Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Grounds, Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, P27250

Duties Description

Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Grounds functions as a grounds keeper. Candidate will be responsible for performing routine manual tasks in maintaining the appearance and condition of the grounds, walkways and garage of the hospital. Tasks may require medium to heavy physical effort. Specific tasks involve raking, sweeping, shoveling and removing by hand debris, leaves, branches; removal of snow and ice, etc. Candidate must be able to operate a riding mower, snow blower, skid steer, snow plow equipped truck with a salter, push mowers, weed whackers, backpack blowers, front end loaders, chainsaws etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position
• Must be able to communicate effectively to obtain and convey information
• When required to operate a motor vehicle, must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated

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

The Mission

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency.

About the Role

This position is eligible for a Down State adjustment of $4,000.

Benefits

• 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

Contact Information

Email Address: MK.HR@omh.ny.gov
Address: Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road