Date Posted:

08/18/26

Applications Due:

09/04/26

Vacancy ID:

222039 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyMental Health, Office of TitleSecure Care Treatment Aide 1 (NY HELPS), Secure Treatment and Rehabilitation Center, STARC, Bridgeview, Ogdensburg, P27781 Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade11 Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $57839 to $62447 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 CountySt Lawrence Street AddressSecure Treatment and Rehabilitation Center - Bridgeview 1 Chimney Point Drive CityOgdensburg StateNY Zip Code13669 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionAre you interested in starting or advancing your career with New York State? Secure Care Treatment Aide 1 positions provide excellent opportunities for advancement and growth. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply. Secure Care Treatment Aides care for patients with severe and persistent mental illness within an OMH secure intensive treatment unit or forensic facility.

Additional duties include:

• Observe and monitor patients
• Apply therapeutic techniques to stabilize patients
• Record notes on patient behaviors
• Apply physical restrains to patients as ordered by physician
• Maintain a secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff Minimum QualificationsSecure Care Treatment Aide 1 (SCTA 1) is an entry-level direct care position.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or similar equivalency such as a General Education Development (GED) Certification or higher degree.

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. 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.

Recruitment is for all three (3) shifts.

Additional Comments:

Posted hiring rate includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for

ISU SG-11

($47,695), an Increase Hiring Rate ($6,144) and Geographic Pay Differential ($4,000). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($58,447) and Geographic Pay Differential ($4,000).

NOTE:

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 Fax315-714-6240 Email Addressstarc-personnel@omh.ny Address StreetSecure Treatment and Rehabilitation Center PO Box 300 CityMarcy StateNY Zip Code13403 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.