Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleChild Care Aide 2, (Open to current NYS employees only) Box BDC-263/00702
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $40172 to $49041 Annually
"Other" Explanation 1:00pm – 9:00pm, Sunday through Thursday
Workday
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One year of permanent non-competitive service as a Child Care Aide 1.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates with following qualifications:
• Experience in behavior modification, orientation and mobility, and/or certification in water safety, CPR, first aid, advanced first aid, or as an EMT.
• Bus Driver Certification/License under Article 19A.
• Experience working with Braille, American Sign Language and/or tactile sign.
• Demonstrated success in a supervisory capacity in a residential setting.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s School for the Blind (NYSSB) is seeking applicants to fill a Child Care Aide 2 position. The NYSSB provides educational and residential services to students who are blind and have severe multiple disabilities. Under the direction of the Head of Department (Residential), major responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Ensure all phases of a resident’s treatment plan are implemented, including daily living skill training, personal hygiene, medical needs, recreational and socialization activities, and dietary needs;
• Schedule and assign Child Care Aide 1s (CCA 1s) and Child Care Aide 1 substitutes in order to ensure appropriate care and adequate ratios;
• Maintain accurate daily records of staff performance, time and attendance, and the fulfillment of treatment plans;
• Provide written guidelines, supervision, and instruction to CCA 1s as to the performance of specific tasks;
• Meet regularly with CCA 1s to discuss observations, new techniques, deficiencies, individual resident problems, and other matters influencing the operation of the Residential Department and its staff;
• Identify housekeeping and maintenance problems and report them to appropriate personnel;
• Assist with and report all occurrences of minor and major incidents on a daily basis;
• Function as a working supervisor as necessary to assist the CCA 1s in providing direct care to residents; and
• Provide feedback to all staff members regarding changes in resident behavior and progress or lack thereof.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. This will be a permanent, 12-month position. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval.
* Leads to a maximum salary of $49,041 through annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 7, 2016 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (BDC-263/00702) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address nyssbjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 7, 2016 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (BDC-263/00702) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.