Case Navigator

With an annual budget of $2.3 billion and more than 7,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We're tackling a broad range of public health issues with innovative policies and programs and getting exceptional results, but our work is never finished. The breadth of our innovative programs provides the widest range of choices for every member of our team.        

The Center for Population Health Data Science (CPHDS)- launched in October of 2023- aims to catalyze critical data modernization work and enable the agency to make progress toward linking public health, healthcare, and social service for timely and effective public action. We are working towards making these data more accessible, timely, equitable, meaningfully usable, and protected – and actively used to protect and promote the health and well-being of New Yorkers. We aim to strengthen agency-wide data capabilities by empowering our workforce, enhancing intra- and inter-agency data sharing, and using modern technology to yield trusted and integrated data and insights. A real-time and comprehensive view of city needs is needed to enhance public health actions and improve health outcomes for the most vulnerable New Yorkers.

The selected candidate will be an employee of Public Health Solutions, a nonprofit organization which is the fiscal and administrative manager of the grant but will be supervised by DOHMH.  

We are seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven professional to support customer amendment services within the Bureau of Vital Statistics (BVS). In this role, you will serve as a key point of contact for customers navigating complex amendment processes, ensuring a high standard of customer care grounded in respect, empathy, and accountability. You will also play a critical operational role by reviewing applications, maintaining compliance with policies, supporting financial and security procedures, and contributing to process improvements. This position is essential to maintaining continuity of operations during emergencies and advancing the agency’s mission to provide accurate and timely vital records services. 

Duties: 

Customer Service & Case Navigation

• Provide high-quality customer support aligned with agency principles of respect, trust, empathy, and accountability 
• Serve as a case navigator, offering clear, step-by-step guidance for amendment requests 
• Communicate with customers through written correspondence using clear, courteous plain language 
• As needed, assist customers in the lobby setting, including at service windows or podiums 
• Review customer documents, identify issues, and follow up to ensure resolution 
• Support emergency response operations, including continuity of services during crises such as storms 

Amendment Processing & Compliance

• Review, process, and approve various amendment types, including: 
  • Name changes, Acknowledgements of Parentage and court order amendments 
• Apply professional judgment and training to resolve application issues in compliance with Health Code and BVS policies 

Financial Oversight

• Review and reconcile financial accounts
• Ensure daily submission of financial reconciliations and follow up as needed 

Process Improvement & Systems Support

• Collaborate with leadership to identify opportunities for process improvements 
• Analyze workflows and propose data-driven enhancements to improve customer experience 
• Test IT system updates and report results to stakeholders 
• Submit and track IT tickets for issues impacting operations, including systems such as eVital, Documentum, Qmatic, and office equipment 

Professional Development & Collaboration

• Present complex cases during monthly peer review meetings 
• Prepare case summaries outlining challenges, actions taken, and proposed next steps 
• Participate in required agency trainings, QA sessions, and approved external learning opportunities 
• Engage in ongoing training for system updates and professional skill development

Why Join Us 

• Directly contribute to advancing public health in New York City and setting best practices globally through innovative data products. 
• Lead the transformative integration of modern data practices with epidemiology and health informatics to define the next era of timely and effective public health strategies. 
• Be part of a mission-focused organization that is one of the largest public health agencies in the world, serving 8.5 million New Yorkers from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and dedicated to improving their health and wellbeing. 
• Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity, innovation, learning, and professional growth. 

Benefits: 

• Hybrid Work Schedule. 
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays. 
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision. 
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefits. 
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability Coverage. 
• 403 (b) + employer matching and discretionary company contributions. 
• College Savings Plan. 
• Ongoing training and continuous opportunities for professional growth and development.

Additional Information:

• This is a temporary grant-funded position ending November 2027, with the possibility of continuation as a DOHMH employee. 
• Preference may be given to individuals residing in New York City (5 boroughs) or surrounding New York State counties. 
• This individual will be required to reside in the Tri-State Area (New York, New Jersey, and/or Connecticut) 
• This individual will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies. 

At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities. 

We look forward to learning more about you!

PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and veterans.