Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyMental Health, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleHealth Information Management Administrator 1 (NY HELPS), Central New York Psychiatric Center, Mid-State Satellite Unit, P27157
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade17
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $63361 to $80655 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided.Employment TypeFull-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination.Appointment TypePermanent
Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities.Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel.Travel Percentage50%
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.Duties DescriptionUnder the supervision of a Health Information Management Administrator 3, The HIM Administrator 1’s specific duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Serves as the Health Information Management liaison to CNYPC for assigned satellite and mental health units in correctional settings for all regions of NY
• Required to travel to all Corrections-Based Units (CBO) to conduct and complete accurate record reviews of OMH records
• Prepares record review reports for assigned satellite and mental health units and disseminates them to Administration for appropriate follow up
• Provides training and guidance to clerical staff and new HIM staff in the satellite and mental health units
• Educates unit staff on documentation requirements, confidentiality, record maintenance, MHARS training, CNET training, FPMS, REMS training and Joint Commission Standards
• Assists in preparing units for Joint Commission accreditation through record review, providing environmental suicide risk assessments and leading tracers
• Will assist outside entities such as the Joint Commission, The Justice Center, etc. with collection of documentation for reviews.
• Analyzes and evaluates active records for accuracy, completeness, and continuity
• Monitoring of electronic system data accuracy and completion of error corrections, such as MHARS voids, C# merges, update/add social security numbers, unconfirmed reports, etc.
• Assist all staff in corrections-based units with questions on policies and procedures
• Assist Outpatient HIM Director with updating policies and procedures for CBO
• Reviews purged records for completeness
• Assists staff at satellite units in preparing and completing terminated record reviews
• Assists all CBO satellite units in completing release of information requests
• Assists/prepares OMH records for archive pickups twice a year
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.Minimum QualificationsCandidates from outside State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (HELPS) program if they have a current certification by the American Health Information Management Association as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
OR
Candidates can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the current Health Information Management Administrator 1 eligible list.
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 regarding the vacancy.Additional CommentsAll 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.
Notes:
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. Continued employment as a Health Information Management Administrator 1 is dependent upon current certification as a RHIA or RHIT. Loss of certification may result in removal from this position.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Freqently Asked Questions
Holding the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification is crucial for this position, especially within New York State. Local employers, including New York State Job Services, often prioritize candidates with current RHIA credentials to meet regulatory and quality standards in health information management.
This role involves conducting detailed record reviews, preparing compliance reports, and coaching staff on documentation and confidentiality. The administrator acts as a liaison, ensuring health record accuracy and assisting satellite units with joint commission accreditation preparations, tailored to correctional mental health environments.
Professionals often progress to senior HIM roles or supervisory positions, such as Health Information Management Administrator 3 or Director roles. Gaining experience through hands-on record management, compliance, and leadership within healthcare agencies supports upward mobility in New York’s competitive healthcare sector.
Marcy's salary range for this position falls between approximately $63,361 and $80,655 annually, influenced by factors like government salary grades, local demand in public health institutions, and union bargaining agreements specific to New York State mental health agencies.
The agency integrates this role to support mental health offices and correctional settings, emphasizing compliance, staff training, and record accuracy. Their focus on continuous improvement aligns with state healthcare regulations, ensuring administrators contribute effectively to New York’s public health objectives.
Expect a structured environment with clear responsibilities, including record management and policy guidance. Employees benefit from robust benefits and professional development opportunities, navigating a state service culture that values compliance, teamwork, and support for mental health initiatives.
Yes, administrators must handle sensitive mental health records with strict confidentiality while ensuring compliance with joint commission standards. Frequent travel between correctional units and adapting to diverse documentation systems adds complexity unique to this setting.
Competition is moderate due to specialized certification requirements like RHIA and the niche correctional mental health focus. Candidates with strong credentials and state service experience tend to have better prospects within Central New York’s public health services.
Key skills include meticulous record auditing, knowledge of healthcare data systems, and the ability to train and guide staff on documentation standards. Familiarity with mental health regulations and joint commission accreditation processes is also highly valued.
Absolutely, the role encourages growth through hands-on experience in record management, policy updates, and inter-agency collaboration. The agency supports tuition assistance and career advancement, fostering long-term growth within New York’s health information management field.
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