New York State Jobs (11)

Cleaner, Bronx Psychiatric Center, Cleaner, P24125

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications There are no education or experience requirements. Applicants must be physically able to perform the task of the position, and able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.

Duties Description Cleaners perform a variety of tasks involving medium to heavy physical effort associated with the cleaning and caring for assigned areas and ensuring a safe, clean, and hygienic environment is maintained.

Primarily assigned to patient care areas, Cleaners wash walls, bathrooms, dining rooms, floors, corridors, stairs, and stairwells;
clean spilled bodily fluids and collect and transport waste within specific guidelines associated with infection control and safety;

clean and polish furniture; and move furniture in preparation for cleaning. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.

Additional Comments Background Investigation / Justice Center Review :

Prospective appointees will be : 1) Checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs.

Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable.

2) Investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC) which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks.

All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment.

Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees.

3) Screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees may be required to pay any necessary fees.

Additionally, prospective employees whose names are indicated on the SCR may be barred from appointment.

Additional Comments :

This position is eligible for the Downstate Adjustment of $3,087.

OMH hospital employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Addictions Counselor 1

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Currently employed as an Addictions Counselor 1 OR Current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in NYS OR eligible for transfer.

Applicants must possess current registration as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) in New York State.

Candidate must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs.

Failure to maintain certification and Medicaid / Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.

Mandatory overtime (MOT) is a requirement of this position. Chosen candidate(s) will be added to the mandatory overtime roster, which is utilized on a rotating basis.

The MOT is applied during times of emergency, when all other staffing options have been exhausted (volunteers, hourly staff, contracted staff).

Our Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) operate 24 / 7 / 365 programing. Therefore, MOT IS an essential function of this position and is critical to maintaining adequate staffing at all times in order to ensure the health and safety of clients within the facility.

Duties Description The Addictions Counselor 1 serves as a member of the Addiction Treatment Center’s (ATC’s) multidisciplinary treatment team and works under the supervision of a higher-level Addictions Counselor or Licensed Master Social Worker performing duties related to the care and counseling of clients.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following :

Functions as a primary counselor for an assigned group or groups of clients managing all facets of clinical services and direct care.
Provides individual and group therapy and facilitates a variety of recreational, vocational, and social activities.
Interviews clients and reviews medical / psychiatric history; completes various assessments as part of treatment plan development
Monitors patient compliance with treatment goals.
Completes required client and facility documentation (both electronic and paper) adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
Provides orientation to the clients regarding the nature of the treatment facility, including its programs, activities, policies, and rules.
Provides Crisis Intervention.
Maintains relationships with vocational, educational, social services, probation, parole, referral agencies, and other community agencies associated with client rehabilitation to ensure continuity of services.
May communicate with insurance companies to obtain both preauthorization and recurring reviews.
Conducts routine rounds and documents observations; maintains a safe and therapeutic environment.
May transport clients using agency vehicles.
Participates in meal preparation and distribution.
Communicates shift change information as appropriate to facilitate smooth transition.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the ATC.

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Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1,

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Reassignment : Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b / c service as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.

Eligible List Appointment : Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.

If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, you may receive a canvass letter.

You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.

Section 70.1 Transfer to Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor : Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b / c service in either of the following titles : Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Spanish Language) or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (Manual Communications).

55b / c Appointment : These positions are eligible for 55b / c designation and are subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b / c eligibility letter.

Provisional Appointment : In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered.

For provisional appointment, candidates must have the following :

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1 : Bachelor’s degree or higher AND enrollment in a master's degree program in rehabilitation counseling, counseling, or a related field of study* with courses in rehabilitation, counseling, disability, therapy, health, employment, wellness, or human development as determined by the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC).

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 2 : Bachelor’s degree or higher AND completion of 50% of the coursework toward a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling, counseling, or a related field of study* with courses in rehabilitation, counseling, disability, therapy, health, employment, wellness, or human development as determined by the CRCC AND one year of service as Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee 1 or equivalent.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor : A current Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) credential as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC);
OR a Master’s or Doctoral degree in counseling or rehabilitation counseling, including a supervised 600-hour internship in rehabilitation counseling from a Council on Rehabilitation Education accredited program or Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs accredited program;

OR a Master's or Doctoral degree in a related field of study* as determined by the CRCC AND eligibility to sit for the CRC certificate examination.

Related fields of study include the following : addictions counseling, behavioral health, behavioral science, blindness rehabilitation, child / family studies, communication disorders, counseling, counseling psychology, deaf education, disability studies, educational psychology, guidance and counseling, health services, health studies, human development, human relations, human resources, human services, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, rehabilitation services, school counseling, school psychology, social work, special education, substance use disorders, counseling, vision rehabilitation studies, vocational assessment, and vocational evaluation.

Provisional candidates must take the examination for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor when it is next offered and must be reachable on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment.

Employees of ACCES-VR who are currently in a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor position and are interested in transferring to a location listed on this flyer MUST apply for the position as outlined in the Application section of this flyer.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) is seeking candidates for Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor positions in the Queens District Office.

This office assists persons with disabilities to attain employment, educational, and / or independent living goals. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

Manage a caseload, including writing case notes and maintaining supporting documentation;
Determine eligibility;
Develop employment goals and Individualized Plans for Employment;
Purchase goods and services as needed for individuals to reach their employment goals;
Coordinate the resources of the family, community, and specialists; and
Determine case closure.

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Maintenance Assistant

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled trades worker,

Completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course.

Duties Description Perform routine, repetitive maintenance, installation and repair tasks in one or a combination of the mechanical, building construction, motor equipment and electrical trades.

Perform journey level activities involving maintenance and repair work on structures and equipment under supervision, or after receiving detailed instructions, to learn and perfect skills.

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Maintenance Assistant

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive : Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work

under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*;

or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program

includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of

technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15

hours of blueprint / schematic reading course work. It does not include 4,000 hours of

on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades

Traineeship.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York

State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Duties Description Duties include but are not limited to :

General maintenance of all facilities in Broome Residency coverage area, including the Whitney Point Rest Area and Southern Tier Welcome Center.
Apply a working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, equipment used within the Department as indicated for the position;

apply a working knowledge of safety standards and procedures and applicable codes and regulations.

Perform moderate to heavy manual labor; climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms.
Perform routine replacement and repair of plumbing of potable water systems and steam fitting equipment and installation of new equipment according to layouts provided by the supervisor by cutting, fitting and threading pipe;

removing existing pipes and fixtures. Must understand oil fired and propane fired heating systems.

Perform routine maintenance and operation of Clivus Multrum Composting toilet systems at Rest Areas.
Cut, weld and braze a variety of metal materials and equipment.
Perform semi-skilled carpentry activities including repairing doors, windows, stairs, railings, locks and door hardware.

Construction of miscellaneous small buildings / roof structures to protect equipment and materials, from wood and metal materials.

This also includes concrete form work, concrete flat work, foundation slab / sidewalk work and other miscellaneous concrete repairs.

Operate and maintain heating and hot water equipment by replacing parts such as filters, pumps and cleaning equipment.
Perform routine tasks of the electrical trade, including repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors, switches, outlets, lights and running new circuits.
As assigned, operate a motor vehicle and operate trucks and equipment.
Maintenance Assistant may supervise others.
Specific duties will be discussed at the time of the interview.

Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.

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Office Assistant 1

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications 70.1 TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS :

One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B / C service allocated to a Grade 6 or higher eligible for transfer and determined to be similar by Civil Service.

55 B / C QUALIFICATIONS

Individuals certified eligible for the 55 B / C program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons / Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55 B / C of the Civil Service Law will also be considered.

To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response.

You must meet the open competitive qualifications from the most recent examination announcement. The open competitive minimum qualifications are :

There are no minimum qualifications.

Duties Description

Provide in-person customer service
Assist with licensing exam administration
Answer email inquiries from the public
Other clerical tasks as necessary.

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Horticulturist

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications A High School Diploma or GED is required; coursework in horticulture is preferred. A minimum of one (1) year of practical horticultural experience.

Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.

SKILLS :

Ability to work well in a team but also be self-motivated when working independently
Excellent interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Be willing and able to work outdoors in all types of weather
Stand for long periods of time
Perform repetitive movements
Be able to lift / move 30 pounds
Use their hands / body to control, use, and feel objects, tools or controls

Duties Description POSITION SUMMARY :

Under supervision, the Hourly Horticulturist is responsible for assisting in performing all horticulture field operations at locations throughout Battery Park City Authority owned Parks.

This position runs from the spring to the fall.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

The list of essential functions is intended to be representative of tasks performed within this classification and is not exhaustive.

The Hourly Horticulturist will be expected to perform reasonable duties assigned to them by team leaders and senior staff.

Assist with horticultural tasks as requested, and use the best horticultural practices to help maintain and beautify BPC Parks
Assist with organic plant care including awareness and communication of plant health, physiological, and pest-related issues
Assist in caring for the soil
Remove litter and help maintain the highest appearance standards
Under supervision, assist with the safe and effective operation of equipment
Work independently, effectively, and safely on gardening tasks, including weeding, planting, mowing, edging, watering, and other horticultural tasks as requested
Work well in teams, follow directions, and positively contribute to shared projects
Assist with task records and observation reports
Be available for events and emergencies, including weather-related events; assist with preparation and cleanup, be available for overtime if necessary
Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Comments As of January 6, 2022 all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus as defined by the CDC, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability

Battery Park City Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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

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Press secretary

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications The most qualified candidates will have :

Fluency in written and verbal Spanish a plus
At least two years of demonstrated experience working on a communications team
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public policy, public administration, political science, or other relevant fields of study
Fluency in Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, comfort with Tik Tok

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

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Press Secretary

New York State New York, NY

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Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Appointment method :

This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Duties Description The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks to build an equitable, transparent, and resilient financial system that benefits individuals and supports business.

Through engagement, data-driven regulation and policy, and operational excellence, the Department and its employees are responsible for empowering consumers and protecting them from financial harm;

ensuring the health of the entities we regulate; driving economic growth in New York through responsible innovation; and preserving the stability of the global financial system.

The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates for the position of Press Secretary in External Affairs and Strategy.

Under the general direction of the Executive Deputy Superintendent and Assistant Deputy Superintendent of External Affairs and Strategy, the Press Secretary plans and assists with coordinating DFS communication and media operations.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following :

Formal spokesperson for the agency for media inquiries;
Develops and maintains relationships with financial services media outlets;
Develops and executes external communications efforts; identifies opportunities to support organizational initiatives; develops communications materials and plans community programs to promote and publicize these activities;
Collaborates with Executive team in the development of strategic communications plans to support DFS's mission, goals, and objectives;
Drafts, reviews and edits communications materials including news releases, news materials, talking points, opinion pieces, online content, external education programs, and annual reports;
Researches and prepares responses to inquiries from local and national press; tracks relevant press coverage, including social media activity;
Supervises and manages members of the communications team including media affairs, social media, public engagement, and speechwriting : The candidate should have experience managing and supervising team members of varying experience, and be able to offer them strategic guidance, feedback and insight;
Oversees coordination of Legislative and External Affairs relationships agency-wide and promotes improvements that advance the mission of DFS and progress toward policies that are more impactful, inclusive, and equitable;
Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with government officials and community stakeholders and navigates complex issues with multiple constituencies with differing perspectives and needs;
Supports media activities with the Governor’s press office, other state agencies and relevant outside entities concerning press events and activities;
Acts as a primary liaison to the Governor’s press office, other state agencies, and other relevant outside entities concerning press events;
Performs advance logistics duties in preparation of upcoming public engagements and acts as DFS liaison to ensure seamless coordination for staging events with various public officials; and
Performs other related duties as directed and assigned by Executive Deputy Superintendent and Assistant Deputy Superintendent.

Preferred Qualifications :

A Bachelor’s Degree and at least five years of communications and public affairs experience.
Ability to work flexible work hours as needed, and travel may be required.
Strong writing experience and excellent communication skills.
Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work closely with executive staff.
Knowledge of effectively and collaboratively directing a team.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Project management skills.
Strong relationships with financial services media.
Government and financial services industry experience preferred.

Additional Comments Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $3,026 annual downstate adjustment.

Appointment to this position is pending Governor Appointment’s Office and Division of Budget approval.