Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleChild Care Aide 2, Box ROM-284/00703
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $36237 to $44235 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
"Other" Explanation Monday through Thursday, 10:00pm to 8:00am (September through June).
Workday
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have one year of experience in a position performing duties normally performed by a Child Care Aide 1. Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak English, follow written and spoken instructions, be in good health and good physical condition.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to applicants who have experience working with deaf students and/or the ability to communicate through ASL/Sign Language.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s School for the Deaf is seeking applicants to fill a Child Care Aide 2 position. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Supervise the Child Care Aide 1s in the care and habilitation of students in the residential setting;
• Instruct staff as to specific tasks to be performed and provide appropriate written guidelines as necessary;
• Observe staff carrying out assignments to ensure that instructions and guidelines are being followed;
• Meet with subordinates and Head of Department to discuss observations, deficiencies, new techniques, administrative matters, or other circumstances that might affect the effective and efficient functioning of the residential unit;
• Train staff in appropriate response to emergency or crisis situations;
• Assist Child Care Aide 1s in supervising students when necessary;
• Support the on-duty nurse in the Health Services Unit;
• Respond to program and work-related questions, problems and complaints;
• Maintain appropriate records of time, attendance, level of performance, specific deficiencies, training needs, and counseling sessions; and
• Assist in staff scheduling to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent-permanent, non-competitive, 10-month appointment, with the potential of working during the summer school session. 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. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of work experience will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. The work schedule for this position includes hours of Monday through Thursday, 10:00pm to 8:00am (September through June).
Employees of the NYS School for the Deaf who are currently in a Child Care Aide 1 position and are interested in this position MUST apply to the position as outlined in the Application section of this flyer.
*Leads to a maximum salary of $44,235 ($53,081 prorated to 10 months) with annual performance advances, plus annual $460 ($575 prorated to 4 days per week) inconvenience pay.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 5, 2020 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (ROM-284/00703) of the position in all correspondence and in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address nyssdjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 5, 2020 to nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (ROM-284/00703) of the position in all correspondence and in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.