PROGRAM AND JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of programs, policies, services, and environments that support physical and socio-emotional health, and promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safety and well-being for New York City families and children. The Division is comprised of the Bureau of Maternal Infant and Reproductive Health, the Bureau of Early Intervention, the Office of School Health, and the Bureau of Administration.

The vision of the DFCH is that every child, woman, and family recognize their power and is given the opportunity to reach their full health and development potential. We encourage qualified applicants with demonstrated commitment to social justice, particularly racial, gender, and LGBTQI+ equity to apply.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

* Apply the nursing process to assess the six prescribed NFP domains, including physical, emotional, social and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to health and life course development.

* Assist women and their families in establishing realistic goals and measurable outcomes; utilize reflective practice, stages of change, and other behavioral change approaches.

* Provide counseling to assist women & their families in attaining targeted goals in areas including prenatal & postpartum care, nutrition, parenting, childcare, family planning, special health problems, housing, continuing education & employment.

* Evaluate women's & families' progress toward target goals, revise plan of care as appropriate.

* Develop a working relationship with women and their families that promotes trust and problem solving.

* Assist client in developing supportive relationships with family members and friends during pregnancy, birth and childcare.

* Link women and family with community resources that are relevant to their specific needs.

* Consult and collaborate with other professionals providing service to women and their families.

* Record nursing activities in a timely manner and in accord with project visit and institutional guidelines.

* Participate in ongoing learning in program implementation.

* Meet with supervisor for minimum of one hour per week.

* Participate in weekly 2-hour team meetings and case conferences.

* Perform other related duties as needed.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
* Organized and good at multi-tasking
* A license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from a regionally-accredited college or university, or one recognized by the New York State Education Department as following acceptable educational practices; and a minimum of two years of full-time work experience in maternal/child health, pediatric health or a closely related field, in a public health, community-based, hospital, clinic or home visiting setting.
* The Registered Professional Nurse license and registration must be maintained for the duration of employment.
* A Motor Vehicle Driver license valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for the duration of assignment.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook.

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.

Qualification Requirements
1. A license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from a regionally-accredited college or university, or one recognized by the New York State Education Department as following acceptable educational practices; and a minimum of two years of full-time work experience in maternal/child health, pediatric health or a closely related field, in a public health, community-based, hospital, clinic or home visiting setting.

The Registered Professional Nurse license and registration must be maintained for the duration of employment.

License Requirement:
A Motor Vehicle Driver license valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for the duraion of assignment.

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.