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 Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

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 Dutchess

Street Address NYS Office of Mental Health, Hudson River Field Office

10 Ross Circle, Suite 5N

City Poughkeepsie

StateNY

Zip Code12601

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Office of Mental Health (OMH) is currently recruiting to fill a Mental Health Program Specialist 3, Grade 25, position in the Hudson River Field Office (HRFO). The incumbent will support the development and implementation of the new Adult Services Unit.

Specific duties to be performed may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Supervise MHPS2 staff in the processes of:
• Monitoring and support of unlicensed programs
• Technical assistance and follow up to support adoption/adherence regarding standards of care
• Provide implementation support for new and expanding program models
• Coordination and planning across bureaus of the HRFO to integrate supports
• Coordination and support to County Local Government Units to identify resource gaps and needs and support planning.
• Partnership with OMH Licensing Staff around progress and follow up related to contract programs, PAR, EZPAR Processes
• Support for counties in SIM and CIT Processes
• Partnership with Licensing and cross bureau staff to support Article 28 and 31 hospitals in the implementation new program guidance and regulations.

Coordinate field office process around complaints and complex care cases for adults
• Triage and assign incoming complaints for follow up
• Review and trend data related to complaints for use in planning
• Participate in or assign staff to participate in State Operations “FLOW” calls

Participate as a member of the HRFO Management Team
• Support cross bureau coordination by meeting as a part of the Management Team on a weekly basis
• Support staff development and wellness planning and activities
• Participate in the review and development of FO policies and procedures
• Orientation, training and support of new staff

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be employed by New York State to be eligible to apply for this position.

Transfer:
Candidates must have permanent status as an Mental Health Program Specialist 3, Grade 25, and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible for transfer via Section 52.6 or Section 70.1 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 Emily White

Telephone

Fax 518-486-3897

Email Address OMHHRM@OMH.NY.GOV

Address

Street NYS Office of Mental Health

44 Holland Avenue

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 #218416 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.