Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Summer Opportunity: Field Coordinator, Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center MAPSCORPS

The Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center is looking for college students pursuing health- related studies to mentor youth as they map and research community assets in underserved neighborhoods throughout the Bronx, Washington Heights, Harlem and Brooklyn. The data collected is used by youth to inform their research projects and develop resource guides that highlight services available for young people and youth service providers across NYC. In addition, an interactive online map is created that links youth, families, and health providers to the services they need the most (mapscorps.org). 

Field Coordinator 

Field Coordinators will provide leadership and monitor data collection in the field, facilitate youth development workshops, and support youth in creating community health research projects.

 

Additional Requirements & Responsibilities:

· Critically assess how urban design impacts public health and socioeconomic disparities

· Build relationships with local organizations, stakeholders, and the community

· Participate in program meetings, conference calls, trainings, and the Symposium

· Respect others’ differences

· Be currently enrolled as a part- or full-time undergraduate or graduate student

· Previous work/volunteer experience serving underrepresented communities preferred

 

The following is a link to better understand the responsibilities https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZXec2XWxw4tTxDUu4ypaHiRJN86N6NLB/view

 

To apply, please apply through email by sending your cover letter and resume to: Kymberly.gonzalez@mountsinai.orgccBridget.Manzano@mountsinai.org