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NYS Department of Civil Service

Student Assistant - 7145

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A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$39,286 / year median in New York

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Date Posted:
07/30/26
Applications Due:
08/13/26
Vacancy ID:
220895 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyHealth, Department of TitleStudent Assistant - 7145 Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $16 to $20.53 Hourly Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypeTemporary Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage30% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week37.5 Workday From8:30 AM To4:30 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyWarren Street AddressCenter for Environmental Health - Glens Falls District Office 77 Mohican Street CityGlens Falls StateNY Zip Code12801 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionDo you enjoy the outdoors and have a passion for environmental and public health? Make your summer count by working as a Student Assistant for the New York State Department of Health's Center for Environmental Health (CEH)! Student Assistants support the mission of CEH by performing a variety of administrative and environmental health functions during New York State's summer season and beyond. Student Assistant positions assist CEH district office environmental health staff by performing a variety of critical administrative support functions. Positions may also perform environmental health inspection functions in the field for the purposes of ensuring compliance with the New York State Sanitary Code and environmental health regulations. A Student Assistant role provides interested individuals with the ability to gain real world experience in the field of public health through on-the-job training. Flexible opportunities are available from May to September, with the potential opportunity to extend into Fall 2026. Minimum QualificationsDocumentation of current matriculation must be submitted with your resume.
Preferred Qualifications:
The preferred candidate will be an undergraduate or graduate student interested in exploring a career in public/environmental health. They will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team; problem solve effectively; have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other computer programs as needed. Additional CommentsTemporary, seasonal, non-competitive appointment opportunity. Salary determined by academic level. Hours worked and schedule are flexible and dependent upon assignment. Must maintain matriculated student status to retain employment. Candidates that are currently employed by other New York State agencies or State University of New York campuses may be required to obtain dual employment clearance before hire. When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate's favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications. This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation. The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: ://health.ny/commissioner/index.htm If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny to make a request. NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameHuman Resources Management Group, MRF/Summer2026/SA/GF/7145 Telephone518-486-1812 Fax518-473-3395 Email Addressresume@health.ny Address StreetCorning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217 CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12237 Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny, with Reference MRF/Summer2026/SA/GF/7145 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/Summer2026/SA/GF/7145, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.