NYS Office of Children and Family Services
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY HELPS)
NYS Office of Children and Family Services, Lansing, New York, United States
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY HELPS)
Brooktondale, NY
Base pay range: $70,579.00/yr - $89,645.00/yr
Duties Description The Licensed Mental Health Counselor reports to the Assistant Director for Treatment and provides direct clinical services to youth and their families or caregivers. The clinician works to assist the team in understanding youth holistically, conceptualizing behaviors related to placement within familial, community, cultural, and developmental contexts. The clinician continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and caregivers to facilitate insight, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and spiritual growth and wellness.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer.
Must maintain a valid New York State license and registration as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Additional Comments
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non‑competitive appointment. All candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
Within one year of permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non‑competitive employment status converted to competitive status without having to compete in an examination. They may then be afforded the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State and may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Background Investigation Requirements
All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), including state and federal Criminal History Record Checks. Fraud or falsification may bar appointment or result in removal.
All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Fees may apply.
DJJOY prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL). Names appearing on the SEL for serious abuse or neglect may be barred from appointment.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy‑related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. OCFS does not discriminate based upon applicant's prior cross‑state or cross‑country experience, educational or professional training, national origin, language, cultural or ethnic background, or international or out‑of‑state licensure. OCFS is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from marginalized communities to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.
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Base pay range: $70,579.00/yr - $89,645.00/yr
Duties Description The Licensed Mental Health Counselor reports to the Assistant Director for Treatment and provides direct clinical services to youth and their families or caregivers. The clinician works to assist the team in understanding youth holistically, conceptualizing behaviors related to placement within familial, community, cultural, and developmental contexts. The clinician continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and caregivers to facilitate insight, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and spiritual growth and wellness.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer.
Must maintain a valid New York State license and registration as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Additional Comments
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non‑competitive appointment. All candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
Within one year of permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non‑competitive employment status converted to competitive status without having to compete in an examination. They may then be afforded the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State and may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Background Investigation Requirements
All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), including state and federal Criminal History Record Checks. Fraud or falsification may bar appointment or result in removal.
All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Fees may apply.
DJJOY prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL). Names appearing on the SEL for serious abuse or neglect may be barred from appointment.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy‑related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. OCFS does not discriminate based upon applicant's prior cross‑state or cross‑country experience, educational or professional training, national origin, language, cultural or ethnic background, or international or out‑of‑state licensure. OCFS is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from marginalized communities to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff.
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