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Assistant Health Services Coordinator
Description of Duties
This is a professional position located at the Department of Public Health responsible for assisting families and children (infants to three [3] years of age) in obtaining services recommended by professionals such as physicians, school district staff and providers. Duties include authorizing appropriate services, securing the services, and monitoring the services delivered by professionals. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a Senior Assistant Health Services Coordinator or other higher level senior staff member.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s degree plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience working with children in any structured, organized program or service including, but not limited to, education, counseling, health, and sports; OR,
- Four (4) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent* experience as described in (B) above; OR,
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
If you are appointed, you will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.
