Mental Health Program Specialist 1/Mental Health Program Specialist Trainee – (NY HELPS), Central Office;
Mental Health, Office of · New York · New York
- Role
- Program manager
- Posted
- Jul 31, 2026
- Closes
- Aug 17, 2026
- Salary
- $57,764 to $70,951 Annually (varies by appointment level: Trainee 1 at $57,764, Trainee 2 at $63,994, or full Mental Health Program Specialist 1 at $70,951)
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Summary
The Office of Mental Health seeks a Mental Health Program Specialist 1 to provide hospital coordination, technical assistance, and guidance to mental health emergency departments, crisis programs, and inpatient units across New York State. The role involves working with both hospital and community mental health providers to improve care transitions and outcomes for individuals with complex needs, with field-based work at various provider agencies. This position is part of the NY HELPS program and offers multiple entry levels based on education and experience.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in qualifying field (social work, psychology, nursing, public health, counseling, criminal justice, health administration, or related field)
- Two years of professional clinical or administrative experience in federal or state operated, licensed, certified, or funded mental health program for full specialist level
- Clinical background and/or prior hospital experience preferred
- Ability to provide technical assistance and case consultation to licensed or designated providers on complex cases
- Strong communication and coordination skills to facilitate collaboration between hospital and community provider agencies
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