NY HELP Yes Agency Mental Health, Office of Title Social Work Assistant Trainee (NY HELPS), St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center, P26173 Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary Range From $48047 to $61548 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Other (see below) "Other" Explanation Day shift weekdays, plus scheduled weekend hours. Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 6 AM To 6 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County St Lawrence Street Address St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center 1 Chimney Point Drive City Ogdensburg State NY Zip Code 13669 Duties Description St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center is recruiting a Social Work Assistant Trainee to assist in case management and service coordination activities for individuals with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.As a Social Work Assistant Trainee, under the supervision of a Licensed Master Social Worker, you will assist higher level social work staff including:• Interviewing individuals and their families to gather background information• Assisting individuals in applying for services and completing paperwork• Scheduling medical, dental, and other clinical services for individuals• Participating in individual and group counseling sessions 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 if they have a bachelor’s degree in a human service field.ORCandidates within State Service can be considered for hire under the NY HELPS program if they have 1 year of permanent service as a:• Direct Support Assistant, Direct Support Assistant (IRM), Direct Support Assistant (Manual Communications)• Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide 1• Licensed Practical Nurse• Mental Health Therapy Aide• Secure Care Treatment Aide 1• Teaching Assistant• Training AideORCandidates from 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.After 1 year as a Social Work Assistant Trainee, you will automatically advance to the Social Work Assistant 1, SG-14, without further examination. 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 programsBackground checks will be required.Social Work Assistant Trainee is Salary Grade NS = SG-12 Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources Telephone Fax 315-541-2034 Email Address slpc.humanresources@omh.ny.gov Address Street St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center 1 Chimney Point Drive City Ogdensburg State NY Zip Code 13669 Notes on Applying 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.pdfThe 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.