Date Posted:

07/24/26

Applications Due:

08/07/26

Vacancy ID:

220628 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyMental Health, Office of TitlePharmacy Aide (NY HELPS), Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, P27608 Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade07 Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $38235 to $41555 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week40 Workday From6 AM To6 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyNew York Street AddressKirby Forensic Psychiatric Center 102 Rivers Edge Road CityNew York StateNY Zip Code10035 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionKirby Forensic Psychiatric Center is recruiting for a Pharmacy Aide to assist their licensed pharmacists in preparing pharmaceutical orders. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply. As a Pharmacy Aide, your duties will include:

• Unpacking, sorting, and counting pharmaceutical supplies for storage/distribution
• Maintaining pharmacy records
• Generating reports
• Performing light housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe and clean environment Minimum QualificationsCandidates from outside or within State service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they have:
• High school diploma or equivalent; and either o 1 year of experience assisting with the filling of medical prescriptions under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist; or o Current pharmacy technician certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board; or o Certificate or diploma from a pharmacy technician training program accredited b the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

OR Candidates from outside or within State service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the current Pharmacy Aide eligible list. OR Candidates from within State service may 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. 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.

This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.

NOTES:

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. 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 you 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 Fax646-766-4380 Email Addressmk.hr@omh.ny Address StreetKirby Forensic Psychiatric Center 102 rivers Road CityNew York StateNY Zip Code10035 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.