Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/15/26
Applications Due: 09/29/26
Vacancy ID: 224053
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleTeacher 2 / Teacher 3 / Teacher 4 - Substitute (NY HELPS), Temporary, Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, Children and Youth, P27944
Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching
Salary GradeHourly
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $29.42 to $36.66 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Non-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 Oneida
Street Address Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, Children and Youth
1400 Noyes Street
City Utica
StateNY
Zip Code13505
Job Specifics
Duties Description Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center, Children and Youth is recruiting Substitute Teachers. Substitute Teachers provide classroom coverage and support to the educational instruction provided to individuals with mental illness.
As a Substitute Teacher, you will work with individuals on elementary, secondary, or special subjects coursework including:
• Following course and unit outlines, lesson plans, and individual education plans
• Evaluating and documenting individuals’ performance and progress
Requirements for Continued Employment:
Possession of a permanent/professional or provisional/ initial/conditional initial New York State certificate in the appropriate specialty is necessary for continued employment. Loss of certification will result in termination of employment.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.
Teacher 1 – Bachelor’s degree including satisfactory completion of the semester hours required for the teaching specialty.
Teacher 2 – Current New York State Education Department initial certification in classroom teaching in the appropriate specialty.
Teacher 3 – Current New York State Education Department permanent/professional certification in classroom teaching in the appropriate specialty.
Teacher 4 - Current New York State Education Department permanent/professional certification in classroom teaching in the appropriate specialty and 2 years of post-certification (initial or permanent/professional) teaching experience in that same specialty.
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
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
Additional Comments:
Substitute Teacher to teach Elementary, Middle and High School Special Education students. Minimum qualifications include initial / provisional teaching certification. Special Education Certification is preferred but not required.
(Teacher 2) / SG - 13 / hourly $29.42
(Teacher 3) / SG - 15 / hourly $32.87
(Teacher 4) / SG - 17 / hourly $36.66
Medicaid/Medicare Requirements:
In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally-assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax 315-738-4059
Email Address mvpersonnel@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center
1400 Noyes Street
City Utica
State NY
Zip Code 13505
Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above.? Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax.
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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