Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleMental Health Program Specialist 3, Central Office;

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade25

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $96336 to $121413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

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

Location

County Albany

Street Address 44 Holland Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12229

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Office of Mental Health (OMH) is recruiting to fill a Mental Health Program Specialist 3, Grade 25, in the Division of Community Program Policy & Management, Adult Community Care Group in the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, Treatment & Care Coordination. This Bureau is responsible for the creation, implementation and operation of recipient-centered recovery-based services. This includes the Personalized Recovery Oriented Services program, Adult Behavioral Health Home and Community Based Services, State Aid funded employment support services, Mental Health Outpatient Treatment and Rehabilitative Services (MHOTRS) Clinics, and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs). The Bureau also supports the implementation of evidence-based practices and manages contracts with trade associations and consultants that provide training and technical assistance to OMH-funded and licensed programs.

The Mental Health Program Specialist 3 will serve as the Unit Director and OMH’s statewide program lead for CCBHCs and be responsible for implementation and supporting expansion of the CCBHC program, including the transition from current federal demonstration model to a permanent Medicaid State Plan service. This requires dedicated leadership to coordinate implementation activities, develop guidance, monitor program performance, address provider concerns, and ensure adherence with federal and state requirements.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serve as OMH’s statewide program lead for CCBHC program development and implementation activities.
• Provide leadership and coordination among OMH Central Office, Field Offices, the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and other state agency partners and stakeholders.
• Lead planning and implementation efforts related to the transition of CCBHC from a demonstration program to a permanent Medicaid State Plan service.
• Develop and maintain program guidance, policies, operational standards, and technical assistance resources to support providers.
• Collaborate with fiscal, managed care, counsel, certification, and program staff from both OMH and OASAS regarding reimbursement methodologies, State Plan requirements, and program sustainability.
• Monitor provider performance, identify emerging implementation challenges, and develop solutions to support program success statewide.
• Direct and coordinate ongoing technical assistance, training, and support for existing and prospective CCBHC providers.
• Support future expansion of the CCBHC program, including supporting providers and developing infrastructure necessary for program growth.
• Prepare executive briefings, policy recommendations, implementation updates, and responses to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent OMH Central Office and the Bureau as needed on relevant interagency meetings, conferences, workgroups and committees.
• Supervise and manage unit staff responsible for CCBHC program development, provider support, implementation activities, and technical assistance efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be employed by New York State to be eligible to apply for this position.

Candidates must have permanent status as a Mental Health Program Specialist 3, Grade 25 and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR one year of permanent, competitive service in a title eligible for transfer via Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

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.

How to Apply

Name Krystal Schools

Telephone

Fax (518) 486-3897

Email Address OMHHRM@OMH.NY.GOV

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 omhhrm@omh.ny.gov. Please include the title of the position, location, and Vacancy ID #218196 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.