Mental Health Therapy Aides Exam/Application

OMH is looking for motivated, nurturing, and supportive individuals who are interested in
pursuing a career in healthcare. Mental Health Therapy Aides are responsible for providing
direct care and support to adults, adolescents, and children who have been diagnosed
with a mental illness or serious emotional disturbances.

OMH operates the largest state mental health system in the nation, with 22 hospitals, 90 clinics, two
world-class research institutes, and diverse community services. OMH hospitals are recognized as
among the best mental health hospital systems in the United States.

• Starting salary: $30,461. Current maximum: $41,756.     • Retirement plan.
• 12 paid holidays and generous time off.                           • Health/dental/vision insurance.

Candidates must have a high-school diploma or GED and take the Mental Health Therapy Aide Trainee
Examination 26-217, which is scheduled for May 13, 2017. Examination applications can be completed
on-line at: http://on.ny.gov/2lSPwDe.

Forms are also available to download at: http://on.ny.gov/2nADaAc.

*Your application must be submitted to the New York State
Department of Civil Service by April 7, 2017.

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