Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/02/25
Applications Due: 05/16/25
Vacancy ID: 187137
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleTraining Specialist 1 (Mental Hygiene)/Training Specialist Trainee (Mental Hygiene) (NY HELPS), Manhattan Psychiatric Center, P26062
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $8513800 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6 AM
To 6 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County New York
Street Address Manhattan Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10035
Job Specifics
Duties Description Manhattan Psychiatric Center is recruiting a Training Specialist 1 Mental Hygiene to develop and present training programs to improve the on-the-job knowledge, skills, and abilities of facility staff. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.
As a Training Specialist 1 Mental Hygiene you will work in the Education and Training Department and your duties will include:
• Developing and presenting trainings to facility staff.
• Assisting program managers and supervisors in developing training programs that will optimize performance.
• Monitoring training requirements and deadlines.
• Maintaining web-based learning management system including entering completed training and running reports.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (HELPS) program as a Training Specialist 1 Mental Hygiene if they have:
• Bachelor's degree and
• 2 years of professional experience developing and delivering major segments of institution and community training programs to improve the knowledge and abilities of those caring for and treating individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities in institutional and community settings.
Substitution: Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
OR
Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on a current Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) eligible list. Appointment from this eligible list would be as a Training Specialist Trainee 1 Mental Hygiene and to be advanced to the full performance level, Training Specialist 1 Mental Hygiene, you must successfully complete a 2 year traineeship.
OR
Candidates within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the Public Administration Traineeship Transition (PATT) eligible list. Appointment from this eligible list would be as a Training Specialist Trainee 1 Mental Hygiene and to be advanced to the full performance level, Trainee Specialist 1 Mental Hygiene, you must successfully complete a 2 year traineeship.
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 Comments All 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.
Additional Comments:
Salary range listed encompasses the hiring rate of a Training Specialist Trainee 1 (SG-NS) through the job rate of a Training Specialist 1 (SG-18).
Training Specialist Trainee 1: $53,764
Training Specialist Trainee 2: $59,764
Training Specialist 1: $66,951 - $85,138
This position is eligible for a down state adjustment of $4,000.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax 646-766-4380
Email Address mk.hr@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Manhattan Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10035
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.
https://omh.ny.gov/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.
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