What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist II, Crisis Team - On Call position at Deschutes County Human Resources?
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 click HERE.
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:
The Behavioral Health Specialist II (on call) on the Crisis Team provides phone and face-to-face crisis screenings and referrals involving a variety of situations, including high-risk children and adults needing hospital, residential or respite care. Clinicians may perform a variety of treatment services for both voluntary and involuntary clients including, but not limited to, comprehensive assessments, case management consultation, and crisis intervention. Services are provided at the Deschutes County Stabilization Center (DCSC) as well as in the community as part of our Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT).
This is an on-call position. Our clinic is open 24 hours/7 days a week. The majority of available shifts will be evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Successful applicants will be available to work non-traditional hours. Advanced notice for shift schedules is provided whenever possible, however there is also a need to fill shifts with little or no notice. Flexibility and responsiveness are essential. This position requires an average commitment of 3 shifts per month. During the first month of employment, new hires must be available to work additional shifts to complete onboarding and mandatory training.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide crisis assessments and services to individuals and families in our community.
- Manage clinical care of individuals admitted to respite unit.
- Coordinate care with community partners for those we serve in crisis services.
- Coordinate within crisis team to provide seamless care at a 24-hour facility.
Knowledge of or experience with:
- Community behavioral health and addictions concepts.
- Client assessment and case management.
- Treatment services, planning and protocols.
- Behavioral health disorders and diagnostic classifications.
- Psychological, sociological and psychiatric theories.
- Human relations skills with an appreciable interpersonal sensitivity and awareness of client situations and values.
- Collaboration with team members.
- Interviewing and counseling skills.
- Preparing documentation related to client treatment, progress and services in a timely and professional manner.
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$40.1010 to $53.7390 per hour.
$42.5814 to $57.0632 per hour for those possessing 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).
Attention all candidates: please make sure your application includes all job history, education, training, certifications, licenses, and other relevant experience, as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range in accordance with Oregon Pay Equity. Resumes will not be reviewed.
There are no County benefits with this position. This position is available immediately.
- 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 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.
Behavioral Health Specialist II, Licensed:
- Candidates must not be excluded (or Opt-out) from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
- All clinicians providing Mental Health services must be eligible to be enrolled in Oregon Medicaid as a MH Provider within the first 30 days for hire.
- 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).
- Previous experience providing crisis intervention.
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.
NOTE: Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 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 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.This position requires possession of or the ability to obtain a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification within 90 days of hire date. Must be approved by the designated Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) through a fingerprint-based national and state criminal background check for access to Criminal Justice Information (CJI). Must complete the appropriate level of CJIS Security Awareness Training. For additional information regarding this clearance, please click HERE.
Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.Salary : $40 - $57