OMAR Intern

Description

Examples of Duties

DUE TO A CHANGE IN THE CITY CHARTER, THIS BECAME UNCLASSIFIED.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a bona fide student in an educational institution of recognized standing

Supplemental Information

Responsibilities:

• Assist with data entry and maintain accurate records of community engagement encounters.
  
• Participate in CDPH health fairs and city-sponsored events to promote behavioral health awareness.
• Share information and distribute resources related to mental health, substance use awareness, and harm reduction practices.
• Help coordinate outreach activities and support the logistics of community events.
• Document outreach activities for reporting and program evaluation purposes.
• Support public education efforts by promoting community programs and available health services.
• Contribute to data-driven evaluations that measure community engagement impact.
• Help facilitate informal linkages to care services by connecting residents with information about available resources.

• Current enrollment in a college or university program preferred (Public Health, Social Work, Human Services, or related fields).
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage diverse community members.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating responsible judgment and initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Must be available to work within prescribed hours or during flexible hours as determined by the program schedule.
• Strong commitment to public health advocacy, equity, and social justice.
• Familiarity with health equity principles and social determinants of health.
• Understanding of minority health issues and community engagement strategies.
• Clear and professional communication skills, especially when working with diverse populations.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage and track outreach data.
• Interest in public health, mental health promotion, substance use prevention, or community-based work.

• Interest in or foundational knowledge of behavioral health topics, such as mental wellness, substance use awareness, and recovery supports.
• Previous experience in advocacy, peer education, or public awareness campaigns focused on behavioral health or related social issues.
• Understanding of community-based approaches to reducing stigma related to mental health or substance use.
• Familiarity with health equity principles, social determinants of health, and strategies for addressing health disparities.
• Understanding of minority health issues, including cultural considerations, barriers to care, and effective community engagement approaches.
• Clear and professional communication skills when interacting with diverse community members.
• Experience with outreach, education, or volunteer work in health fairs, campus health programs, or nonprofit settings.
• Familiarity with local or national behavioral health resources and public health campaigns.
• Knowledge of public health practices and community health promotion, especially as they relate to the initiatives within the Health Equity and Social Justice (HESJ) Division.
• Passion for empowering individuals and communities through access to information, tools, and support.

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in community outreach and public health programming.
• Build skills in event coordination, data tracking, public health messaging, and community engagement.
• Network with professionals working in mental health, substance use prevention, and public health fields.
• Contribute to real-world public health initiatives impacting Cleveland communities.
• Receive supervision, mentorship, and guidance from experienced public health professionals.

The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.