Liaison, Community Hospital Based Violence Intervention at One Brooklyn Health

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Social Support, Patient Engagement, Risk Assessment, Referral Directory Development, Protocol Development, Operational Coordination, Collaboration, Health Equity, Community Engagement, Report Preparation, Stakeholder Engagement, Ethical Conduct, Electronic Record Systems, MS Office

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview The OBH Community-based Violence Prevention Program is co-located in the Office of Community Health and Health Equity and Surgery-Trauma Division focused on supporting patients presenting with a non-fatal assault injury, along with their loved ones and medical staff who work closely with this population. At the core of this program is the Hospital-based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP), a national model defined by both immediate crisis intervention for patients and their loved ones and ongoing case management, which includes connection to community services, continual follow-up, and social support. The OBH Violence Prevention Hospital Liaison will serve as the primary point of contact for Hospital Responders for patient engagement to ensure a seamless intake process and coordination between One Brooklyn Health and Community Partners. Responsibilities include initial patient engagement, coordination with multiple internal and external partners, and tracking program data. Responsibilities Engage patients who have experienced violent assault injuries and their loves ones and complete risk assessments. Development of a community organization and social services referral directory. Support implementation of HVIP model across One Brooklyn Health System, including the development of intake protocols and coordination of operations with medical staff, Hospital Responder Services, and case managers. Collaborate with various hospital departments, including the Emergency Department, Trauma Surgery, Psychiatry, and Social Work/Case Management to ensure fidelity and reach of the HVIP program. Assist with developing objectives, action items, and deliverables, ensuring program materials align with system mission and values, including advancing health equity and promoting community engagement. Support the preparation of periodic reports for hospital leadership, department leaders and grant funders, as needed. Engage with stakeholders including community and faith-based organizations, hospital leadership, and city and state officials. Qualifications Education: Minimum two years of college education, bachelor’s or associate degree OR equivalent combination of post-high school education and work experience. Experience: Preference given to candidates possessing experience with criminal and juvenile justice systems, victim issues, child development, delinquency, community resources and restorative justice principles, or other fields if the applicant specifically addresses how their skills and experience fit this position. Knowledge and Skills: Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Ability to take direction from multiple persons and roles. Understanding of the operation of the assigned department. Requisite expertise and documented educational and administrative experience acceptable to the Review Committee. Ability to fully utilize OBH’s electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position. Fluent in MS Office, including MS Excel and MS PowerPoint. Physical Requirements: Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day. Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and can be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., site, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health (OBH). OBH is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Responsibilities

The Liaison will act as the primary contact for Hospital Responders, managing patient engagement for the Hospital-based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) and coordinating intake between One Brooklyn Health and community partners. Key duties involve engaging assault survivors and their loved ones, conducting risk assessments, and developing a directory for community and social service referrals.