BUFFALO, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that state jobs in critical fields of health and human services are part of the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Program to address the shortage of these workers.
On the HELP website, job openings and applications are available for people to apply with their uploaded resumes.
"From the medical personnel staffing our hospitals to the social workers connecting families to vital services, the brave New Yorkers who support the health and human services sector are our state's everyday heroes," Governor Hochul said.
"In light of a recent worker shortage, New York State is taking temporary measures to help agencies fill critical roles in health and human services and promote the safety and well-being of all New Yorkers. There are thousands of opportunities available, and I urge anyone considering a career in public service to visit the HELP Portal and attend our virtual career fair to learn more about this important work."
The HELP program also removes the civil service exam requirement temporarily. For a year that requirement is dropped from more than 100 jobs.
Candidates interested in applying should view the role requirements in the HELP job portal.
A job fair is being held on May 11 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. The fair will include information about the open positions. Registration for the event can be completed online.
"New York State is making it easier than ever to pursue a career in health and human services and OPWDD is grateful for efforts to simplify the hiring process for direct support professionals and other titles through the HELP program. Building back our workforce is a priority for the agency as we work to improve access to services and fulfill our mission of community acceptance and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities," New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Commissioner Kerri Neifeld said.