NHS Human Services, Inc.

NY HELP Yes

Agency Addiction Services and Supports, Office of

Title Addictions Program Specialist 1 or Trainee 1 (NY HELPS)

Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade 18

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

Salary Range From $49363 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 15%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation 8:30AM-4:30PMPass days: Saturday/Sunday

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports

1450 Western Avenue

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12203

Minimum Qualifications 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 this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. If a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), 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 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.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 Trainee 1 through NYS HELPS Program:A bachelor’s degree or higher. 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.Upon satisfactory completion of the 12-month training at the Trainee 1, you will automatically advance to Trainee 2.

Duties Description The incumbent, in the Division of Addiction Treatment and Recovery - Bureau of Treatment Services, will assist with the implementation of integrated care services, expanding and ensuring regional capacity of treatment services, collaboration with the Division of Harm Reduction and the Bureau of Opioid Treatment Services, Regional Office and other internal and external stakeholders. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:• Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of integrated care services to include Crisis Stabilization Centers, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, etc.• Assist with the assessment of and capacity building for regional treatment services throughout the State. • Participate in intra- and inter-agency work groups (e.g., NYS Trauma Champions Collaborative).• Track quality-of-care metrics for programs serving the Bureau’s specialty populations (in partnership with other Bureau and Division staff).• Work collaboratively with Regional Office Program Managers on provider concerns.• Support the implementation and sustainability of projects funded with federal dollars and Opioid Settlement Funds by tracking spending, managing monthly reports, providing technical assistance, and supporting the facilitation of learning collaboratives. • Assist with promoting harm reduction efforts in the treatment system in collaboration with the Harm Reduction Division.• The candidate should have recent experience working in OASAS Certified programs with a strong clinical background in addiction services.• Additional duties as assigned.

Additional Comments Salary Range: Trainee 1: $49,363 - $63,169Trainee 2: $52,198 - $66,634Grade 18: $65,001 - $82,656Candidates will serve a two-year traineeship leading to an Addictions Program Specialist 1, SG-18. Telecommuting may be discussed as part of the interview process.Excellent Health Insurance Benefits Including Vision and Dental, NYS Employees Retirement System (Pension), Optional Deferred Compensation, Continuing Education Benefits, Generous Paid Leave Benefits, Compensation for 13 State holidays per year. 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.

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Name Bureau of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 457-2963

Fax (518) 457-4880

Email Address Recruitment@oasas.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports

1450 Western Ave

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12203

Notes on Applying If interested, please submit your resume and cover letter in Word or PDF format with reference code ATAR/APS1/13316 in the subject line. Failure to include this reference code could result in delays processing your submission. 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. If Current or Previous NYS Employee, please provide your social security number for verification of eligibility.