Associate Director for Children's Services

At Essen Health Care, our tagline is 'Where Care Comes Together.' As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State.Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system.With over 1,100 employees and 400+ practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond through over 35 medical offices, telehealth services, and our Essen House Calls program.The Associate Director for Children's Services will oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive health services tailored to children and their families within the Health Home framework. This role requires a dynamic leader who is passionate about improving health outcomes for children, promoting family engagement, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, coordinated careProgram Development and ManagementDevelop, implement, and manage programs and services for children and families within the Health Home modelEnsure that services are culturally competent, family-centered, and aligned with best practices and regulatory requirementsMonitor program performance and outcomes, making data-driven decisions to enhance service deliveryLead continuous quality improvement initiatives to optimize care coordination and patient outcomesLeadership and SupervisionSupervise and support a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including case managers, social workers, and support staffFoster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages professional growth and developmentConduct regular team meetings, performance evaluations, and provide ongoing training and supportMentor staff in evidence-based practices and Health Home service delivery standardsCollaboration and Community EngagementBuild and maintain partnerships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to enhance service delivery and resource availabilityAdvocate for children's health and wellness initiatives within the community and at the policy levelRepresent the organization at community meetings, conferences, and other professional eventsDevelop strategic alliances to expand access to pediatric specialty services and community resourcesQuality Assurance and ComplianceEnsure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards pertaining to children's health services, including New York State Health Home requirementsImplement quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and client satisfactionConduct regular assessments and audits to ensure adherence to program protocols and standardsMaintain accurate documentation and reporting systems for regulatory and accreditation purposesMaster's degree in social work, Public Health, Psychology, or related fieldCurrent New York State licensure (LCSW, LMHC, or equivalent) preferredMinimum of 5 years of experience in children's services, healthcare, or social servicesMinimum of 3 years in a supervisory or leadership roleStrong knowledge of the Health Home model, child development, and best practices in pediatric healthcareExperience working with diverse, underserved populationsProficient in data analysis and program evaluation methodologiesCore CompetenciesExcellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsAbility to work collaboratively with diverse populations and stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesLeadership and team management skillsCultural competency and sensitivityKnowledge of trauma-informed care principlesEssen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.

Created: 2025-11-01