Mental Hygiene Therapy Assistant 1 (Spanish Language) (NY HELPS), Washington Hieghts Psychiatric Unit, P26677 - New York State Office of Mental Health : Job Details

Duties DescriptionWashington Heights Psychiatric Unit is recruiting for a Mental Hygiene Therapy Assistant 1 (Spanish Language) to supervise Mental Health Therapy Aides providing direct care services to individual diagnosed with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.As a Mental Hygiene Therapy Assistant 1 (Spanish Language), you are part of a treatment team and duties will include:

• Assisting in the development of treatment plans
• Supervising and monitoring the implementation of treatment plans and activities
• Observing and documenting individual behaviors and responses to treatment
• Scheduling staff assignments
• Providing staff training

Minimum QualificationsCandidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) as a Mental Hygiene Therapy Assistant 1 if they have:

• High School or High School equivalency diploma and
• 1 year of direct patient care experience working with individuals diagnosed with mental illness or with emotional or social behavior problems.

ORCandidates within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have 1 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.Please Note: After 2 years of satisfactory experience as a Mental Hygiene Therapy Assistant 1, you will advance to the Mental Hygiene Therapy Assistant 2, SG-13, without further examination.Additional CommentsAll 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.Candidate will have to take and pass the Spanish Language proficiency exam.Additional Comments:This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.