Review Vacancy
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleSecure Care Treatment Aide 1, Capital District Psychiatric Center, Direct Care, P23229
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $43648 to $53490 Annually
Minimum Qualifications This posting is to announce Secure Care Treatment Aide 1 (SCTA 1) openings at NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH).
To be considered for appointment, you must take the free the Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA) Exam and select Capital Psychiatric Center as a location preference. Do not apply to this posting with a resume.
You must take the free online MHTA examination to be considered for a SCTA 1 job. To take the MHTA exam, visit this website: https://omhjobs.omh.ny.gov/MHTA/Home/Prerequisite
SCTA 1 is an entry-level direct care position. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma, or similar equivalency such as a General Education Development (GED) Certification or higher degree. To take the exam, copy and paste this link into your Internet browser: https://omhjobs.omh.ny.gov/MHTA/Home/Prerequisite
After you complete the examination:
Your score will be emailed to you and your name will be added to the MHTA and SCTA 1 eligible lists(s) for the facilities you selected. When positions are available, OMH canvasses the eligible lists to find candidates. Canvass letters are sent via email. If you do not respond to the canvass letter, you will not be considered for the position.
Duties Description As a SCTA 1, you would provide direct care services, treatment, rehabilitation, and support to individuals committed under Mental Hygiene Law Article 10. You would work with other staff to develop, carry out, and record care plans, and, in accordance with special instructions you may administer medication. This position may be physically demanding. You would need to be prepared to act to ensure the health and safety of patients and staff in emergency situations.
Additional Comments:
You must be able to communicate and follow oral and written instructions and directions in English in order to perform the duties of the position.
If you are selected for appointment, you may be required to attend a physical exam. This exam includes:
Physical/Medical/Ability Requirements: Your physical and medical condition and ability will be evaluated to ensure that you are able to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The physical/medical standards include a medical standards evaluation and a substance abuse screening. A complete statement of the physical and medical standards and ability test is available at: http://www.cs.ny.gov/ehs/forms.cfm. A medical examination will be required prior to appointment.
Drug Testing: You will have to participate in a drug screening test. Failure to meet the standards may result in your disqualification.
License Requirement: Depending on assignment, you may be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter.
Additional Comments Do not apply to this posting with a resume.
You must take the free online MHTA examination to be considered for a SCTA 1 job. To take the exam, visit this website: https://omhjobs.omh.ny.gov/MHTA/Home/Prerequisite
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.
There are several openings.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address CDPCPersonnel@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Capital District Psychiatric Center
75 New Scotland Avenue
Notes on ApplyingPlease indicate the Title, Vacancy ID # and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it along with your other application materials via fax, mail or the Human Resources email address noted above.
http://www.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.