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Job Description
Duties Description
The NYS Parks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Committee is conducting a search for an EAP Coordinator to provide EAP services to Niagara Region employees. The EAP is a joint labor/management program open to all permanent employees regardless of bargaining unit or title, with the exception of union officials, shop stewards (or the equivalent), employees of the personnel or human resources functions, and affirmative action officers.
The EAP Coordinator provides confidential information, assessments, and referrals to NYS employees and their family members who are experiencing personal or work-related problems. The Statewide EAP will train and support the Coordinator so that the Coordinator can effectively perform the responsibilities of the position. The Coordinator will report to the Niagara Region EAP Committee.
This is a voluntary position and must be performed.
In addition to the above duties, the Coordinator will:
- Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior and comply with the NYS EAP Code of Ethics for EAP Coordinators.
- Follow NYS EAP policies and procedures.
- Attend and actively participate in agency EAP Committee meetings.
- Facilitate EAP training programs for management, supervisors, union representatives and employees.
- Create and maintain a file of local, state, and national resources, both public and private.
- Complete and submit a monthly statistical report to NYS EAP.
- Assist with Committee functions as needed.
- Have supervisory approval for adequate release time to fulfill the responsibilities of the EAP coordinator position.
- Have supervisory approval to attend the mandatory three-day training for new coordinators
Minimum Qualifications
- Commitment to program ideals
- Interest in the general well-being of employees
- Compassionate, trustworthy, approachable, empathic
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and neutrality
- Ability to plan and organize events
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Public speaking skills
- Knowledgeable about resources
- History of productive relationships with co-workers
- Flexible and willing to learn
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 06/24/25 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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