Healthcare Association of NYS
INTERN - Communications, Outreach, and Research
Healthcare Association of NYS, Hauppauge, New York, United States, 11788
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Position INTERN - Communications, Outreach, and Research
Division Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council
Description
The Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council (NSHC) is seeking a paid temporary part-time intern to join our team. Reporting to the Manager of Communications, Health Outreach, and Research, this position provides communications activities in support of the Long Island Health Collaborative (LIHC), the Suburban Hospital Alliance of New York State (SHANYS), and SHANYS' regional organizations: the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council (NSHC, Long Island region) and the Northern Metropolitan Hospital Association (NorMet, Hudson Valley region).
This position is hybrid , with some time working remotely and some time working in the NSHC office, located at 800 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 150 in Hauppauge, NY. Remote and in-person work schedule to be determined based on intern's availability.
Candidates must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program pertaining to communications, public relations, health communications, or another relevant area of study.
Compensation, Hours & Length of Internship Compensation: $17/hour 8 hours per week, weekly schedule to be determined based on candidate's availability 14 total weeks Primary Role
Assists Manager of Communications, Health Outreach, and Research with communications activities primarily in support of New York Coalition for Transportation Safety (NYCTS) grant deliverables. Also assists with communications activities in support of the Long Island Health Collaborative (LIHC), the Suburban Hospital Alliance of New York State (SHANYS), Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council (NSHC), and Northern Metropolitan Hospital Association (NorMet) as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Communications & Outreach
Attend meetings with Manager of Communications, Health Outreach, and Research Assist with development and creation of communications materials on behalf of NSHC, NorMet, the LIHC, and NYCTS grant activities, including but not limited to social media campaigns and posts; blog posts; press releases; letters to various audiences such as media, the community, and members; thematic reports; webpage content; and other content as needed. Assist with graphic design of communications materials via Canva including but not limited to social media graphics; postcards; flyers; and infographics. Contact individuals, community-based organizations, and NSHC/NorMet/LIHC members as needed. Assist with distribution of Community Health Assessment Survey (CHAS).
Research
Research new contact lists and update existing lists including but not limited to physicians; libraries; elementary, middle, and high schools; legislators; media; and community-based organizations. Research of topics including but not limited to population health; census data; statistics for grant-writing; upcoming local events; NSHC/NorMet/LIHC member news; and more.
Data Entry and Reports
Enter paper-based CHAS and NYCTS into SurveyMonkey analysis platform Create and export reports from SurveyMonkey Create custom data reports as needed
Events
Assist with coordination and promotion of community outreach events Attend all virtual and in-person events, when candidate's schedule allows Assists with survey distribution and collection at in-person events
Special Projects
Depending on intern's unique skillsets, other specialized projects related to communications, outreach, and research may be assigned
Other relevant duties as assigned Qualifications
Candidate must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program pertaining to communications, public relations, health communications, or another relevant area of study Must have excellent communication skills, especially writing skills Computer literate, especially in Microsoft Office suite of functions Proficiency in Survey Monkey a plus Proficiency in Canva a plus Interest and knowledge of healthcare, public health, New York's healthcare landscape, data analytics, and/or health policy a plus
Position Requirements
About the Organization HANYS is the only statewide hospital and continuing care association in New York. We are located near Albany and represent 500 not-for-profit and public hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare organizations. Our members are not only the largest providers of inpatient and outpatient care, and essential providers of primary care, they are among the largest employers in many communities.
We harness the power of a unified statewide membership and collaborate with regional, state, and national associations. HANYS advocates before Congress, the Governor's office, the State Legislature, and state and federal agencies. We also provide education, data analytics, quality improvement initiatives, and operational assistance to help our members navigate the complexities of healthcare reform, and achieve the 'Triple Aim' of better care, better health, and lower costs.
This position is currently accepting applications.
Position INTERN - Communications, Outreach, and Research
Division Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council
Description
The Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council (NSHC) is seeking a paid temporary part-time intern to join our team. Reporting to the Manager of Communications, Health Outreach, and Research, this position provides communications activities in support of the Long Island Health Collaborative (LIHC), the Suburban Hospital Alliance of New York State (SHANYS), and SHANYS' regional organizations: the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council (NSHC, Long Island region) and the Northern Metropolitan Hospital Association (NorMet, Hudson Valley region).
This position is hybrid , with some time working remotely and some time working in the NSHC office, located at 800 Veterans Memorial Highway, Suite 150 in Hauppauge, NY. Remote and in-person work schedule to be determined based on intern's availability.
Candidates must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program pertaining to communications, public relations, health communications, or another relevant area of study.
Compensation, Hours & Length of Internship Compensation: $17/hour 8 hours per week, weekly schedule to be determined based on candidate's availability 14 total weeks Primary Role
Assists Manager of Communications, Health Outreach, and Research with communications activities primarily in support of New York Coalition for Transportation Safety (NYCTS) grant deliverables. Also assists with communications activities in support of the Long Island Health Collaborative (LIHC), the Suburban Hospital Alliance of New York State (SHANYS), Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council (NSHC), and Northern Metropolitan Hospital Association (NorMet) as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Communications & Outreach
Attend meetings with Manager of Communications, Health Outreach, and Research Assist with development and creation of communications materials on behalf of NSHC, NorMet, the LIHC, and NYCTS grant activities, including but not limited to social media campaigns and posts; blog posts; press releases; letters to various audiences such as media, the community, and members; thematic reports; webpage content; and other content as needed. Assist with graphic design of communications materials via Canva including but not limited to social media graphics; postcards; flyers; and infographics. Contact individuals, community-based organizations, and NSHC/NorMet/LIHC members as needed. Assist with distribution of Community Health Assessment Survey (CHAS).
Research
Research new contact lists and update existing lists including but not limited to physicians; libraries; elementary, middle, and high schools; legislators; media; and community-based organizations. Research of topics including but not limited to population health; census data; statistics for grant-writing; upcoming local events; NSHC/NorMet/LIHC member news; and more.
Data Entry and Reports
Enter paper-based CHAS and NYCTS into SurveyMonkey analysis platform Create and export reports from SurveyMonkey Create custom data reports as needed
Events
Assist with coordination and promotion of community outreach events Attend all virtual and in-person events, when candidate's schedule allows Assists with survey distribution and collection at in-person events
Special Projects
Depending on intern's unique skillsets, other specialized projects related to communications, outreach, and research may be assigned
Other relevant duties as assigned Qualifications
Candidate must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program pertaining to communications, public relations, health communications, or another relevant area of study Must have excellent communication skills, especially writing skills Computer literate, especially in Microsoft Office suite of functions Proficiency in Survey Monkey a plus Proficiency in Canva a plus Interest and knowledge of healthcare, public health, New York's healthcare landscape, data analytics, and/or health policy a plus
Position Requirements
About the Organization HANYS is the only statewide hospital and continuing care association in New York. We are located near Albany and represent 500 not-for-profit and public hospitals, nursing homes, and other healthcare organizations. Our members are not only the largest providers of inpatient and outpatient care, and essential providers of primary care, they are among the largest employers in many communities.
We harness the power of a unified statewide membership and collaborate with regional, state, and national associations. HANYS advocates before Congress, the Governor's office, the State Legislature, and state and federal agencies. We also provide education, data analytics, quality improvement initiatives, and operational assistance to help our members navigate the complexities of healthcare reform, and achieve the 'Triple Aim' of better care, better health, and lower costs.
This position is currently accepting applications.