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Addictions Program Specialist 1 or Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS)

The Office of Addiction Services and Supports
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026
Description

Duties Description

This position is in the Bureau of community & Individual Prevention within the Division of Prevention Services. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Provide oversight, monitoring, technical assistance, and data collection for 23 Prevention agencies engaged in the OASAS Paid Prevention Internship Opportunity program.
  • Coordinate with OASAS Learning and Development, Grants Management/Special Projects, Regional Office Prevention liaisons and Workforce Development units.
  • Collaborate with Prevention providers efforts to achieve community goals, implement Workplans, and overall delivery of services.
  • Provide technical and administrative support with the development of statewide Problem Gambling and college initiatives.
  • Assist providers and internal division staff with accessing foundational Prevention training.
  • Collaborate with OASAS Learning & Development and Workforce Development units to coordinate training and work with outside Prevention entities: PTTC, EDC, Prevention Resource Centers to set up internal and external training.
  • Assist in the coordination and advancement of projects and grant funded initiatives
  • Other relevant duties as assigned.
  • Position may require travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

NY HELPS

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Permanent Qualifications

Permanent status as an Addictions Program Specialist 1 (G-18) and interested in reassignment; OR reachable for permanent appointment on the current Civil Service eligible lists for Addictions Program Specialist 1, G-18, OR Addictions Program Specialist Trainee OR eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law OR to be considered for appointment as an Addictions Program Specialist through NYS HELPS Program:

Trainee 1: A bachelor’s degree or higher.

Trainee 2: A bachelor's degree and one year of professional clinical or professional administrative experience in a public or private agency or program that directly provides diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, or aftercare to a clientele with a primary diagnosis of chemical dependency.

Grade 18: A bachelor's degree and two years of professional clinical or professional administrative experience in a public or private agency or program that directly provides diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, prevention, or aftercare to a clientele with a primary diagnosis of substance use disorders.

  • A master’s degree may substitute for one year of professional clinical or professional administrative experience.
  • Please include a copy of your degree with your application submission to be considered. Failure to include a copy of your degree may result in an automatic disqualification.

Salary Range

Additional Comments

Trainee 1: $53,764 - $68,630

Trainee 2: $59,994 - $76,359

Grade 18: $66,951 - $85,138 *

  • Candidates will serve a two-year traineeship leading to an Addictions Program Specialist 1, SG-18.

The salary range listed for this posting reflects the full range for this graded position, factoring in annual performance advances based on satisfactory annual performance reviews. Candidates with no previous State service will begin at the hiring rate (starting rate of the salary range) listed above, plus any applicable Location Pay/Geographic Pay/Shift Pay differentials.

Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.

Telecommuting may be discussed as part of the interview process.

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program allows public service employees to have the remaining balance on direct loans forgiven after 120 qualifying payments are made under an accepted repayment plan while working full-time for an eligible employer. New York State is an eligible employer. More information is available at https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-loan-forgiveness.

Generous benefits package, which may include: medical, dental and vision coverage; NYS Employees Retirement System (pension); optional Deferred Compensation Program; tuition assistance; generous paid leave benefits; compensation for 13 State holidays per year; access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs; and Flex Spending Accounts.

OASAS recognizes the value that different people, perspectives and cultures bring to the agency. We strive to create an inclusive culture that uplifts and supports our staff, fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace. Individuals with lived substance use and/or gambling experience are encouraged to apply.

New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national original, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, ability, or any other protected class. OASAS encourages people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or hiring process, please reach out to Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov.

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

Salary : $53,764 - $85,138

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