Mental Health Program Specialist 2

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Review Vacancy Date Posted 05/10/24 Applications Due05/25/24 Vacancy ID158395 Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics Contact NY HELPYes AgencyMental Health, Office of TitleMental Health Program Specialist 2, Central Office; Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary Grade23 Bargaining UnitAPSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS) Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 20% 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 County Suffolk Street Address NYS Office of Mental Health, Long Island Field Office 998 Crooked Hill Road, Building 45, 3rd Floor City West Brentwood StateNY Zip Code11717 Minimum Qualifications Transfer Opportunity: Candidates must have permanent status as a Mental Health Program Specialist 2 and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law by having at least one year of permanent service in a qualifying title within two salary grades of the Grade 23 level. Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications Under the NY HELPS Program: To be eligible for appointment, candidates must have: A bachelor's degree in child and family studies, counseling and community psychology, creative arts therapy, criminal justice, health administration, hospital administration, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, nursing, psychoanalysis, psychology, public administration, public health, public policy, recreation therapy, rehabilitation counseling, social work, sociology, or special education and three years of professional clinical or administrative experience in a federal or state operated, licensed, certified, or funded mental health program. A master's degree in child and family studies, counseling and community psychology, creative arts therapy, criminal justice, health administration, hospital administration, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, nursing, psychoanalysis, psychology, public administration, public health, public policy, recreation therapy, rehabilitation counseling, social work, sociology, or special education can substitute for one year of specialized experience. Examples of non-qualifying experience include but are not limited to: experience where the primary population served consists of individuals receiving developmental disabilities services, juvenile justice services, criminal justice services, health services, foster care services, social services, or substance use disorder services OR where your experience is part of an internship or externships; providing direct care and/or support services, such as those normally provided by therapy aides, nursing assistants, direct support aides, and caseworkers. Duties Description The Office of Mental Health (OMH) is currently recruiting to fill a Mental Health Program Specialist 2, Grade 23, position in the Long Island Field Office located in West Brentwood, New York. The incumbent will be assigned to the Licensing/Certification Unit within the Field Office and, based on assignments, will be required to travel, including overnights as needed, to cover the 150+ OMH licensed programs in the Long Island Region. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Conduct on-site inspections of licensed mental health programs including inpatient, outpatient and community residential facilities to determine compliance with OMH regulations. Prepare final recommendations and written reports for renewal of certification and the issuance of an operating certificate. Investigate complaints, document findings, and prepare reports. Process Mental Health Provider Data Exchange (MHPD) requests, including EZ Prior Approval Reviews (EZ PARs) and Administrative Actions (AAs). Maintain knowledge and familiarity of New York Codes, Rules and Regulations and Mental Hygiene Law. Interpret OMH policy as it applies to specific situations involving State and local providers. Provide technical assistance to programs licensed by OMH. Participate in special projects as assigned as well as systems transformation initiatives. 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. Name Aurora Korotchen Telephone Fax Email Address Address Street 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 in Microsoft Word or PDF format to . Please include the title of the position and Vacancy ID 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.