Review Vacancy
AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of
TitleNurse Practitioner Family Health (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $136897 to $136897 Annually
Duties Description Reporting to the Associate Commissioner for Oversight and Compliance, the Director of Child Health’s duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Provide input for the development, implementation, and revision of clinical health policies and procedures for childcare prog rams.
• Educate and counsel individuals, child care providers and families regarding illnesses, medications, medical tests, and treatment goals and procedures.
• Serve as the technical assistance lead for the Division of Child Care Services (DCCS) licensing and enrollment staff on child care programmatic health related matters.
• Provide guidance and implementation assistance on child care regulatory provisions in the areas of health and infection control, child development, nutrition, and safety.
• Represent the Division of Child Care Services in multidisciplinary teams focused on child health, mental health, social emotional health and wellness.
• Coordinate with stakeholders such as NYS DOH, NYCDOHMH, NYSED and other child health partners.
• Lead child care staff wellness initiatives for the DCCS.
• Oversee the implementation of the allergy and anaphylaxis initiative in child care settings.
• Coordinate with the NYS DOH on child vaccination campaigns.
• Coordinate and oversee the Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies health care consultants statewide and other health care consultants.
• Develop policy recommendations and provide overall direction related to all child health and child care employee health and wellness matters, including the development of regulatory language and statutory proposals.
• Assess proposed policies, regulations and statutes for health care related implications to child care programs and provide analysis to Division leadership.
• Facilitate meetings, conference calls and day-to-day communication with public and private stakeholders and OCFS staff to move Division efforts forward.
• Prepare, review, and finalize documents for distribution by the DCCS to the Commissioner’s Office, other OCFS staff and outside partners.
• Guide the formulation of training and professional development to DCCS staff and external partners.
• Analyze written communications submitted by outside partners and prepare recommendations and/or a response by the Division, as appropriate.
• Maintain liaison role with other planning, policy, and support units relative to program implementation, program design, etc.
• Provide support to OCFS work related to safe sleep and preventing child fatalities.
Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview. Spanish speaking preferred.
Minimum Qualifications One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer.
OR
Current Licensure as a Family Health Nurse Practitioner in New York State.
Must maintain a valid New York State license and registration.
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
Additional Comments Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.
*For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
A starting salary rate increase for staff hired into the Nurse Practitioner (Family Health) titles is in effect. The starting salary for Nurse Practitioner (Family Health) titles is now $111,897.00.
Staff in these titles have also been approved to receive geographic pay of [[$25,000]] for [[Cayuga County]].
Background Investigation Requirements:
1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees.
2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.
3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable.
The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
Address
Street Bureau of Personnel - MIH
52 Washington Street, 231 North
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.