Review Vacancy
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleOccupational Therapy Assistant (NY HELPS), Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P26568
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $57764 to $72630 Annually
"Other" Explanation Day Weekend (Day shift weekdays, plus scheduled weekend hours)
Workday
Duties Description Buffalo Psychiatric Center is currently recruiting an Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide occupational therapy support and treatment services to individuals with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.
As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will provide a variety of occupational therapy support and treatment services to individuals under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. Duties include:
• Assist in conducting functional evaluations, screenings, and assessments
• Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans
• Administer and/or demonstrate treatment modalities and therapeutic techniques
• Observe and report progress, response, and behavior and recommend modifications if needed
• Maintain individual 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) program as an Occupational Therapy Assistant if you are authorized and currently registered to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in New York.
OR
Candidates within State Service can be considered 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.
Additional Comments:
Salary range includes a Geographic Pay Differential of $4,000.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address bpc-careers@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Buffalo Psychiatric Center
400 Forest Avenue
Notes on ApplyingPlease email or fax your application and resume. Indicate 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.