Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/18/25
Applications Due: 10/03/25
Vacancy ID: 198141
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleMental Health Program Specialist 3, Central Office;
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade25
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $96336 to $121413 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 25%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address NYS Office of Mental Health
44 Holland Avenue
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12229
Job Specifics
Duties Description The Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Mental Health Program Specialist 3, G-25 position within the OMH Division of Community Program and Policy Management, Adult Community Care Group, Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Treatment, and Care Coordination. The Mental Health Program Specialist 3 directs the ACT and Clubhouse Unit and works with a team in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures which shape the mental health service delivery system and related systems.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
•Oversee the development of OMH psychosocial clubhouses and ongoing operations of ACT programs, including the development RFPs, writing of program guidelines and policy, and drafting state plan amendments, regulations, guidance, standards of care as applicable.
•Supervise staff working collaboratively with providers, state agency partners and other key stakeholders to assist in the development of policy and programming regarding adult outpatient programs.
•Attend all relevant internal and external stakeholder meetings to improve access to services, support recovery-oriented service provision, and implement new program or policies; create webinars and implement trainings as assigned; and provide guidance consistent with agency mission.
•Work with OMH Field Offices to support the implementation of programs or new initiatives, and understand community and local needs, and system challenges to better inform program development.
•Oversee the development and collection of data as requested for monitoring and oversight (e.g. policy development, monitoring), working with PSYCKES, PME, and other data sources to develop and review performance measures.
•Oversee and supervise other tasks as requested under the direction of the Bureau Director.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be employed by New York State to be eligible to apply for this position.
Candidates must have permanent status as a Mental Health Program Specialist 3, Grade 25 and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR one year of permanent, competitive service in a title eligible for transfer via Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments Specific scheduled hours and telecommuting availability for this position will be discussed during the interview process. Please note, employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to operational needs and Agency Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Krystal Schools
Telephone
Fax 5184863897
Email Address OMHHRM@OMH.NY.GOV
Address
Street NYS Office of Mental Health
44 Holland Ave
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12229
Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format to omhhrm@omh.ny.gov. Please include the title of the position and Vacancy ID #198141 in the subject line of your email when applying.
You are advised that, should you accept a job offer with the Office of Mental Health, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay a fingerprint fee.
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