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NYS Department of Civil Service

Security Hospital Treatment Assistant (SHTA) (NY HELPS), Rochester Psychiatric Center, P27739

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$40,624 / year median in New York

+27% projected growth

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Job Description

Date Posted:
08/11/26
Applications Due:
08/31/26
Vacancy ID:
221658 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyMental Health, Office of TitleSecurity Hospital Treatment Assistant (SHTA) (NY HELPS), Rochester Psychiatric Center, P27739 Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services Salary Grade14 Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA) Salary RangeFrom $61365 to $75093 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekOther (see below) "Other" ExplanationAll three shifts, plus weekends Monday - Friday with weekends. Hours Per Week40 Workday From12 AM To11:30 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

Yes Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyMonroe Street AddressRochester Psychiatric Center 1111 Elmwood Avenue CityRochester StateNY Zip Code14620 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionA Security Hospital Treatment Assistant will perform a variety of tasks related to care, engagement, treatment, education, recovery, safety, and security of individuals with mental illness in forensic hospitals and units operated my OMH, including:
  • Participate in the development and implementation of treatment plans
  • Interact with patients and observe and progress and responses to treatment
  • Assist and instruct patients in attending to person care tasks
  • Escort patients to activities and appointments on and facility grounds
  • Complete necessary documentation and maintain patient records 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 Security Hospital Treatment Assistant if they have:
  • A High School or High School Equivalency Diploma and two years of full-time direct patient care experience working in a health care, behavioral health, corrections, or juvenile justice setting/program; or
  • An associate's degree and one year of full-time direct patient care experience working in a health care, behavioral health, corrections or juvenile justice setting; or
  • A bachelor's degree. 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. 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.
In addition:
1. You must be able to communicate and follow oral and written instructions and directions in English in order to perform the duties of the position. 2. If you are selected for appointment, you may be required to attend a physical exam. Your physical and medical condition will be evaluated to ensure that you are able to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The physical/medical standards include a medical standards evaluation and a drug screening test. Failure to meet the standards may result in your disqualification. A complete statement of the physical and medical standards is available at: http://cs.ny/ehs/forms.cfm. 3.
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.
NOTE:
1. 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. 2. If appointed, you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, 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 Fax585-241-1981 Email Addressrpc-human.resources@omh.ny Address StreetRochester Psychiatric Center 1111 Elmwood Avenue CityRochester StateNY Zip Code14620 Notes on ApplyingIndicate 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. ://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.