Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleResidential Program Assistant 1 (NY HELPS), Rochester Psychiatric Center - Smith Road Community Residence, P26265

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade11

Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $47695 to $58447 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Evenings and nights shift weekdays, plus scheduled weekend hours: Sunday-Wednesday Nights and Thursday Evening. Pass days are Friday/Saturday

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 2 PM

To 2 AM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Monroe

Street Address Rochester Psychiatric Center - Smith Road Community Residence

446 Smith Rd

City Webster

StateNY

Zip Code14580

Job Specifics

Duties Description Rochester Psychiatric Center is recruiting for a Residential Program Assistant 1 to assist the Residential Program Manager in managing and overseeing the operations of a State Operated Community Residence (SOCR). Candidates within State Service can apply.

As a Residential Program Assistant 1, you will ensure the health, care, and safety of the individuals with mental illness residing in the SOCR including:
• Encouraging individuals to participate in recreational activities and programs
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment
• Responding and assisting in crisis and emergency situations following established guidelines, procedures, and techniques
• Completing required records and documentation

Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) as a Residential Program 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.
OR
Candidates 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 Residential Program Assistant 1, you will advance to the Residential Program Assistant 2, SG-13, 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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax 585-241-1981

Email Address rpc-human.resources@omh.ny.gov

Address

Street Rochester Psychiatric Center

1111 Elmwood Avenue

City Rochester

State NY

Zip Code 14620

 

Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please include your e-mail address on your application/resume. 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.