Date Posted:

07/21/26

Applications Due:

08/21/26

Vacancy ID:

220385 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyMental Health, Office of TitleMental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA) - Direct Care Position (NY HELPS), Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center, P27567 Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade09 Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $58225 to $62413 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekOther (see below) "Other" ExplanationAll three shifts. Hours Per Week40 Workday From12 AM To11:30 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

Yes Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountySuffolk Street AddressSagamore Children's Psychiatric Center 197 Half Hollow Road CityDix Hills StateNY Zip Code11746 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionSagamore Children's Psychiatric Center has immediate full time job opportunities for Direct Care Staff to work as Mental Health Therapy Aides. All shift opportunities available. Previous psychiatric experience is not required. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply. Mental Health Therapy Aides are part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on providing compassionate care to individuals with serious mental illness. As a MHTA, you will provide direct care services and support to individuals, including:

• Supporting patient health and safety
• Assisting individuals with personal care tasks
• Teaching individuals' daily life skills like personal hygiene and nutrition
• Accompanying individuals to treatment, activities, and appointments on and off facility grounds
• Observing individuals' responses to treatment and documenting observations.
• Attending treatment team meetings and sharing observations on progress toward recovery goals
• Assisting in crisis and emergency situations to protect the welfare of individuals, staff, and others.

Minimum QualificationsCandidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program as a Mental Health Therapy Aide if they have a High School or High School Equivalency Diploma. OR Candidates within State Service can be considered for transfer to a competitive class position 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 CommentsAll 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.

Candidates must be willing to work any shift and pass days. Posted hiring rate includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 09 ($42,641), an Increase Hiring Rate ($5,584), Geographic Pay Differential ($6,000), and Downstate Adjustment ($4,000). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($52,413), Geographic Pay Differential ($6,000), and Downstate Adjustment ($4,000).

Medicaid and Medicare:

In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameHuman Resources Telephone Fax631-370-1793 Email Addresssagamorecareers@omh.ny Address StreetSagamore Children's Psychiatric Center 197 Half Hollow Road CityDix Hills StateNY Zip Code11746 Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax. ://omh.ny/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.