New York State Office of Mental Health
Psychiatrist 1 or Psychiatrist 2 (NY HELPS), Manhattan Psychiatric Center, Transition to Home Unit, P28274
Provide comprehensive, patient-centered, recovery-focused psychiatric treatment to individuals 18 years of age or older with mental health symptoms. Work within a multi-disciplinary Transition to Home team serving individuals with a history of homelessness, developing personalized treatment plans for active rehabilitation and reintegration to the community.
Key Responsibilities
- • Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments and patient admissions
- • Overseeing an average caseload of 8 - 13 individuals
- • Creating treatment plans including medication management
- • Providing individual and group psychotherapy
- • Coordinating closely with community providers, housing agencies, and social service organizations
- • Assisting in transitioning individuals to permanent housing with the resources necessary to maintain recovery and reduce further hospital utilization
Required
- • Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrist
- • Psychiatrist 1: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and completion of a training program in psychiatry approved by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
- • Psychiatrist 2: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and certification in psychiatry approved by the ABPN.
- • Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
- • Background checks will be required.
- • Cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program).
- • If appointed, may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid.
- • License and Certification: Loss of license or limited permit to practice medicine in New York State or board certification, if required, may result in removal from position.
Benefits & Perks
- • Psychiatrist Loan Repayment Program offering up to $120,000
- • Supplemental income of up to 50% of salary by volunteering to provide evening, night, and weekend coverage
- • Defense and Indemnification Protection- broader in scope than typical medical malpractice coverage
- • OMH sponsored Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program
- • Professional leave for additional learning activities
- • 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
Duties Description
Manhattan Psychiatric Center (MPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited facility, is recruiting Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrists for their Transition to Home (THU) team. The THU team provides a multi-disciplinary approach to care for individuals who have a history of homelessness. The goals of the THU team are to develop personalized treatment plans for active rehabilitation and reintegration to the community.
As a Psychiatrist at MPC, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered, and recovery- focused treatments to individuals with mental health symptoms 18 years of age or older; including:
MPC is a comprehensive, community-based mental health facility serving individuals who are 18 years or older, from the Manhattan and Greater NYC Region. MPC’s focus on evidence-based, person-centered, and culturally sensitive treatment helps their patient achieve their recovery goals.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (HELPS) program if they have:
Psychiatrist 1: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and completion of a training program in psychiatry approved by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
Psychiatrist 2: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and certification in psychiatry approved by the ABPN.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments
Psychiatrists at OMH facilities are eligible for:
This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,150
NOTE:
Manhattan Psychiatric Center (MPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited facility, is recruiting Board Certified or Board Eligible Psychiatrists for their Transition to Home (THU) team. The THU team provides a multi-disciplinary approach to care for individuals who have a history of homelessness. The goals of the THU team are to develop personalized treatment plans for active rehabilitation and reintegration to the community.
As a Psychiatrist at MPC, you will provide comprehensive, patient-centered, and recovery- focused treatments to individuals with mental health symptoms 18 years of age or older; including:
- Conducting comprehensive psychiatric assessments and patient admissions
- Overseeing an average caseload of 8 - 13 individuals
- Creating treatment plans including medication management
- Providing individual and group psychotherapy
- Coordinating closely with community providers, housing agencies, and social service organizations
- Assisting in transitioning individuals to permanent housing with the resources necessary to maintain recovery and reduce further hospital utilization
MPC is a comprehensive, community-based mental health facility serving individuals who are 18 years or older, from the Manhattan and Greater NYC Region. MPC’s focus on evidence-based, person-centered, and culturally sensitive treatment helps their patient achieve their recovery goals.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (HELPS) program if they have:
Psychiatrist 1: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and completion of a training program in psychiatry approved by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
Psychiatrist 2: License and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and certification in psychiatry approved by the ABPN.
OR
Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments
Psychiatrists at OMH facilities are eligible for:
- Psychiatrist Loan Repayment Program offering up to $120,000
- Supplemental income of up to 50% of salary by volunteering to provide evening, night, and weekend coverage
- Defense and Indemnification Protection- broader in scope than typical medical malpractice coverage
- OMH sponsored Continuing Medical Education (CME) Program
- Professional leave for additional learning activities
- 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
This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,150
NOTE:
- In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
- If appointed you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
- License and Certification: Loss of license or limited permit to practice medicine in New York State or board certification, if required, may result in removal from your position.
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