Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleAssisted Outpatient Treatment Compliance Specialist 1, Central Office;

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 40%

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

75 New Scotland Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12208

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Office of Mental Health (OMH) is recruiting to fill a non-competitive Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) Compliance Specialist 1, G-23, position in the Division of Forensic Services, Bureau of Sex Offender Evaluation and Community Treatment, Strict and Intensive Supervision and Treatment (SIST) Unit. As a result of MHL Article 10, the Bureau is responsible for coordinating and conducting the multi-disciplinary risk assessment and clinical review of individuals who have been convicted of a qualifying sex offense and who are approaching the end of their criminal sentence to assist in determining whether civil management is appropriate. The Bureau also oversees and monitors the implementation of programs to manage the treatment of individuals who are confined in a secure treatment facility or released to strict and intensive community supervision and treatment as a result of the Article 10 process pursuant to the Sex Offender Management and Treatment Act (SOMTA). The AOT Compliance Specialist 1 will assist in overseeing and monitoring the SIST provision of SOMTA individuals who will be released to the community under a SIST court order. Specific duties will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Coordinate the development of discharge and treatment plans in collaboration with OMH staff, the NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), Office of the Attorney General (OAG), community treatment providers, and other State and local agencies related to the release of individuals with sexual offense histories who are under a SIST court order.

Work with Bureau staff and staff in OMH facilities to determine appropriate categories of treatment for an individual’s SIST treatment plan; review and finalize completed SIST treatment plans; respond to questions concerning the plans from the OAG and DOCCS, and make recommendations for necessary modifications.

Monitor court dates and discharge planning progress on pending SIST cases with Bureau staff, DOCCS, and the OAG.

Facilitate monthly meetings with the SIST team, comprised of community treatment providers (e.g., sex offense, mental health, substance use), case management, and DOCCS.

Complete risk assessment instruments and review/identify risk factors; make treatment and supervision recommendations, as appropriate.

Collaborate with Bureau staff, DOCCS, and the OAG to initiate corrective action when individuals violate SIST conditions.

Develop a resource network of treatment providers; monitor and evaluate the quality of treatment services provided.

Consult with, and provide expert technical assistance and guidance to, OMH staff, other State and local agencies, and community providers regarding the management and treatment of individuals released on a SIST court order.

Monitor and evaluate individual SIST cases via quarterly progress reports to ensure compliance with SIST court orders. Collect and manage data to be utilized in quality improvement projects. Prepare comprehensive reports.

Provide educational materials and training about the SIST process and requirements to staff at State and local mental health and criminal justice agencies.

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: seven years of professional clinical experience in a mental health setting, one year of which must have included substantial engagement in one or more of the following activities: mental health program administration, management, or supervision; or planning, development, or coordination of forensic, community-based, or high-risk/need mental health services.

Substitutions: a bachelor’s degree in a health or human services field may substitute for four years of professional clinical experience; and a master’s degree in a health or human services field may substitute for an additional year of professional clinical experience. Licensure and registration as a professional nurse (R.N.), substitutes for four years of general experience.


* Examples of Human Service degrees include the following: Community Mental Health, Counseling, Education, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Rehabilitation, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology; or a degree specifically labeled Human Services.

**Examples of mental health disciplines include: Child & Family Studies, Community Mental Health, Counseling, Community Services Administration, Nursing, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Speech Language Pathology or Audiology, and Special Education.

Additional Comments The Division of Forensic Services is conveniently located in independent offices on the grounds of the Capital District PC at 75 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, New York. Guaranteed parking is available.

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.

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How to Apply

Name Brianna Cherrier

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 as an attachment in Microsoft Word or PDF format to omhhrm@omh.ny.gov. Please include the title of the position and Vacancy ID #218555 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.