Mental Health Specialist Limited Term

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO PRINT OR SAVE THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR YOUR REFERENCE. IT WILL NOT BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER THE CLOSE DATE. Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: Service Professionalism Integrity Respect Individual accountability Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This position will remain open until filled. Application reviews will occur each week on Wednesdays. The first application review will occur on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date. PAY AND BENEFITS Clackamas County is committed to offering a high-quality benefits package to support employees and their families. Clackamas County is committed to offering a high-quality benefits package to support employees and their families. Mental Health Specialist 2 (licensed): Annual Pay Range: $83,420.32 - $105,530.57 Hourly Pay Range: $40.105921 - $50.735849 Mental Health Specialist 1 (unlicensed): Annual Pay Range: $68,868.87 - $87,447.48 Hourly Pay Range: $33.110035 - $42.042059 Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees. We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire. Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below. Generous paid time off package, including: 12 hours of vacation accrued per month 8 hours of sick accrued per month 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year Other Benefits: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP): Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.) OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage A Choice of Dental Plans Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information) This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association. Employees' Association (EA) Full Time Benefits Learn More About Benefits JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS Clackamas County's Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) is seeking a mental health professional to join our law enforcement team in a limited term duration through August 31, 2024. The limited term duration may be extended contingent upon approved grant funding and department business needs. As the Mental Health Specialist in this role, you will partner with a Deputy Parole/Probation Officer to co-respond in the community to home visits and reports from community or law enforcement involving people experiencing a mental health crisis. Response may also be within the Parole/Probation field services office as needed to assist clients on supervision or those in the local community who may enter our County facilities in crisis. The primary functions and responsibilities of this position will include providing field-based risk assessments, crisis intervention, case management services, consultations, and referrals for the individuals in need. Secondary functions and responsibilities will include outreach and engagement for high-frequency clients struggling with serious mental illness. Mental Health Specialists provide treatment to vulnerable individuals, many of whom may have limited resources. Professionals in these positions should thrive in a setting where they will work independently as well as in a team environment. Since this is a field-based position, the ideal candidate will have a history of working with individuals in a variety of settings (i.e. field, homes, schools, etc.). Other desired skills and experience include: history of working with law enforcement, providing assessment and intervention to people across the lifespan in crisis; incorporating a person-centered, strengths-based recovery approach that includes peers and natural systems of support; a positive and collaborative attitude and approach in working with partners; a belief that every person we serve has the right to define and pursue their own definition of recovery; and a commitment to serving a diverse population while promoting equity, diversity and inclusion. This position will be based out of our Community Corrections facility located on Main Street in Oregon City. This position is currently open for a licensed or unlicensed, Mental Health Specialist. Clackamas County will consider unlicensed candidates with experience and/or a background providing treatment to individuals within the vulnerable population who experience mental health crises. If unlicensed, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or PsyD/PHD licensure is required within 4 years of hire and applicants must still meet QMHP criteria at time of hire. Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills: Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as established by the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) A "Qualified Mental Health Professional" (QMHP) means a Licensed Medical Provider or any other person meeting one or more of the following minimum qualifications as authorized by the Local Mental Health Authority or designee: Bachelor's degree in nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon; Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; Graduate degree in psychology; Graduate degree in social work; Graduate degree in behavioral science field. QMHPs must demonstrate the ability to conduct an assessment, including identifying precipitating events, assessing risk of harm to self and/or others, gathering histories of mental and physical heath, alcohol and other drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts, assessing family, cultural, social and work relationships, and conducting mental status examination, complete a DSM diagnosis. If licensed, must have current licensure as an Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD or PHD). If unlicensed, must have minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the role. Must also receive licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD or PHD) within four (4) years of hire. Must possess and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate. Must successfully pass the credentialing process. Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills: Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) I, II, III Experience working with adults and children with mental health and substance abuse issues Fluent in Spanish/English, both oral and written Experience working collaboratively with law enforcement, community partners, collateral service providers, and co-workers Experience providing assessment, triage, and crisis intervention with individuals who are in mental health crisis Experience assessing risk for suicide and/or danger to self or others Experience utilizing an electronic health record or similar computerized data system Experience working in a community based setting (i.e.: mobile outreach or crisis assessment, in-home counseling, schools, crisis clinics, etc.) Pre-Employment Requirements: Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy. Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check Must pass a comprehensive Sheriff's Office Background prior to employment. The background process involves a complete Statement of Personal History (SPH) for those who are referred to a department interview. Driving is necessary for County business. For position(s) with occasional/incidental driving, incumbents must possess a valid driver's license. Accommodation requests for an acceptable alternative method of transportation will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation. For position(s) with regular driving, incumbent(s) must also possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy . click apply for full job details