Mental Health Treatment Aide Supervisor (CHS Coordinator), Correctional Health Services (10a-6p[...]

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a Mental Health Treatment Aide Supervisor to oversee the PACE housing units at Rikers Island. The role involves supervising staff, conducting clinical rounds, crisis intervention, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and experience with mentally challenged patients.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement and pension plans

Loan forgiveness programs

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition discounts and professional development

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with mentally challenged patients.
• 1+ years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate work of MHTAs on the unit.
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling and coverage.
• Lead or co-lead therapeutic groups.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Baccalaureate Degree in a related discipline

Job description

Mental Health Treatment Aide Supervisor (CHS Coordinator), Correctional Health Services (10a-6p), Various Locations

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Job Description

This full-time position oversees the Program for Accelerated Clinical Effectiveness (PACE) housing units at Rikers Island. Responsibilities include supervising and training Mental Health Treatment Aide (MHTA) staff, collaborating with the mental health team, conducting clinical rounds, leading therapeutic groups, crisis intervention, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. The role also involves administrative duties, patient monitoring, and participation in program planning and training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate work of MHTAs on the unit
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, coverage, and leave management
• Analyze data for management decisions
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement activities
• Utilize crisis de-escalation techniques when necessary
• Identify triggers for patient agitation and communicate with the team
• Report clinical and environmental observations
• Lead or co-lead therapeutic groups
• Perform mental health rounds and patient monitoring
• Orient patients to unit policies and routines
• Participate in supervision and training sessions
• Support team and perform other mental health duties as assigned

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in a related field, 2+ years of experience with mentally challenged patients, 1+ years of supervisory experience, strong clinical and interpersonal skills, and familiarity with quality assurance practices.

Minimum Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, or related discipline, with 1 year of relevant experience, OR
• A Baccalaureate Degree in a related discipline, with 2 years of relevant experience.

How to Apply

Apply online or send your resume with the Job ID # to NYC Health + Hospitals / Correctional Health Services, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Department, 55 Water Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10041. Include your cover letter if applying online.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement and pension plans
• Loan forgiveness programs
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition discounts and professional development
• Employee discounts