Behavioral Health Specialist I, Vocational Specialist, Assertive Community Treatment

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Behavioral Health Specialist I, Vocational Specialist, Assertive Community Treatment

Salary

$5,055.17 - $6,774.40 Monthly

Location

Bend, OR

Job Type

Regular, full time, full benefits

Job Number

2024-00169

Department

Health Services

Opening Date

10/18/2024

Closing Date

11/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

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• Benefits

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Summary

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.

To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please clickHERE. (https://vimeo.com/683937354/cce8815902)

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.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB:

This position works as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing high intensity outreach, case management and vocational supports to adults with serious mental illness (SPMI) using an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model. Many of the individuals are at risk for psychiatric hospitalization or require extensive support to live independently in the community. The goal is to assist clients to achieve and maintain the highest level of independence possible, inclusive of employment. Services are largely provided outside of the office setting, in the community or the client's home.

This position will serve clients throughout Deschutes County, but primarily in Bend. A typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Vocational supports to SPMI clients, including job searching, job coaching, and job development.

• Case management.

• Developing trusting relationships with clientele.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Community resources including but not limited to: housing, insurance, navigating social security, and applying for benefits.

• Comfortability working well with individuals experiencing serious mental health issues.

• Preparing reports and documenting client services in a timely and professional manner.

Skill in:

• Inspiring hope in clients.

• Being detail-oriented.

• Working effectively in a team setting as well as independently.

• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing, including timely, professional, and accurate completion of documentation.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, clients and their families, other agencies, and the public at all times.

*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.

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Compensation

$5,055.17 to $6,774.40 per month for a 172.67 hour work month.

$300/month stipend for possession of CADC I certification.

$350/month stipend for possession of CADC II certification.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

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 clickHERE (https://www.deschutes.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/682/2024_deschutes_county_benefits_guide_-_final.pdf) for full benefit details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral sciences field;

• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

There are registration/certification requirements under the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) that apply to Qualified Mental Health Associates (QMHA) hired by Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS). 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:

• A background in substance abuse disorder/dual diagnosis treatment or CADC I/II.

• Two years of experience in behavioral health.

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.

NOTE:Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 (https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/crim-records-abuse-rules-dhs-employees-volunteers-contractors-407.pdf) 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 clickHERE (https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/DAS%20Criminal%20Records%20Checks%20rules%20eff%202016%20Jan%204.pdf) 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.

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

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

Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to drive throughout Deschutes County and to provide face-to-face services in a variety of settings in the community, including but not limited to hospitals, jails, clinics, client homes, and community and residential settings within required response times.

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 (https://www.deschutes.org/hr/page/veterans-preference-information-and-instructions) for information.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

Employer paid benefit offerings include:

• Life Insurance for employee and dependents

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

• Long-term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement Program through Oregon PERS

• Time Management Leave

Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:

• 125 Flexible Spending Program

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program

• Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance

To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visitwww.deschutes.org/hrand click on Employee Benefits.

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This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral sciences field; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job. Do you meet the requirements as listed above?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications as listed above. Be specific with regard to education and years of experience.

  03

  Are you currently registered or certified as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) in the state of Oregon or eligible for registration into the QMHA certification program? (To check if you are registered or certified as a QMHA clickHERE (https://mhacbo.org/en/) ).

• Yes, I am currently registered or certified (QMHA-I) as a QMHA in Oregon.

• Yes, I am eligible to obtain registration into the QMHA certification program within 14 days from the date of hire.

• No, I am not currently certified as a QMHA, nor am I eligible to obtain registration into the QMHA certification program within 14 days from date of hire.

  04

  Preference will be given for two years of experience working in behavioral health. Do you have two years of experience in behavioral health?

• Yes

• No

  05

  If yes, please describe your experience working in a behavioral health field. Be specific about the work environment, job duties and the population served.

  06

  A background in substance abuse disorder treatment or CADC I/II is strongly preferred for this position. Please select which description best matches your background below.

• I possess certification CADC I.

• I possess certification CADC II.

• I have other substance abuse treatment education or experience.

• I do not have a background in substance abuse treatment.

  07

  If applicable, please briefly describe your substance abuse experience or training.

  08

  Are you willing to work a flexible schedule to meet clients' needs?

• Yes

• No

  09

  Computer literacy with strong typing and computer skills is required for this position. Do you consider yourself computer literate?

• Yes

• No

  10

  If you have transferable or other skills related to the position that you would like us to consider, and they are not reflected above, please explain here:

  11

  Successful candidates must have the ambulatory ability to drive throughout Deschutes County and to provide face-to-face services in a variety of settings in the community, including hospitals, jails, clinics, client homes, etc. Applicants must also be willing and able to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions. Can you meet these requirements?

• Yes

• No

  12

  Are you able to meet the requirements of the position with or without accommodation?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

Deschutes County Human Resources

Address

1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201Bend, Oregon, 97703

Phone

(541) 388-6553

Website

https://www.deschutes.org/jobs

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