SEMA Public Health

04/06/2026

We are hiring! Join the New Bedford Health Department as a Resource Coordinator / Outreach & Training Liaison. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply (Spanish-speaking preferred). To read the full job description and to apply, visit https://tylerweb2.newbedford-ma.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=1667&sreq=1&form=CITY&desc=RESOURCE%20COORDINATOR
[IMAGE DESCRIPTION] Join our Team: Resource Coordinator. This position will focus on expanding outreach in multiple languages, providing harm-reduction education and resources, and coordinating the organization of the Health Department outreach and training efforts. Graphic of a megaphone; Logo for the New Bedford Health Department.

04/03/2026

4/3/2026 Town Hall will close at 11:30 am for Good Friday

04/03/2026

Just a heads up…..

04/03/2026

Link to this video: http://www.tinyurl.com/tickbitepreventionHow to prevent Tick Bites and Lyme Disease. This video shows you how to identify deer ticks, exp...

04/02/2026

We are proud to partner with New Bedford SEYAA Baseball this season! Going to a game? Keep your eyes peeled for our field signs!

Southeastern Massachusetts Public Health Collaborative, a partnership between health departments of Acushnet, Fairhaven, and New Bedford, MA

04/02/2026

New Bedford Wellness Clinic: Next Monday, April 6th.

Stop by the New Bedford Health Department for a free car seat safety check, blood pressure screening, or a quick lifesaving skills training. Tuberculosis skin tests will be available between 12-3:30 PM for $20 payable by cash or check.

We will not be having a second wellness and tuberculosis skin test clinic this month as City offices will be closed on April 20th for Patriot's Day.
[IMAGE DESCRIPTION] No-cost New Bedford Public Health Wellness Clinic. Walk-ins welcome. Health education, Car seat safety checks, blood pressure screenings, Stop the Bleed training, Flu vaccines (in-home service available), Narcan/naloxone training & distribution. First & third Mondays of the month 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. New Bedford Health Department, 1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford. Logo for SEMA Public Health

03/27/2026

Dr. James Watson from Southcoast Health joined The Rhode Show to talk about the importance of finding and treating colon cancer early. Watch the video here: https://www.wpri.com/video/colon-cancer-awareness-month-the-importance-of-early-detection/11638986

This one simple test could save your life. Don't put it off. https://www.wpri.com/rhode-show/colon-cancer-awareness-month-the-importance-of-early-detection/

03/25/2026

A reminder to stop by the Fairhaven Senior Center on this Thursday, March 26 anytime from 7pm-9pm for the SRPEDD workshop detailing plans for the Hazard Mitigation and Open Space and Recreation Plan.

03/24/2026

Seats are still available for our free baby safety class this Thursday at the New Bedford Family Resource Center! Sign up at https://forms.office.com/g/b0tXx6gMSz

Our next Safe Start Baby Safety Class will be on Thursday 3/26 at the New Bedford Family Resource Center. Sign up today to reserve your seat for this free class at https://forms.office.com/g/b0tXx6gMSz
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Safe Start Baby Safety Class. Free class for caregivers who are expecting, or have a baby up to 1 year old. Learn about: Sleep Safety; Infant CPR; Infant Choking; Car Seat Safety. Thursday 3/26 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. United Way Family Resource Center 128 Union Street. Logos for SEMA Public Health, the Family Resource Center, the New Bedford Health Department, and the United Way of Greater New Bedford.

03/23/2026

We are hiring an Outreach and Training Specialist to focus on outreach, overdose prevention, drug trends, and naloxone education and distribution across New Bedford, Fairhaven, Freetown, Dartmouth, and Acushnet in conjunction with the New Bedford Police Department.

To learn more and apply, visit https://tylerweb2.newbedford-ma.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=1612&sreq=1&form=CITY&desc=RESOURCE%20COORDINATOR
[IMAGE DESCRIPTION] We are hiring: Resource Coordinator. About the role: The Outreach and Training Specialist supports the FR-CARA initiative under the New Bedford Health Department. The position focuses on outreach, overdose prevention, drug trends, and naloxone education and distribution across New Bedford, Fairhaven, Freetown, Dartmouth, and Acushnet. Essential functions: Conduct follow-up calls to high-risk individuals to all five communities. Build partnerships with first responders and community partners. Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate resources. Reduce barriers to accessing treatment and supportive services. Collaborate with first responders on outreach and education. Coordinate drug trend and naloxone training for 150+ first responders. Distribute 250 naloxone kits to responders and community members. Collect and submit required grant data. Attend all required meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions. Location: New Bedford Health Department, New Bedford Police Department. How to apply: City of New Bedford Website. Photo of a Narcan/naloxone nasal spray.

03/16/2026

Tomorrow!

The first date of this event was snowed out, but we saw a lot of interest in this event, so it's been rescheduled to March 17th! If you or someone you know are looking for a CORI friendly job, this is a great event to go to!