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).
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:
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.
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Qualification Requirements
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.