What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehabilitation Assistant 1 (NY HELPS), Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P26986 position at New York State Office of Mental Health?
Duties Description
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center is currently recruiting a Rehabilitation Assistant 1 to assist clinical professionals in providing rehabilitative services to individuals with mental illness.
As a Rehabilitation Assistant 1, you will work under the supervision of a Rehabilitation Counselor or other professional staff and will focus on assisting clinical professionals in providing rehabilitation services including:
Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program as Rehabilitation Assistant 1 if they have 1 year of experience assisting individuals with daily living skills, taking care of their personal needs, and ensuring a comfortable home environment.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Please Note: After 2 years of satisfactory experience as a Rehabilitation Assistant 1, you will advance to the Rehabilitation Assistant 2, SG-14, without further examination.
Additional Comments
All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
This position is eligible for the Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center is currently recruiting a Rehabilitation Assistant 1 to assist clinical professionals in providing rehabilitative services to individuals with mental illness.
As a Rehabilitation Assistant 1, you will work under the supervision of a Rehabilitation Counselor or other professional staff and will focus on assisting clinical professionals in providing rehabilitation services including:
- Interviewing and gathering information from individuals
- Assisting in conducting assessments
- Assisting in planning and conducting rehabilitation activities
Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program as Rehabilitation Assistant 1 if they have 1 year of experience assisting individuals with daily living skills, taking care of their personal needs, and ensuring a comfortable home environment.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Please Note: After 2 years of satisfactory experience as a Rehabilitation Assistant 1, you will advance to the Rehabilitation Assistant 2, SG-14, without further examination.
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
This position is eligible for the Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
Salary : $45,494 - $58,447