Behavioral Health Specialist II

2 days ago


South Bend, Indiana, United States Deschutes County Full time
About the Department

Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community-based settings.

Deschutes County Behavioral Health (DCBH) is the Community Mental Health Program providing safety net and core clinical services for community members in Deschutes County dealing with mental health and substance use conditions. DCBH is also a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). As such, DCBH relies on multi-disciplinary teams to provide innovative, evidence-based, recovery-oriented services in behavioral healthcare settings co-located with physical health providers.

About the County

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

About the Job

Deschutes County is currently accepting applications for a Behavioral Health Specialist II – Assertive Community Treatment team. The position works as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing high intensity treatment services to individuals with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) using the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model.

This position is part of a team of eight, that collectively serves approximately 60 clients, allowing for low staff to client ratios. Many ACT clients live with significant functional deficits, are at risk for psychiatric hospitalization, and require extensive support to live independently in the community.

Our goal is to wrap community based services around our clients and work with them to gain/maintain stable and meaningful lives. This position is housed at our downtown clinic, which is co-located with primary care, pharmacy, laboratory and dental providers allowing for the delivery of whole person care.

Position will be serving clients throughout Deschutes County, but primarily in Bend. Candidates must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary to meet client needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Providing direct service to clients: group therapy, skills training, crisis intervention, and case management.
  • Comprehensive care coordination.
  • Timely documentation, including assessments, treatment plans and service notes.
What You Will Bring

Knowledge of or experience with:

  • Ability to connect and build relationships with people who have serious mental health issues.
  • Passion and energy for helping.
  • Enjoy working as part of a team.

Skill in:

  • Managing and tracking complex details, communication, and tasks.
  • Case conceptualization and risk assessment.
  • Developing and maintaining community partnerships.

This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

Benefits

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services.

Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Please click HERE (Download PDF reader) for full benefit details.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy or a behavioral science field;
  • AND one (1) year of experience in the behavioral health field;
  • OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

There are registration/certification requirements under the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) that apply to Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP) hired by Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS). This only applies to QMHPs who do not possess current licensure or are currently pursuing licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC.

Please see website for information on these requirements: https://mhacbo.org/en/.

There is no need to take action at this point. More information will be provided to candidates who progress to the final stage of the interview process.

Registration and/or certification must be received within 14 days of hire date. Fees will be paid by DCHS if the candidate selected for the position meets the criteria for registration/certification.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Current licensure without restrictions from a recognized governing board in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
  • Experience providing substance use disorder/co-occurring treatment.
Necessary Special Requirements

Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date.

The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment).

This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.

NOTE: Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 (Download PDF reader) this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit/Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted.

These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.195, 181A.200, 409.027 AND 413.036 of the County's employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules.

Please click HERE (Download PDF reader) to review Criminal Records Check Rules.

All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit/Orchards to work in this position.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities.

All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.

If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE for information.



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