Early Intervention Official Designee, Bureau of Early Intervention
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, New York, NY, United States
Program and Job Description
The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of programs, policies, services, and environments that support physical and socio-emotional health, and promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safety and well-being for New York City families and children. The Division is comprised of the Bureau of Maternal Infant and Reproductive Health, the Bureau of Early Intervention, the Office of School Health, and the Bureau of Administration. The vision of the DFCH is that every child, woman, and family recognizes their power and is given the opportunity to reach their full health and development potential. We encourage qualified applicants with a demonstrated commitment to social justice, particularly racial, gender, and LGBTQ equity, to apply.
Duties (Responsibilities)
Facilitate IFSP meetings with families, interventionists, and service coordinators consistent with SDOH regulations and NYC EIP policies and procedures, within mandated timelines, using Microsoft Outlook and NYEIS for data entry, case processing and other activities.
Ensure the accurate completion of other procedures as delineated in the NYC Policy and Procedure Manual and NYS Regulations.
Ensure the completion of all necessary documentation relating to the evaluation and IFSP process, including service and billing paperwork to ensure continued services for EI children.
Respond to, prepare for and attend/participate in mediations/fair hearings as assigned, and attend regularly scheduled meetings inside and outside the Regional Office as directed.
Communicate with EI providers, families, service coordinators and other colleagues in a professional manner; report concerns and submit requests for technical assistance to supervisor and other units within the Bureau as appropriate.
Why You Should Work For Us (Benefits)
Premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually.
Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
A tax‑deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work‑from‑home policy: depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job security compared to private sector employment, with the opportunity to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Engineering, Social Sciences, Health Care Specialization, Physical Sciences or related programs, and a minimum of four years of progressive, responsible experience related to health care program planning, research, design, operation, evaluation and analysis; or
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Public or Hospital Administration, Health Care Specialization, Business Administration or related disciplines, and a minimum of three years of progressive, responsible experience directly related to health care program planning, research, design, operation, evaluation and analysis; or
A satisfactory equivalent combination of training, education and experience, with demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Salary: $65,803.00 – $65,803.00
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Duties (Responsibilities)
Facilitate IFSP meetings with families, interventionists, and service coordinators consistent with SDOH regulations and NYC EIP policies and procedures, within mandated timelines, using Microsoft Outlook and NYEIS for data entry, case processing and other activities.
Ensure the accurate completion of other procedures as delineated in the NYC Policy and Procedure Manual and NYS Regulations.
Ensure the completion of all necessary documentation relating to the evaluation and IFSP process, including service and billing paperwork to ensure continued services for EI children.
Respond to, prepare for and attend/participate in mediations/fair hearings as assigned, and attend regularly scheduled meetings inside and outside the Regional Office as directed.
Communicate with EI providers, families, service coordinators and other colleagues in a professional manner; report concerns and submit requests for technical assistance to supervisor and other units within the Bureau as appropriate.
Why You Should Work For Us (Benefits)
Premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually.
Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
A tax‑deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work‑from‑home policy: depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job security compared to private sector employment, with the opportunity to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Minimum Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Engineering, Social Sciences, Health Care Specialization, Physical Sciences or related programs, and a minimum of four years of progressive, responsible experience related to health care program planning, research, design, operation, evaluation and analysis; or
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Health, Public or Hospital Administration, Health Care Specialization, Business Administration or related disciplines, and a minimum of three years of progressive, responsible experience directly related to health care program planning, research, design, operation, evaluation and analysis; or
A satisfactory equivalent combination of training, education and experience, with demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Salary: $65,803.00 – $65,803.00
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