Early Intervention Official Designee, Bureau Of Early Intervention

Early Intervention Official Designee, Bureau of Early Intervention

The Early Intervention Program (EIP) is a comprehensive interagency program that supports infants and children with developmental delays in their efforts to realize their full potential. It reduces the likelihood of delays among at-risk children, assists and empowers families to meet their child's and their own needs, and entitles children, regardless of race, ethnicity or income to services through the program. The EIP is legally mandated under Title II-A, 2552, of Article 25 of the NYS PHL to ensure that eligible children receive therapeutic services as soon as possible, and it has been recognized as an essential service during COVID-19 by NYS. The process of getting children to services includes processing referrals to the EIP, scheduling evaluations and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings, convening IFSP meetings, and authorizing services. Children continue to receive IFSP meetings every six (6) months for as long as they are in the Program. Duties will include but not be limited to: facilitating IFSP meetings with families, interventionists and service coordinators in a manner consistent with SDOH regulations and NYC EIP policies and procedures, within mandated timelines, using Microsoft Outlook and NYEIS (New York Early Intervention System, the NYS EI IT system) for data entry, case processing and other activities; ensuring the accurate completion of other procedures as delineated in the NYC Policy and Procedure Manual and NYS Regulations; ensuring 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; responding to, preparing for and attending/participating in mediations/fair hearings as assigned; attending regularly scheduled meetings inside and outside of the Regional Office as directed; communicating with EI providers, families, service coordinators and other colleagues in a professional manner; reporting concerns and submitting requests for technical assistance to supervisor and other units within the Bureau as appropriate.

Preferred skills: preference will be given to individuals who understand child development, delays and disabilities, in addition to having knowledge of services for young children, and of family-centered services. The candidate must have good communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines. Knowledge of EI regulations is also an asset.

Why you should work for us: benefits include a 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: you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise. Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers! Commitment to equity: the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

Qualifications: qualification requirements include a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, engineering, or 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 progressive, responsible, experience directly related to health care program planning, research, design, operation, evaluation and analysis; or a satisfactory equivalent combination or training, education and experience; and demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.