Technical Assistance Specialist, Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Under general direction from the Overdose Prevention Technical Assistance Manager, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Technical Assistance (TA) Specialist will:

• Provide technical assistance and programmatic guidance to registered opioid overdose prevention programs (OOPPs) on program implementation, naloxone distribution, data collection, and reporting
• Assists with and conducts research, data cleaning, and analysis on factors related to OOPP success and barriers to naloxone distribution in New York City
• Contribute to the development, design, data collection, and analysis of a yearly survey, and other research projects as needed
• Maintain records of technical assistance, OOPP dispensing strategies, and other relevant program updates in Microsoft Access Database and Excel
• Conduct presentations directly to prospective and current OOPP staff
• Collaborate with other OENDU and BADU staff to recruit organizations working with target populations to become OOPPs, using overdose data to inform recruitment strategy
• Conduct literature reviews related to naloxone distribution practices
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with OOPP personnel
• Design and maintain protocols and other technical assistance documents for OOPPs to improve workflows
• Collaborate with Overdose Prevention Training Team to plan, schedule, and deliver Training of Dispensers for OOPPs and/or Training of Responders for community members as needed
• Contribute to the development of new materials and resources aimed at preventing overdose and improving OOPP efficiency
• Assemble naloxone kits to be dispensed in trainings and maintain records for all kits dispensed
• Provide support for packing and mailing of naloxone kits and training related materials and maintain appropriate records for all kits and material mailed and dispensed
• Participate in OENDU meetings, including facilitation on a rotating basis
• Participate in bureau- and agency-wide activities for advancing racial, gender, and social equity and support efforts to center equity in OENDU's work
• Represent OENDU in intra-Bureau and Divisional workgroups and meetings and liaise and present to community coalitions
• Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis

Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund.a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.a tax-deferred savings programa robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! Commitment to Equity: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.