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Public Health
Project Assistant
The Healthy Neighborhoods Program (HNP) of Tompkins County Whole Health promotes healthy and safe homes. Staff conduct home visits, which include an indoor environmental assessment, focusing on asthma issues, tobacco use, and other hazards in the home. The program provides free safety products and information.
A successful candidate will have good communication skills, experience with community outreach, and exhibit initiative to build awareness about this program. The position is for the summer and fall months and schedule is flexible (P/T) at an hourly rate of $22/hr.
Please include a brief cover letter.
Senior Environmental Health Specialist
This Sr. Environmental Health Specialist position is responsible for supervising Environmental Health staff. The successful applicant needs to be or have the capability to become a regulatory and technical specialist for one or more EH programs. The exact program areas that this position will be responsible for will be determined based on the expertise and experience of the successful candidate and the needs of the Division. It is anticipated that this position may be responsible for the public water supply, water resources, rabies prevention and/or mass gathering programs, in addition to other smaller EH programs. It is also anticipated that this position will be part of the NYS HELP program. The Civil Service exam may be waived pending the determination of the HELP program submission.
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Join our in-house therapy team to provide evaluations and services for children in the Early Intervention Program. This role will primarily deliver speech and language therapy in the home for infants and toddlers who are currently on the waitlist for services.
We’re looking for a licensed, compassionate SLP who is passionate about early childhood development and family-centered care. Join a team dedicated to reducing service delays and making a meaningful impact in the lives of young children across Tompkins County.
Full-time, permanent, benefits-eligible position. $37.95/hr Hire Rate, $39.94/hr Work Rate (begins after 9 months).
Physical Therapists - part-time
Tompkins County is expanding its in-house therapy team and now hiring part-time Physical Therapists to support young children in the Early Intervention Program. These flexible positions will focus on providing home-based physical therapy services and evaluations for infants and toddlers currently on the waitlist for care.
We’re seeking licensed, compassionate Physical Therapists who are enthusiastic about early motor development and family-centered support. Whether you're available for a few hours each week or are seeking a more consistent part-time caseload, join our dedicated team working to reduce service delays and improve outcomes for young children across Tompkins County.
Special Education Teachers
Tompkins County Whole Health is expanding its in-house therapy team to support young children in the Early Intervention Program. We are seeking a Part-Time Special Education Teacher to provide developmental evaluations and individualized services for children with qualifying delays or disabilities.
This role primarily involves home-based visits, offering family-centered support and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
Mental Health
Medical Director, Mental Health
There is currently one position available in the title of Medical Director - Mental Health in the Tompkins County Mental Health Department. This is a full time provisional, 40 hour per week position. $299,000 Annual Salary. Residency waived. Applications open until filled.
The Medical Director of Mental Health will provide out-patient and emergency service assessments and treatment as required by the Commissioner of Mental Health Services. They will perform psychiatric consultation with individual patients, provide emergency medical and psychiatric services, as well as psychiatric consultations, examination and emergency backup for law enforcement agencies and courts within the county. The Medical Director will perform court evaluations as requested and order hospital commitments as indicated. They will apply psychiatric expertise to the planning, coordination and operation of the mental health, substance use disorder and developmental disability services provided within Tompkins County. The employee will make recommendations to the Commissioner of Mental Health towards attaining an effective and comprehensive community mental health, substance use disorder and developmental disability program. He or she will assist the Commissioner of Mental Health Services in direct services and duties of the Local Government Unit. The incumbent exercises general supervision over Psychiatrists and various program directors.
Licensed Clinical Therapists - Court-Based Mental Health Navigator
Tompkins County Whole Health Mental Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Therapist to serve as a Court-Based Mental Health Navigator. Full time (35 hours), $41.73/hr. hiring rate, $43.92/hr. work rate.
In this new and impactful role, the clinician will support justice-involved individuals with mental health needs by coordinating voluntary care, conducting intake assessments, and ensuring seamless engagement in community-based services. This position plays a vital role in bridging systems and promoting access to behavioral health support for individuals navigating the justice system.
Joining TCWH means being part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals including psychiatrists, nurses, peer specialists, and fellow therapists. We offer ongoing training, weekly supervision, and eligibility to explore loan forgiveness through HRSA. We’re looking for a clinician who is compassionate, collaborative, professional, and energized by meaningful, community-centered work.