Recreation Assistant (NY HELPS), Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P26289

New York State Office of Mental Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency in New York is seeking a Recreation Assistant to enhance rehabilitation activities at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center. This entry-level, full-time position focuses on collaboration and support within an engaging environment. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance

Access to tuition assistance programs

Paid time off and sick leave

NYS Retirement programs

Qualifications

• Two years of direct care experience in facilities.
• Reachable on the Paraprofessional Careers list.
• Permanent competitive service in relevant titles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with treatment team and planning activities.
• Teaching and coaching individuals on sports and games.
• Observing and recording responses to activities.

Skills

Collaboration

Coaching

Observation

Job description

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New York State Office of Mental Health provided pay range

This range is provided by New York State Office of Mental Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$47,695.00/yr - $68,630.00/yr

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
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates from outside or within State Service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (HELPS) program if the have two years of experience in providing direct care to individuals receiving care and/or treatment in facilities and programs.

OR

Candidates must be reachable for appointment as a Recreation Assistant from the Paraprofessional Careers in Mental Hygiene eligible list.

OR

Candidates from within State Service may 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.

NOTE: After two years of experience as a Recreation Assistant, Grade 11, the employee will receive a non-competitive promotion to Recreation Worker, Grade 14.

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 $4,000.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Government Administration

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