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. The Mental Health Program Specialist 3 provides oversight and direction of the NY Employment Services System (NYESS) Unit. As part of a team dedicated to program implementation, operations, and support, this position will focus primarily on programs and tasks related to NYESS, including training, technical assistance, and program support for all NYS OMH program types and related NYESS initiatives. The Office of Mental Health is committed to improving employment outcomes for individuals experiencing mental health barriers.

This position is dedicated to the promotion of Employment First principles and evidence-based practices such as Individual Placement and Support (IPS) and Supported Employment, with a particular focus on psychiatric rehabilitation and improving outcomes for individuals receiving mental health supports and services.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on matters related to employment services within New York.
• Develop policy and support implementation of such policy.
• Maintain and enhance essential partnerships including, but not limited to, state agency partners and the Office of the Chief Disability Officer.
• Provide oversight of NYESS related initiatives including, but not limited to, the Work Incentives Network, and the NYESS Training Team (build the annual training calendar and confirm coverage for all presentations).
• Provide technical assistance and support to community-based programs.
• Develop and facilitate in-person and virtual training related to Employment First and other employment-related topics, and present at conferences and in other forums.
• Collaborate with state partners on matters pertaining to employment services, psychiatric rehabilitation, and collaborative technical assistance.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare reports.
• Supervise assigned NYESS staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 #198100 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.