Health & Human Services

The mission of the Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) is to promote the health, safety, and well-being of the families in our city by providing accessible, equitable, and effective services that improve quality of life. We strive to support and empower people through innovative solutions, compassionate care, and a commitment to fostering a healthier, more resilient society for all.

We achieve our mission through the actual delivery of various programs across our Department.

DIVISION OF HEALTH PROGRAMS  (973) 321-1277

Joel Ramirez

  • Adult Health
  • Childhood Lead Poison Control Program
  • Environmental Health
  • Environmental Food Retail
  • Health Educator
  • Heat Hotline / Cooling Center Information
  • Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Clinic
  • Tuberculosis (TB) Chest Clinic
  • Vital Statistics
  • Well Baby & Podiatry Program

DIVISION OF HUMAN SERVICES PROGRAMS  (973) 321-1242

  • Financial Empowerment Center (FEC)
  • Planning & Program Analysis
  • Mercantile Licensing
  • Municipal Alliance Prevention Program (MAPP)
  • Municipal Identification
  • Rent Leveling
  • Joel D. Ramirez
    Director
    Ryan White Grants Office
  • Senior Services
  • School Based Youth Services Program (SBYSP)
  • Youth Services Bureau (YSB)
DHHS Planning & Advisory Councils: