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This position is eligible for sign-on compensation of $4,500!
Mental Health Specialist 1: $26.45 - $35.31/Hourly
Mental Health Specialist 2: $31.39 - $41.95/Hourly
About the Position
Lane County Behavioral Health is looking for a skilled Mental Health Clinician to join our Aid and Assist Team serving adults with severe and persistent mental illness and who are engaged in the process to determine fitness to participate in their own defense. This is a position for someone who is interested in systems level engagement along with client care.
The ideal candidate is interested in being a part of a multidisciplinary team which includes behavioral health staff who interface frequently with Oregon State Hospital staff, municipal and circuit court staff, psychiatrists and law enforcement personnel. They will provide screening and assessment primarily in the community and in adult correction facilities for individuals whose fitness to participate in their own defense is in question. This person will utilize evidence-based treatments and supports while being responsible for monitoring the participation of individuals in community based restoration. This position will serve as a liaison between the community, contracted housing organizations, the Oregon State Hospital and the criminal justice system. They will also contribute to community mental health clinic development and continuous improvement efforts.
Lane County Behavioral Health is looking for dedicated individuals who are focused on solutions, with a passion to serve and who are driven to connect. This position does require QMHP certification. Where as this position requires significant in-person work, telework is available for permanent employees.
About the Division
Lane County Behavioral Health provides services to more than 1,600 individuals with behavioral health conditions. We work with community partners to provide a continuum of care from prevention through treatment and aftercare in an environment that promotes a culture of resilience and recovery.
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm
*This is an AFSCME represented position
Mental Health Specialist 1 Training & Experience:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a mental health field, psychology, counseling, social work or a related field.
One year of some experience working directly with mentally or emotionally disturbed clients in the provision of behavioral health services is highly desirable.
Mental Health Specialist 2 Training & Experience:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a mental health field, psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field.
Two years of responsible professional mental health experience, including one year of experience specific to the program or area of assignment.
Special Requirements:
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License or QMHP Certification
NPI
Diploma
CV or Resume
For MHS1 - QMHP Certification or enrolled as Clinical Social Work Associate, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
For MHS2 - Oregon Health Licensure required: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.
Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
Please note that as part of the screening process Lane County will verify license and certification status.
Full Time
$59k-73k (estimate)
06/11/2024
06/24/2024
lanecounty.org
EUGENE, OR
1,000 - 3,000
1851
Private
LIANE RICHARDSON
$200M - $500M
Public Administration