Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHTA) - Direct Care Positions (NY HELPS), St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center, P26264

Duties Description Mental Health Therapy Aides (MHTA) are part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on providing compassionate care to individuals with serious mental illness.

As a MHTA at St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center, you will provide direct care services and support to individuals, including:
• Supporting patient health and safety
• Assisting individuals with personal care tasks
• Teaching individuals’ daily life skills like personal hygiene and nutrition
• Accompanying individuals to treatment, activities, and appointments on and off
facility grounds
• Observing individuals' responses to treatment and documenting observations.
• Attending treatment team meetings and sharing observations on progress toward recovery goals
• Assisting in crisis and emergency situations to protect the welfare of individuals, staff, and others.

Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for ...