Pre-IFSP Specialist

only permanent employees in the title and those that are reachable on the principal administrative associate civil service list are eligible to apply.

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.

the process of getting children to services includes processing referrals to the eip, scheduling evaluations and individualized family service plan (ifsp) meetings, and authorizing services.

• monitor a tableau dashboard, approve actions in the ei hub, and follow up with the initial service coordinator regarding assignments and submissions.
• review multidisciplinary evaluations for completeness, enter them into the esu application, reject or accept the evaluation in the ei hub, and assign a scheduler to eligible children. Upload evaluations into the child’s electronic case file.

• city employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as a premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10,000 annually.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax‑deferred savings program.
• a robust worksite wellness program that offers resources and opportunities to keep employees healthy while serving new yorkers.
• work-from-home policy: depending on the position, employees may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• job security compared to private sector employment, contributing to making nyc a healthy place to live and work.

• a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full‑time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience, one year of which must have been in an administrative capacity or supervising staff performing clerical/administrative work of more than moderate difficulty.
• an associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full‑time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience including one year of the administrative supervisory experience described above.
• a four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and five years of satisfactory full‑time progressively responsible clerical/administrative experience including one year of the administrative supervisory experience described above.
• education and/or experience equivalent to any of the options above, with the one year of administrative or supervisory experience required.

• familiarity with a range of computer systems and proficiency with microsoft office.
• ability to be organized, self‑motivated, detail‑oriented and attentive to deadlines.
• ability to multitask.
• strong customer service skills.
• strong verbal communication skills, in person and on the phone.
• ability to work both independently and as a team member.

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.

residency requirement: new york city residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. City employees who have worked for the city for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in nassau, suffolk, putnam, westchester, rockland, or orange county.

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.

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,  or 347‑396‑6549.