Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA) - Direct Care ...

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Review Vacancy Date Posted 01/06/26 Applications Due06/30/26 Vacancy ID206406 * Basics * Schedule * Location * Job Specifics * How to Apply NY HELPYes AgencyMental Health, Office of TitleMental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA) - Direct Care Positions (NY HELPS), Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P26091 Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade09 Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $52225 to $56413 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Other (see below) "Other" Explanation Night shift 7:50 pm - 7:50 am; 12 hour shifts Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 7:30 PM To 8 AM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? Yes Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Erie Street Address Buffalo Psychiatric Center 400 Forest Avenue City Buffalo StateNY Zip Code14213 Duties Description Buffalo Center has immediate full time job opportunities for Direct Care Staff to work as Mental Health Therapy Aides. Previous psychiatric experience is not required. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply Mental Health Therapy Aides are part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on providing compassionate care to individuals with serious mental illness. As a MHTA, you will provide direct care services and support to individuals, including: * Supporting patient health and safety * Assisting individuals with personal care tasks * Teaching individuals' daily life skills like personal hygiene and nutrition * Accompanying individuals to treatment, activities, and appointments on and off facility grounds * Observing individuals' responses to treatment and documenting observations. * Attending treatment team meetings and sharing observations on progress toward recovery goals * Assisting in crisis and emergency situations to protect the welfare of individuals, staff, and others. 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 a Mental Health Therapy Aide if they have a High School or High School Equivalency Diploma. OR Candidates 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. Posted hiring rate includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 09 ($42,641), an Increase Hiring Rate ($5,584), Geographic Pay Differential ($4,000). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($52,413) and Geographic Pay Differential ($4,000). NOTE: Medicaid and Medicare: In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment. In addition: 1. 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. 2. If you are selected for appointment, you may be required to attend a physical exam. Your physical and medical condition 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 drug screening test. Failure to meet the standards may result in your disqualification. A complete statement of the physical and medical standards is available at: 3. 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources Telephone Fax 716-816-2554 Email Address Address Street Buffalo Psychiatric Center 400 Forest Avenue City Buffalo State NY Zip Code 14213 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. 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.

Created: 2026-04-15