hour (Range for posting; final determination based on experience)

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 Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use is seeking Community Ambassadors to support overdose-prevention outreach through an 11-week pilot launching in July 2026. This initiative focuses on engaging residents in high-priority neighborhoods experiencing elevated overdose risk, including areas with clusters of fatal overdoses occurring within private residences. Reporting to Rapid Assessment and Response (RAR) leadership, Community Ambassadors will serve as trusted messengers by increasing awareness of naloxone and related public health campaigns.

About The Program

This pilot initiative focuses on neighborhoods with elevated overdose rates and aims to strengthen community-based overdose-prevention efforts. Through proactive residential engagement and naloxone distribution, this pilot aims to expand awareness of lifesaving resources and increase public awareness in high-priority areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive outreach at residential buildings, including engagement at entry points, community spaces, and community events.
• Build and maintain respectful, trust-based relationships with residents, housing staff, and community partners.
• Distribute naloxone and public health awareness materials.
• Document outreach activities, resident engagement, and materials distributed using RAR data collection tools.
• Participate in required trainings, supervision sessions, and quality assurance activities.
• Follow established safety protocols and collaborate closely with RAR staff during community outreach.
• Other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and mission of the department/ organization.
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in community outreach, public health, harm reduction, peer education, or social services preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse community settings with racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically varied populations.
• Comfort working in NYCHA developments, supportive housing environments, and other residential settings.
• Familiarity with overdose-prevention strategies and community-based health education practices preferred.
• Lived experience that informs a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach to community engagement strongly valued.
• Oral fluency in Spanish preferred; bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
• Basic computer proficiency including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in field-based environments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Preferred: Ability to travel to and work in Brooklyn, Bronx. Harlem,
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
  
  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

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.

Vaccination Statement

All employees are required to comply with FPHNY`s vaccination policy.

To Apply

Click “Apply Now” and upload an up-to-date resume, including relevant experience for the position.