Early Intervention Specialist 2 (NY HELPS)

Description: Duties Description The Early Intervention Specialist 2 (EIS 2) will be responsible for overseeing, triaging, distributing and responding to inquiries from early intervention stakeholders including questions related to Program policy and the Early Intervention Program information system, and ensuring that all queries and requests are completed. This position will also assist with early intervention programmatic system requirements for the Early Intervention Program data system, participating in testing when testing is required prior to data system application releases and assisting with updates to the data system user manual, user guides, training material, and other documentation as required. The EIS 2 will provide early intervention subject matter expertise and provide input to develop Program requirements and will assist with training and technical assistance and communication related to both system operation and general Early Intervention policy. This position will collaborate with other Bureau units and assist in the development of policies and procedures and dissemination of this information. The EIS 2 will participate in updating guidance documents and other Bureau of Early Intervention publicly available material. This position will assist with maintaining current operations as well as updates/changes to support Early Intervention Program operations. The EIS 2 will provide supervision of staff.

NY HELPS: Bachelor's degree or higher and four years of the experience described below, one year of which must have been at a supervisory level. Substitution: a master's degree may substitute for one year of the general experience, and a doctoral degree may substitute for an additional year of the general experience. Experience must have included the provision of Early Intervention services to children under age five, with or at risk for disabilities, as well as services to their families. Examples of services include, but are not limited to, occupational or physical therapy, speech language pathology, and Early Intervention service coordination. Experience must have been in an approved Early Intervention program under Article 25, Part 69, of the New York State Public Health Law, and Title 10 of the New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations; or in an approved Preschool Special Education program under Section 4410, of the New York State Education Law, where the primary focus is providing Early Intervention services to children under age 5. Experience may also have been in a professional position in a public or private setting, developing, administering, and evaluating approved Early Intervention programs. An example of a professional position includes, but is not limited to, a county Early Intervention official. Non-qualifying experience includes services provided to children age five or older. Information on approved Early Intervention programs under Article 25, Part 69, of the New York State Public Health Law, and Title 10 of the New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations can be found at: https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/service_providers/. Information on approved Preschool Special Education programs under Section 4410 of the New York State Education Law can be found at: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/preschool/approved-preschool-special-education-program-sites.html. General information about New York State's Early Intervention Program can be found at: https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/index.htm. Transfer Opportunity: Current Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent permanent status as an Early Intervention Specialist 2 (G-23).

Preferred Qualifications: Excellent oral and written communication skills; knowledge and familiarity with federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to young children with disabilities; administrative skills; supervision experience; ability to work independently and on a team to develop policy documents, and training materials. Experience with providing guidance and technical assistance to program participants. Familiarity with current best practice trends in early intervention and early childhood services. Experience utilizing the EI-Hub and/or other state data system(s) that support case management and financial program functions. Some travel to areas not served by public transportation may be involved. Computer experience including use of Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Additional Comments Full-time, permanent, competitive position. Transfer candidates may be asked for their social security number to verify eligibility. When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications. This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation. We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including: Holiday & Paid Time Off Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System Shift & Geographic pay differentials Affordable Health Care options Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost NYS Deferred Compensation plan Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds And many more. The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.Reasonable.Accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request. The NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate of the position (beginning of the salary range). Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.