Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
The Community Affairs Associate will partner with the Director of Strategy and Innovation and the Bureau Director within Strategic Partnerships by advancing community health initiatives, especially organizing local healt…
Skills: Community Organizing, Grant Management, Public Health Programming, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) Recovery Services Bureau (RSB) offers comprehensive programming and resources aimed at reducing the harms associated with substance use, including providing treatment services, …
Skills: Trauma-Informed Care, Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Parenting Support
Chicopee, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Why Work for Gandara: Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Wh…
Skills: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Advocacy, Safety Planning, Treatment Planning
Tewksbury, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking dynamic candidates who will provide direct care services to individuals by participating and instructing activities of daily living including, but not limited to personal …
Skills: Direct Care, Patient Observation, Crisis Intervention, Clinical Documentation, Patient Hygiene
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the st…
Skills: Windows Environment, Microsoft Office, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Apple Mobile Products
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the st…
Skills: Social Media Management, Video Production, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Writing
Quincy, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Summary of the Position: The Business & Systems Integration (BSI) Team serves as the primary liaison between MassHealth business areas and technical partners, ensuring the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) an…
Skills: Project Planning, Vendor Management, HIPAA Compliance, SDLC, EDI Operations
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$26/hr–$28/hr
This is a full time 40 hour per week position, Monday through Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Nights and Weekend hours may be required from time to time. This position is located at our Boston Headquarters. THE POSITION: The Comm…
Skills: Animal Handling, Animal Restraint, Animal Transport, Dispatching, Triage
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$88k–$131k/yr
Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position via the MassCareers website. Your application will not be received. To apply, follow the link below to the Attorney General’s Office direct application page. www.mass.…
Skills: Civil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, Regulatory Law, Administrative Law, Legal Research
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
$88k–$131k/yr
Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position via the MassCareers website. Your application will not be received. To apply, follow the link below to the Attorney General’s Office direct application page. www.mass.…
Skills: Civil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, Regulatory Law, Administrative Law, Legal Research
Bridgewater, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Duties: Participates in the technical operation of a combined heat and power generating station to ensure that the power plant is operated and maintained safely and efficiently; operates, maintains, cleans, and repairs s…
Skills: Power Plant Operation, Steam Generator Maintenance, Emergency Generator Operation, Technical Troubleshooting, Station Log Maintenance
Bridgewater, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Duties: Participates in the technical operation of a combined heat and power generating station to ensure that the power plant is operated and maintained safely and efficiently; operates, maintains, cleans, and repairs s…
Skills: Power Plant Operation, Steam Generator Maintenance, Emergency Generator Operation, Technical Troubleshooting, Equipment Repair
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Position Information: Contracted Student Intern: Flood Floodplain Engineering Intern Start/End Date: 9/21/2026 - 12/4/2026 Salary Rate: $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship) Weekly Hours: 15 hours Number of Openings: 1 posit…
Skills: ArcGIS, FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps, Engineering Plan Review, Building Code Flood Standards, Microsoft Office
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Position Information: Contracted Student Intern: Flood Floodplain Engineering Intern Start/End Date: 9/21/2026 - 12/4/2026 Salary Rate: $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship) Weekly Hours: 15 hours Number of Openings: 1 posit…
Skills: ArcGIS, FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps, Engineering Plan Review, Building Code Flood Standards, Microsoft Office
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Position Information: Contracted Student Intern: Flood Resilience Policy Intern Start/End Date: 9/21/2026 - 12/4/2026 Salary Rate: $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship) Weekly Hours: 15 hours Number of Openings: 1 position W…
Skills: Attention To Detail, FEMA Flood Zone Analysis, Reading Flood Insurance Rate Maps, Regulatory Compliance Auditing, Professional Communication
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Position Information: Contracted Student Intern: Flood Resilience Policy Intern Start/End Date: 9/21/2026 - 12/4/2026 Salary Rate: $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship) Weekly Hours: 15 hours Number of Openings: 1 position W…
Skills: Attention To Detail, FEMA Flood Zone Analysis, Reading Flood Insurance Rate Maps, Regulatory Compliance Auditing, Technical Research
Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Position Information: Contracted Student Intern: Research Intern Start/End Date: 9/28/2026 - 11/20/2026 Salary Rate: $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship) Weekly Hours: 15 hours Number of Openings: 1 position Who We Are: The…
Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Literature Search, Content Organization, Cataloguing, Research Management
Massachusetts, United States · Hybrid
Position Information: Contracted Student Intern: Research Intern Start/End Date: 9/28/2026 - 11/20/2026 Salary Rate: $0.00 (UNPAID Student Internship) Weekly Hours: 15 hours Number of Openings: 1 position Who We Are: The…
Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Literature Search, Content Organization, Cataloguing, Research Management
Boston, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the st…
Skills: Classification Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Job Evaluation, Salary Administration, Workforce Planning
Tewksbury, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking dynamic candidates who will provide direct care services to individuals by participating and instructing activities of daily living including, but not limited to personal …
Skills: Direct Care, Patient Observation, Crisis Intervention, Communication, Documentation
Boston, Massachusetts, United States • On-site
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The Associate will advance community health initiatives by organizing local health coalitions and implementing overdose prevention programs. They will also manage grantees, provide direct support to individuals facing substance use and housing issues, and analyze project data.
Requires a Master's in Social Work or Public Health, or a Bachelor's degree with two years of experience, or five years of overall experience. Candidates should have a strong background in community organizing, health equity, and working with diverse populations.
The Community Affairs Associate will partner with the Director of Strategy and Innovation and the Bureau Director within Strategic Partnerships by advancing community health initiatives, especially organizing local health coalitions and implementing community outreach and overdose prevention programs. This role will engage directly with community partners and stakeholders, periodically offering direct services to community members who experience issues related to housing and substance use.
In the role, the Community Affairs Associate will provide guidance and training to various grantees in the Community Affairs portfolio, such as programs funded by opioid settlements. The position will support grantee management, including collaborating with programs around invoicing, data collection, field inspections, and addressing ongoing opportunities and challenges.
The ideal candidate is someone with experience and strong interest in community health and organizing and advocacy, as well as the subject areas of substance use and harm reduction. The position will also join the Community Affairs Manager in periodically providing direct support to community members experiencing substance use and housing-related issues, such as referring them to services and shelter options. Therefore, RSB values any candidates who also have direct services/clinical experience in addition to the macro experience. An educational background in social work or public health will prepare an individual to succeed in the role, but experience and education in other related fields may also apply.
Duties
Works to help BPHC advance as an antiracist organization by meeting or exceeding the standards set by the BPHC Anti-Racism Policy.
Community Organizing and Engagement
Direct Client Support
Grantee Management
Evaluation
Perform other duties as required
Education and Experience
Skills & Competencies
Preferred Qualifications
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