Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range: $37.86 - $46.58 Hourly Department: Health Department Job Type: Limited Duration Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): June 19, 2024 The Opportunity: The Opportunity: Additional Compensation: Jail Side Premium: Mental Health Consultants also receive a Jail Side 10% Hourly Premium. THIS WORK MATTERS! This is a Limited Duration Assignment (LDA), which means this position can last up to two years, but may end at any time. At Corrections Health, we provide medically needed health care to adults and youth in custody at Multnomah County Jails and Juvenile Detention Facility. Come join our team of Portland's most outstanding health care professionals providing exceptional services to our diverse community! The Mental Health Consultant LDA (MHC LDA) provides direct services of assessment, crisis intervention, counseling and case management for the mentally ill client population in jail. Indirect services include case consultation, group facilitation, education, research and selected assigned administrative and patient care duties. You will create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment. Come join us in doing work that matters! Depending upon assignment, you will be performing some or all of the following duties, which are a representative sample of the level of work appropriate to these positions: Provide direct services of assessment, crisis intervention, counseling, case management, and discharge planning for the mentally ill client population in jail. Provide indirect services including case consultation, group facilitation, education, research and selected assigned administrative and patient care duties. Receive clients on a referred, emergent or follow-up basis; responsible for initial psychiatric/psychological workup; at the time of client visit; formulates definitive assessment and treatment plan, utilizing DSM 5 diagnostic criteria. Provide direct patient care crisis intervention, counseling and client education, including how to access community resources. Ability to use electronic medical records; accurately document client's care through the use of SOAP charting. Ability to manage a large caseload, and to interface with provider and support staff. Use appropriate skills to defuse potentially violent or aggressive situations. Participate actively in the Mental Health Team, consulting with providers, nurses, and monitoring client response to treatment; and in court process, when subpoenaed, to explain client's mental health status. Work closely with Correction Deputies and Juvenile Custody Support Specialists in their day-to-day dealings with mentally ill clients. TO QUALIFY: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below. All non-traditional education, training and experience will be evaluated. Education/Certification: Must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional - (QMHP -C) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) - more information can be found at MHACBO website. QMHP - C within 30 days of hire, current QMHP - C, and/or licensed Board of Oregon (LPC, LCSW, PhD,etc) Graduate degree in psychology; Graduate degree in social work; Graduate degree in a behavioral science field; Whose education and experience demonstrate the competency to identify precipitating events; gather histories of mental and physical disabilities, alcohol and drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts; assess family, social and work relationships; conduct a mental status examination; document a multiaxial DSM diagnosis; write and supervise an individual plan of care; conduct a mental health assessment and provide individual, family or group therapy within the scope of their training. Current CPR/BLS certification (Valid certification upon hire) May require a valid drivers’ license. Other: The position requires a background investigation which may include being fingerprinted. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation. The employee holding the position is designated as an Essential Employee under Multnomah County Personnel Rule 3-15-015, Essential Employees. Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills. Experience working in a clinical setting Experience as a case manager or transition planner Experience in a corrections setting Licenses/Certificates: Professional licensure or certification (e.g. Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Certified Involuntary Commitment Investigator). Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling is highly desirable. (CADC III preferred) *Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. REQUIRED: The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application. 1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND 2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following: Demonstrate your experience working with diverse vulnerable populations; and How you meet the qualifications for this position; and Why you are interested in the position; and 3. Attach a copy of your Graduate Transcripts, QMHP Certification through MHACBO or Oregon Licensure (Required) Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: Initial review of minimum qualifications Resume and Cover Letter Review Phone screen Consideration of top candidates Background, reference Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Type of Position: This position is eligible for overtime. Type: Represented FLSA: Non-Exempt Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions? Recruiter: Amanda Armstrong Email: amanda.armstrong@multco.us Phone: 1 (971) 5001688 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. 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