HealthySteps Specialist

Company: TIGA PEDIATRICS PC
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 25, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description HealthySteps Specialist HealthySteps Specialist Location : On-site (Pediatric Primary Care Practice) Employment: Grant-funded (5-year term), Full-time or Part-time Reports To: Practice Administrator / Medical Director (With training and guidance from the HealthySteps National team) About the HealthySteps Program HealthySteps is a national, evidence-based program that supports children ages 0–3 and their caregivers within pediatric primary care. The program focuses on: Child development Social-emotional health Strong caregiver-child relationships Early identification of concerns Connecting families to support services Position Summary The HealthySteps Specialist is part of the pediatric care team. You will support families during well-child visits and follow-up interactions. You will focus on: Child development Social-emotional functioning Parenting support Early identification of concerns Connecting families to services This role provides short-term, preventive, and consultative support. It does not include long-term therapy or ongoing psychotherapy. What a Typical Day May Include Supporting Families Promote the HealthySteps program to families and providers Conduct well-child visits (in-person or virtual) focused on development and relational health Provide guidance on child behavior, development, and parenting concerns Build strong, trusting relationships with caregivers Screening & Early Identification Conduct developmental, behavioral, and social-emotional screenings Share results with pediatric providers Identify early signs of delays, behavioral concerns, or family stress Care Coordination Coordinate care with the primary care team Participate in supervision and team meetings Document visits, screenings, and referrals in the EHR Accompany families to care appointments when appropriate Referrals & Follow-Up Connect families to community resources (early intervention, behavioral health, social services) Support families in completing referrals Follow up to ensure services are accessed Use closed-loop referral practices when possible Parent & Community Engagement Facilitate parent support groups Manage community referrals and follow-ups Maintain a family support line and respond promptly Program Participation Track caseload and service levels Participate in HealthySteps training and coaching Follow HealthySteps guidelines and evidence-based practices Document services to support program reporting and grant requirements Practice Approach The HealthySteps Specialist works in a relationship-centered, family-first way. You will: Deliver culturally responsive, trauma-informed care Use a strengths-based approach Respect diverse family backgrounds Reflect on your work and commit to ongoing growth Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling Licensed in New York State (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LPC, or equivalent) Experience working with children ages 0–3 and caregivers Strong communication and engagement skills Ability to work as part of a clinical team Comfort discussing sensitive topics with families Bilingual Proficiency in English and Spanish is required Preferred Qualifications Experience using developmental screening tools Familiarity with pediatric primary care or integrated behavioral health Experience in grant-funded or evidence-based programs

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