Security Hospital Treatment Assistant (SHTA) (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center – Direct Care Position, Marcy, P27352

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a full-time, permanent, non-competitive class position under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program. The role involves performing a variety of tasks related to the care, engagement, treatment, education, recovery, safety, and security of individuals with mental illness in forensic hospitals and units operated by the Office of Mental Health (OMH). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Participate in the development and implementation of treatment plans. - Interact with patients and observe progress and responses to treatment. - Assist and instruct patients in attending to personal care tasks. - Escort patients to activities and appointments on and off facility grounds. - Complete necessary documentation and maintain patient records. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Candidates from outside or within State Service must meet one of the following: - High School or High School Equivalency Diploma and two years of full-time direct patient care experience in a health care, behavioral health, corrections, or juvenile justice setting/program. - An associate's degree and one year of full-time direct patient care experience in a health care, behavioral health, corrections, or juvenile justice setting. - A bachelor's degree. Alternatively, candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment 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. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Must be able to communicate and follow oral and written instructions and directions in English. - Must not be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists. - May be required to possess a valid New York State motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter. - May be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider and obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number. - Background checks will be required. SELECTION PROCESS - Review of application materials to verify minimum qualifications. - Background checks to verify identity and eligibility. - Potential physical exam and drug screening test to ensure the ability to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. HOW TO APPLY - Indicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. - Complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application (available via the OMH employment website). - Submit the completed application and other materials to the Human Resources contact information provided. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Employer: New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) / Central New York Psychiatric Center - Location: 9005 Old River Road, Marcy, NY 13403 (Oneida County) - Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Non-competitive Class - Vacancy ID: 218464 - Bargaining Unit: SSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA) - Schedule: All three shifts, 40 hours per week. Mandatory overtime is required. - Benefits: NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance, access to tuition assistance programs, paid time off (13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, and paid sick leave), and NYS Retirement programs. - Equal Opportunity: OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to supporting underserved individuals and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.