About the Role
The Early Intervention Program (EIP) supports infants and children with developmental delays, assisting families and ensuring eligible children receive therapeutic services. This role involves processing referrals, scheduling evaluations, conducting IFSP meetings, and authorizing services for children from birth to 3 years old.
Responsibilities
- Conduct IFSP meetings in accordance with EI regulations and municipal policies.
- Ensure the completion of all necessary documentation for the evaluation and IFSP process.
- Ensure accurate completion of other procedures as outlined in the NYC Policy and Procedure Manual and New York State Regulations.
- Utilize the EI Hub case management system for data entry, case processing, and monitoring.
- Communicate effectively with providers, families, service coordinators, and colleagues.
- Attend scheduled regulatory meetings with office and field staff, as well as external meetings.
- Respond to, prepare for, and attend mediations/fair hearings as assigned.
- Complete other assignments as necessary.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
- A satisfactory equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
- Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.
Skills
- Understanding of early childhood development, delays and disabilities
- Knowledge of NYC services for young children
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of EI regulations is an asset
- Written and oral communication skills
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Hybrid (up to two days per week from home, depending on position)
Experience Level
- Minimum of four years of progressive, responsible, experience related to Health Care Program Planning, Research, Design, Operation, Evaluation and Analysis (with Bachelor's Degree)
- Minimum of three years progressive, responsible, experience directly related to health care program planning, research, design, operation, evaluation and analysis (with Master's Degree)
Education Level
- Baccalaureate Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Social Sciences, Health Care Specialization, Physical Sciences or related programs
- Master's Degree in Public Health, Public or Hospital Administration, Health Care Specialization, Business Administration or related disciplines
Salary/Compensations
- USD 65803 - USD 65803
Benefits
- Premium-free health insurance plan
- Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund
- Public sector defined benefit pension plan
- Tax-deferred savings program
- Robust Worksite Wellness Program
- Potential eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs
About the Company
- 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.
- 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 Bureau of Early Intervention oversees provision of therapeutic services to 30,000 children ages birth to 3 years each year.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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 [email protected] or 347-396-6549.
