Licensed Master Social Worker - Risk Management (NY HELPS), New York City Childrens Psychiatric Center, P28230

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 10/21/26

Applications Due11/19/26

Vacancy ID227431

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NY HELPSYes

55-b/c EligibleYes

AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleLicensed Master Social Worker - Risk Management (NY HELPS), New York City Childrens Psychiatric Center, P28230

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade20

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $77532 to $98354 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Day shift weekdays with scheduled weekend hours

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Bronx

Street Address New York City Childrens Center (NYCCC) - Bronx Campus

1000 Waters Place

City Bronx

StateNY

Zip Code10461

Duties Description A Risk Manager is needed to conduct comprehensive investigations regarding factual aspects of incidents with a goal towards understanding the clinical, administrative and human factors involved in the causes of the incidents. Specifically, Risk Manager would be responsible for reviewing and evaluating all incidents daily to determine accuracy of reporting and whether or not a special investigation is warranted.

Prepare information for Incident Review Committee and participate in monthly IRC meetings. Prepare routine monthly and quarterly reports. In addition, you would provide guidance to NYCCC employees by disseminating information regarding changes in regulations pertaining to Clinical Risk Management.

Understand regulatory requirements e.g., OMH, Justice Center and NYCCC policy and operations.

Liaise with NYCCC staff and regulatory agencies as needed and maintain confidentiality.

Participate in meetings, training and special projects that support the needs of the Risk Management Department.

Provide on-call incident management coverage.

Understand patients and staff safety guidelines and plans and be able to conduct special projects and reviews to improve safety.

Report to the Director of Risk Management.

Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage e effectively with diverse audiences including administration, clinicians, direct care, and support staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in computer systems and database management.
• A proactive, analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with OMH policies, TJC standards, and risk management principles.
• Previous experience in healthcare quality management or risk management roles is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they are licensed and currently registered by New York State as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW).

OR

Candidates within State Service can be considered transfer to a competitive class position 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

Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• 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

Background checks will be required.

This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,150.

NOTE:

1. 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.

2. 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 lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax 718-264-4953

Email Address nyccchr@omh.ny.gov

Address

Street New York City Children's Center

74-03 Commonwealth Blvd.

City Bellerose

State NY

Zip Code 11426

Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax.

https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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