Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleHealth Program Administrator/Trainee (NY HELPS) - 47965,47966

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Division of Family Health/ Bureau of Perinatal, Reproductive, and Sexual Health - Sexual Violence Prevention and Response

Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, 8th Floor

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Division of Family Health's Bureau of Perinatal, Reproductive, and Sexual Health, Sexual Violence Response Unit is recruiting for two Health Program Administrator/Trainee positions. The two HPAs (G18) will work in the Bureau of Perinatal, Reproductive, and Sexual Health, Sexual Violence Response Unit, under the direction of a Health Program Administrator 1. The HPAs will be primarily responsible for managing routine activities within the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) Program and assisting with related sexual violence response initiatives. Responsibilities include reviewing and approving SAFE examiner certifications and re-certifications, reviewing and approving SAFE training and SAFE hospital applications, reviewing quarterly reports, completing risk assessments, and conducting monitoring activities. The HPAs will each manage a workload of approximately 20-25 SAFE-designated hospitals, conduct occasional in-person visits to hospitals and work with hospitals on follow-up restorative action plans. The HPAs will maintain updated information and resources on hospital treatment of sexual assault patients and provide resources and technical assistance.

Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS: Bachelor's or higher degree.

Transfer Candidates: Current NYS Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent permanent status as a Health Program Administrator (G-18); OR current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive service in a title eligible to transfer.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the field of sexual violence prevention and/or response, or experience working with sexual assault survivors; Experience with program management and coordination of public health programs; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Experience managing multiple tasks and collaborating with various partners; Bachelor's degree or higher in public health or related field.

Additional Comments Two full-time, permanent, competitive posiotns. Transfer Candidates may be asked for their social security number to verify eligibility.

Positions may be filled at a trainee level (equated to Grades 14/16), or Grade 18, depending upon the qualifications of the candidate.

Degrees awarded from educational institutions outside the United States, or its territories must be independently verified for equivalency. Please see http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm for additional information.

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.

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 (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. 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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MR/HPA/47965,47966/DFH included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MR/HPA/47965,47966/DFH, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.