What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adaptive Equipment Specialist (Helen Hayes Hospital) - 70209 position at New York State Department of Health?
Description
Duties Description
The Adaptive Equipment Specialist, under outpatient services, will work in the transitional wellness center. Instructs participants in group re-established exercise classes and 1:1. Under supervision, develops exercise programs for all participants to meet their individualized goals. Ensures equipment is maintained with monthly check-ins. Will work with therapy staff as needed to maximize participant success and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Non-Competitive: two years of experience designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment; or two years of skilled experience in carpentry or a related trade, one year of which must have been designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment for individuals.
Preferred Qualifications: Personal Trainer Certification or able to train for. Experience in teaching personal and recreational fitness classes to individuals at all levels and abilities. An understanding of instructions for 1:1 and group programs for those with special needs. Ability to train and learn to instruct clients on specialty exercise tasks and equipment use. This position is best suited for someone willing to learn a personal training program and work 1:1 with patients of all abilities and levels.
Additional Comments
One permanent, non-competitive, full-time appointment.
The posted salary range ($57,764 - $72,63 ) includes the downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
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.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
The posted salary range for this position ($57,764 - $72,630 Annually) reflects the $4,000 for location pay.
Duties Description
The Adaptive Equipment Specialist, under outpatient services, will work in the transitional wellness center. Instructs participants in group re-established exercise classes and 1:1. Under supervision, develops exercise programs for all participants to meet their individualized goals. Ensures equipment is maintained with monthly check-ins. Will work with therapy staff as needed to maximize participant success and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Non-Competitive: two years of experience designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment; or two years of skilled experience in carpentry or a related trade, one year of which must have been designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment for individuals.
Preferred Qualifications: Personal Trainer Certification or able to train for. Experience in teaching personal and recreational fitness classes to individuals at all levels and abilities. An understanding of instructions for 1:1 and group programs for those with special needs. Ability to train and learn to instruct clients on specialty exercise tasks and equipment use. This position is best suited for someone willing to learn a personal training program and work 1:1 with patients of all abilities and levels.
Additional Comments
One permanent, non-competitive, full-time appointment.
The posted salary range ($57,764 - $72,63 ) includes the downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
- Shift & Geographic pay differentials
- Affordable Health Care options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- NYS Deferred Compensation plan
- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
- And many more...
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.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
The posted salary range for this position ($57,764 - $72,630 Annually) reflects the $4,000 for location pay.
Salary : $7,263 - $57,764
