<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 03/17/25</p> <p>Applications Due04/17/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID182999</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPYes</p> <p>AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of</p> <p>TitleLicensed Mental Health Counselor (NY HELPS)</p> <p>Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services</p> <p>Salary Grade19</p> <p>Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $68523 to $87032 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 37.5</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 9 AM</p> <p>To 5 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? Yes</p> <p>County Oneida</p> <p>Street Address Utica CMSO</p> <p>207 Genesee Street, Rm. 409</p> <p>City Utica</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code13501</p> <p>Duties Description The Licensed Mental Health Counselor reports to the Assistant Director for Treatment and provides direct clinical services to youth and their families or caregivers and plays a critical role as a primary member of the youth's support team. As such, the clinician works to assist the team in understanding youth holistically; conceptualizing those behaviors directly related to the youth's placement in the context of familial, community, cultural and developmental experiences. The clinician continually assesses and draws upon the strengths and assets of youth and their caregivers to facilitate insight, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and spiritual growth/wellness.</p> <p>Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications Transfer: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer.</p> <p>Open to the Public: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide program (NY HELPS)</p> <p>Possession of a license and current registration as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State.</p> <p>Must maintain a valid New York State license and registration.</p> <p>This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.</p> <p>Additional Comments NY HELPS</p> <ul> <li>For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. </li></ul> <p>Telecommuting is available for this position, however, it is at the sole discretion of the assigned supervisor and the Office of Community Partnerships when a candidate may be considered. Telecommuting applications will be reviewed and approved on a case by case basis in accordance with the OCFS Telecommuting Pilot Program Policy.</p> <p>Please specify in your cover letter or resume how you meet the minimum qualifications (as described above) when responding to this posting. For example, you should provide specific date ranges for qualifying experience, qualifying education or certifications. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications</p> <p>Background Investigation Requirements:</p> <p>1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee's employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable</p> <p>provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and requlations. Prospective</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services</p> <p>Telephone 518-473-7936</p> <p>Fax 518-473-6122</p> <p>Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street Bureau of Personnel - ERS</p> <p>52 Washington Street, 231 North</p> <p>City Rensselaer</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12144</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.</p>