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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.

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Early Intervention (EI) is a comprehensive interagency program that supports infants and children with developmental delays in their efforts to realize their full potential. It empowers families to meet their own needs, and entitles eligible 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 duringCOVID-19 by NYS. Outreach is a critical component of New York State(NYS) Early Intervention (EI) regulations primarily implemented through a mandated “Child Find” system. Municipalities are responsible for conducting awareness and outreach activities to identify, locate, and refer children at risk of developmental delays or a disability with a high probability of a delay, to ensure families have access to services. A key tool for identifying children in need of EI Services is develop mental screening conducted by professionals of all disciplines, caretakers and parents, using a validated instrument such as the Ages and Stages Questionnaire(ASQ). DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Assist with oversight of the outreach unit including the supervision of three Outreach Associates focused on providers in 2 Care communities. Develop relationships and outreach strategies with childcare providers, health care and medical providers, community organizations, early childhood and disability organizations, other City agencies and others to identify outreach opportunities and disseminate information about developmental screening, 2 Care and EI. Attend monthly meetings organized by community partnerships and networks to foster a sustained presence in the community Produce reports on outreach activities as requested by leadership. Coordinate Outreach Events including BEI volunteers for evening/weekend events and for specific language requests. Assist with the collection and reporting of data for Outreach Events PREFERRED SKILLS: - Knowledge of early childhood development, ages birth to three years - Knowledge of the NYC Early Intervention Program, its policies and procedures and of the NYC EI service landscape - Outstanding verbal communication skills - Excellent written communication skills - Strong organizational and multitasking skills - Ability to work both independently and with a team - Experienced with PowerPoint and Microsoft Excel Why you should work for us: - Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/) - Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund. o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. o a tax-deferred savings program and o 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. Preferred Skills: Experience managing competitive procurements for a government agency Experience writing specifications or scopes of work (SOWs) for competitive procurements or contracts Experience using the PASSPort system Superior writing skills. Ability to manage a wide range of projects in a fast-paced environment. 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! 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. SR HEALTHCARE PROG PLAN ANLYST - 83052

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements 1. 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 2. 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 3. A satisfactory equivalent combination or training, education and experience; and 4. Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.