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Capital District Psychiatric Center Mental Health Therapy Aide in Albany, New York
Mental Health Therapy Aides at the Office of Mental Health (OMH) are part of a treatment team. They support hope and recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children and adolescents with serious emotional disturbances. Mental Health Therapy Aides:- Support patient health and safety.- Accompany patients to treatment, activities, and appointments on and off facility grounds.- Teach patients daily life skills like personal hygiene and nutrition.- Teach, model, and promote acceptable behaviors and verbal skills.- Write notes describing patient activities and their progress toward recovery goals.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*Evening and Night shift positions available
Minimum Salary: 50,819 Maximum Salary: 54,884 Salary Unit: Yearly