Job Description
•Sign On Bonus Opportunities•
Multiple Full-Time and Part-Time Shifts Available Hourly Rate:
$20.98 - $24.94 Grade 14 Join our Mental Health Transitional Living Program and help individuals with serious mental illness build independence, stability, and everyday life skills. This is a hands-on role where you'll support residents in a structured, community-based setting. Key Responsibilities Serve as Qualified Mental Health Staff (QMHS) in compliance with NYS OMH regulations Manage a caseload and develop Individualized Action Plans (IAPs) Provide daily living skills training (ADLs), coaching, and recovery-based support Monitor and document residents' mental, emotional, and behavioral health Provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed support Oversee medication administration , documentation, and med counts Coordinate care with healthcare providers, social services, and community resources Facilitate groups and skill-building activities Maintain a safe, structured, home-like environment Complete accurate documentation and Medicaid billing records Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field OR Associate's degree + 3 years experience in a mental health setting Skills & Experience:
Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness (SMI); co-occurring SUD/DD preferred Strong communication and documentation skills Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in crisis situations Team-oriented with the ability to work independently Compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental approach Additional Requirements Valid NYS Driver's License with acceptable driving record Reliable transportation for client-related travel Ability to navigate stairs and respond to emergency situations Why Apply? ✅ Meaningful, hands-on work supporting recovery ✅ Supportive, team-oriented environment ✅ Ongoing training and professional development ✅ Opportunity to make a difference in your community Apply Today If you're passionate about helping others and want to build a career in mental health, human services, or behavioral health , we encourage you to apply. Oswego County Opportunities, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
