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Assistant Director, Bureau Of Early Intervention

Posted on March 18, 2025

  • Brooklyn, United States of America
  • 79473.0 - 91394.0 USD (yearly)
  • Full Time

Assistant Director, Bureau Of Early Intervention
  • DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted On: 03/18/2025
  • Full-Time
Location
BROOKLYN
  • Exam May Be Required
Department
Early Intervention

Salary Range:
$79,473.00 – $91,394.00

Job Description

ONLY Open for permanent DOHMH employees in the title of Associate Staff Analyst.

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. The Bureau of Early Intervention oversees provision of therapeutic services to 30,000 children ages birth to 3 years each year. At the borough level, contracted service agencies are monitored by the Regional Office

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
  • Assist with the oversight of the Regional Office practices and work to ensure that they are consistent with other EI Regional offices
Supervise Regional Office staff, including office managers, Early Intervention Official Designees
  • Advise the Director of all matters relating to the Regional Office performance
Work with staff to ensure delivery of high quality services to NYC's children and families, including implementing NYC Policy and Procedures and promoting regulatory compliance
  • Oversee staff work in the EI Hub, the NYS EI case management and billing system and work in a dynamic team environment to build commitment to the program goals and initiatives, by working closely with all levels of staff
  • Assist with staff hiring, performance evaluations and staff development
  • Assist with developing reports and presentations
  • Develop and implement procedures, databases and indicators to maintain information and monitor office performance and efficiency.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
  • Knowledge of early childhood development, ages birth to three years
  • Familiarity with best practices in working with infants and toddlers and their families, particularly infants and toddlers with delays and disabilities
  • Knowledge of the NYC Early Intervention Program, its policies and procedures, and of the NYC EI service landscape
  • Outstanding verbal communication skills, in person and on the phone
  • Experience with meeting facilitation, mediation, or similar tasks that involve moderation and bringing a group to consensus
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills, and experience working with strict process requirements and deadlines
  • Ability to work both independently and as a team
  • Experience with case management or similar software/applications a plus.

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.

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 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.

ASSOCIATE STAFF ANALYST - 12627


Minimum Qualifications


1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, public health, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school, and one year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management, or in a related area; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas described in "1" above.

3.An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and five years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above.

4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and seven years of satisfactory full-time professional experience as described in “1” above.

5.A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, “3”, or “4” above. College education may be substituted for professional experience at the rate of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience as described in “1” above.


55a Program


This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness


As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement


New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information


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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Job ID
707446
Title code
12627
Civil service title
ASSOCIATE STAFF ANALYST
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Assistant Director, Bureau Of Early Intervention
Posted until
03/17/2026
  • Experience Level:
    Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
16 Court Street
  • Category:
    Health

Assistant Director, Bureau of Early Intervention


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