Review Vacancy
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleSocial Work Assistant Trainee (NY HELPS), St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center, P26173
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $48047 to $61548 Annually
"Other" Explanation Day shift weekdays, plus scheduled weekend hours.
Workday
Duties Description St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center is recruiting a Social Work Assistant Trainee to assist in case management and service coordination activities for individuals with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.
As a Social Work Assistant Trainee, under the supervision of a Licensed Master Social Worker, you will assist higher level social work staff including:
• Interviewing individuals and their families to gather background information
• Assisting individuals in applying for services and completing paperwork
• Scheduling medical, dental, and other clinical services for individuals
• Participating in individual and group counseling sessions
Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they have a bachelor’s degree in a human service field.
OR
Candidates within State Service can be considered for hire under the NY HELPS program if they have 1 year of permanent service as a:
• Direct Support Assistant, Direct Support Assistant (IRM), Direct Support Assistant (Manual Communications)
• Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide 1
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Mental Health Therapy Aide
• Secure Care Treatment Aide 1
• Teaching Assistant
• Training Aide
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
After 1 year as a Social Work Assistant Trainee, you will automatically advance to the Social Work Assistant 1, SG-14, without further examination.
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
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
Social Work Assistant Trainee is Salary Grade NS = SG-12
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address slpc.humanresources@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center
1 Chimney Point Drive
Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.
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.