Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleAdaptive Equipment Specialist

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade14

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $66634 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Rockland

Street Address Helen Hayes Hospital

51-55 Rt 9W

City West Haverstraw

StateNY

Zip Code10993

Job Specifics

Duties Description NATURE OF WORK & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position within the Recreational Therapy department includes the following: coordinating community-based adapted sports and recreational events beyond the HHH campus; monitoring and recording the use of funds related to adapted sports and recreational events; daily availability for consults with inpatients/outpatients, caregivers, or therapy staff regarding accessibility, durable medical equipment (DME), community resources, and support; attend weekly, inpatient rounds meetings with interdisciplinary team and provide verbal report when necessary; participate in community outreach and education engagements. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

Two years of experience designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment; or two years of skilled experience in carpentry or a related trade, one year of which must have been designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment for individuals.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

• 1-2 years of managing adapted sports and recreational activities for community members
• 1-2 years of peer mentoring experience for individuals and associated caregivers following an injury or illness regarding topics related to accessibility, durable medical equipment (DME), community resources, and support
• Experience with securing grants and funding to create or progress recreational programs that benefit individuals with disabilities
• Excellent communication skills with patients and caregivers to provide support while demonstrating professionalism and empathy
• Experience with community outreach and education via public speaking engagements (i.e. ThinkFirst HHH Injury Prevention program)

Additional Comments Additional Compensation: $3,400

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

How to Apply

Name Human Resources

Telephone 845-786-4215

Fax 845-786-4783

Email Address human.resources@helenhayeshosp.org

Address

Street Helen Hayes Hospital

51-55 Rt 9W

City West Haverstraw

State NY

Zip Code 10993

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit resume when applying