Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleChild Care Aide 2, Box BAT-525/00735

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $50425 to $61548 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Sunday through Thursday, 3:00pm – 11:00pm.

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 3 PM

To 11 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Genesee

Street Address NYS School for the Blind

City Batavia

StateNY

Zip Code14020

Job Specifics

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Child Care Aide 2 position in the New York State School for the Blind. 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.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have one year of experience in a position performing duties normally performed by a Child Care Aide 1.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration may 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.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This will be a permanent, non-competitive, 12-month appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division 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. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Fees associated with fingerprinting do not apply if applicant’s fingerprints exist in the NYS TEACH System. The work schedule for this position includes hours of Sunday through Thursday, 3:00pm – 11:00pm.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $61,548 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. 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.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 21, 2025 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (BAT-525/00735) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

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Visit these links for information on working for New York State:
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA/NYSCOPBA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunities for telecommuting.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address nyssbjobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 21, 2025 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (BAT-525/00735) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.