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NYS Department of Civil Service

Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA), Direct Care Position (NY HELPS), Capital District Psychiatric Center, P26999

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What they do

A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.

$56,406 / year median in New York

+24% projected growth

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Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply NY HELP Yes Agency Mental Health, Office of Title Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA), Direct Care Position (NY HELPS), Capital District Psychiatric Center, P26999 Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade 09 Bargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $52225 to $56413 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Other (see below) "Other" Explanation Night and weekend shift: 11:00PM-7:30AM Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 11 PM To 7:30 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Albany Street Address Capital District Psychiatric Center 75 New Scotland Avenue City Albany State NY Zip Code 12209 Duties Description Are you interested in starting or advancing your career with New York State? Capital District Psychiatric Center (CDPC) is recruiting for Mental Health Therapy Aides. Evening and overnight shift is available. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply. As a Mental Health Therapy Aide at CDPC, you will provide direct care services and support to individuals diagnosed with mental illness.
Duties will include:
  • Assisting individuals with personal care tasks such as hygiene, grooming, nutrition, and daily living.
  • Coordinating and promoting social activities, including dances, picnics, shopping visits, cultural and athletic events, and after-school/weekend activities.
  • Accompanying and/or transporting individuals to medical appointments as necessary.
  • Collaborating with individuals and human service providers to advocate for and assist in meeting their employment, housing, and educational needs.
  • Observing individuals' responses to treatment and reporting observations verbally or in writing.
  • Attending treatment team meetings, sharing observations on progress, and suggesting alternative programs to revise treatment plans.
  • Assisting in crisis and emergency situations to protect the welfare of individuals, staff, and others.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside State Service can be considered for hire under the H0iring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (HELPS) program if they have a High School or High School Equivalency Diploma. OR Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
License Requirement:
Depending on assignment, you may be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter. 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 Background checks will be required.
Night and weekend shift. Posted hiring rate includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 09 ($42,641), an Increase Hiring Rate ($5,584), Geographic Pay Differential ($4,000). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($52,413) and Geographic Pay Differential ($4,000). #LI-DNI Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources Telephone Fax Email Address FPS-RMAUnit@omh.ny.gov Address Street Capital District Psychiatric Center 75 New Scotland Avenue City Albany State NY Zip Code 12209 Notes on Applying Indicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.
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//omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf 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. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. #LI-DNI