Study Interviewers

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.

Study Interviewers

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 the 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

The National HIV Behavioral Surveillance Study (NHBS) is an annual CDC-sponsored project in NYC and other participating sites. The project is aimed at measuring HIV prevalence, testing, access to and utilization of HIV prevention services, and behaviors among groups at an increased risk for HIV. In 2024, we will be conducting a cycle among people who inject drugs (PWID). Participants will undergo an interviewer-administered survey, be offered testing for HIV and hepatitis C (HCV) and be linked to care and services. Participants will be recruited via respondent-driven sampling (RDS), a peer recruitment method, with a recruitment goal of 550 participants.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The HIV Epidemiology Program (HEP) of the NYC Health Department is recruiting Study Interviewers for the NHBS-PWID2024 cycle. The Interviewers will report to the NHBS Study Operations Assistant (SOA) and Project Director (PD). The Study Interviewers will conduct confidential standardized quantitative interviews with PWID using a study tablet. Study staff in this position must: 1) adhere to strict detailed survey research protocols; 2) have the ability to comply with strict protocols for confidentiality; 3) have strong attention to detail; and 4) have the ability to establish rapport with diverse racial/ethnic, socioeconomic, and sexual orientation groups. Training for all study activities will be provided. Staff in this position will be expected to maintain confidentiality, effectively communicate with their supervisor daily, and be prompt for all study activities. This is a temporary part-time position until the sample size is met.  Evening and weekend hours may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and maintain interview materials and supplies.
• Screen potential participants for eligibility and obtain informed consent.
• Conduct in-person standardized surveys with study participants.
• Conduct recruiter training for eligible study participants.
• Maintain data integrity (i.e., all data collected accurately represents the information provided by a participant).
• Comply with guidelines for maintaining safety, data security, and participant confidentiality.
• Follow local safety procedures and report any incidents and adverse events to the SOA or PD immediately.
• Participate in all NYC Health Department and CDC required training.
• Assist with other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Fluent in Spanish (preferred, not required).
• Ability to learn and use computerized interview programs.
• Ability to work shifts during evenings and weekends.
• Comfortable asking questions about health, sex, drug use, and stigma/discrimination.
• Ability to work as part of a research team.
• Strong oral communication skills:

• Preferred Skills: Experience working with PWID is an advantage, but not required.

SALARY 

$27.47 per hour. Compensation for the temporary position is hourly. The selected candidate is eligible for benefits via a staffing agency.  

WORK SCHEDULE

The location is to be decided but must be willing to report in person. Up to 28 hours per week, 4 days a week. Workdays are Monday-Friday with the potential for weekend or evening work scheduling. 

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

You must live in the New York City Tri-state area (NY, NJ, CT) to be considered for a position.

TO APPLY

To apply, upload a Resume, including how your experience relates to this position. Applicants who best match the position's 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.