Health Education Media Specialist Ii (Covid Health Disparities Program)

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of providing Health Education and/or developing health promotion materials/media; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and four years of such experience; OR six years of such experience. A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for one year of such 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience with writing and editing; familiarity with marketing related activities including advertising, market, audience and demographic research, technology, advertising campaign creation, launch, monitoring, and budgeting; experience with health literacy and group facilitation; experience working with community-based organizations representing diverse populations; experience with equal opportunity and non-discrimination as it relates to under-represented and underserved populations in healthcare, including but not limited to minority individuals, people and veterans with disabilities, and rural work groups; demonstrated experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams and WebEx/
Responsibilities
The Health Education Media Specialist II will assist in the coordination of planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of mass media and/or community outreach Health Education and promotion campaigns for specific target audiences on COVID-19 heath issues. Responsibilities will include: preparing and/or editing Health Education and promotion materials for all media; coordinating production of both print and electronic media materials; contribute to outreach efforts and targeting of appropriate community groups and populations; produce media packages on specific health programs and distribute to interested parties; gather information for the response to questions concerning programmatic issues; and provide support for the preparation of press conferences, public announcements, and other events.
The COVID-19 Health Disparities Program is designed to address the long-standing inequities that have systematically undermined the physical, social, economic, and emotional health of racial and ethnic minority populations and other population groups that are bearing a disproportionate burden of COVID-19.
Employee Benefits
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
• 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;
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
• And so much more!

Conditions of Employment
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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