Block Coordinator, ASPIRE, Health System Strengthening (HSS)
Core
Lead block-level implementation of a youth mental health initiative in Karnataka, focusing on mental health literacy, screening, counseling, and service access for adolescents and young people aged 15–24.
Role type
Field-based Block Coordinator (Public Health)
Builds
Youth mental health outreach sessions, screening, counseling, and referral pathways within primary healthcare systems, schools, and community platforms.
Domain
Public Health / Youth Mental Health / Karnataka, India
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Youth outreach and support interventions, Government health system navigation, Stakeholder coordination, Program implementation, Data tracking (Excel), Training delivery
Preferred skills
Experience with Ayushman Bharat and Karnataka government health initiatives, RBSK team collaboration
Technologies
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
Implement ASPIRE project activities across health facilities, schools, and community platforms; Coordinate with Medical Officers, CHOs, and PHCOs for outreach and screening sessions; Follow up with young people receiving services; Maintain accurate program updates using Excel; Provide on-site supervision to frontline providers (CHOs, PHCOs, ASHAs, Peer Educators); Coordinate with Block Health Officers and RBSK teams for planning and review; Conduct training sessions for peer educators and health staff; Share field insights and recommendations with district and national teams.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
