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The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 02/11/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due05/12/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID180673
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyMental Health, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleRecreation Assistant, PilgrimPsychiatric Center, P25488
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade11
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $46306 to $56743 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Other (see below)
If 'other' is selected as the workweek type, this field explains what that schedule is. "Other" Explanation Tuesday through Saturday day shift
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County Suffolk
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
998 Crooked Hill Road
The city where the vacancy is located. City West Brentwood
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code11717
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description As a Recreation Assistant, under the supervision of professional treatment staff, your duties will include:
• Collaborating with treatment team and planning recreation and rehabilitation activities
• Teaching and coaching individuals on sports, games, and other group activities and encouraging participation
• Observing and recording individuals’ responses to activities
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in providing direct care to individuals receiving care and/or treatment in facilities and programs.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
Additional Comments:
This position is eligible for a downstate adjustment of $3,400.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Human Resources
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax 631-761-3981
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address ppchr1@omh.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street Creedmoor Psychiatric Center
998 Crooked Hill Road
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Queens Village
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 11717
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.
https://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/Employment/docs/employment-application.pdf
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.