Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 11/06/25
Applications Due: 11/20/25
Vacancy ID: 202015
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleMental Hygiene Staff Development Specialist 2 (NY HELPS), Manhattan Psychiatric Center, P27316
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade14
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $68630 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6 AM
To 6:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County New York
Street Address Manhattan Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10035
Job Specifics
Duties Description Manhattan Psychiatric Center is currently recruiting a Mental Hygiene Staff Development Specialist 2 to assist higher-level specialists in planning, organizing, and presenting institution and community-based training programs designed to improve the knowledge and abilities of those responsible for care, program, treatment, and well-being of individuals with mental disabilities in various mental hygiene settings.
As a Mental Hygiene Staff Development Specialist 2, duties include, but are not limited to:
• Participate in training programs
• Gather data to support the development and organization of training programs
• Identify training needs
• Conduct informational sessions concerning training available
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 as Mental Hygiene Staff Development Specialist 2 if they have:
• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field and
• One (1) year of experience in the direct preparation and delivery of classroom training in a mental hygiene setting.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered if they have one (1) year of service as a Mental Hygiene Staff Development Specialist 1.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered for 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.
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.
This position is eligible for a Down State adjustment of $4,000.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax 646-766-4380
Email Address mk.hr@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Manhattan Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10035
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.
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