Bilingual Mental Health Specialist (Community Support Team)

Job Posted 12/19/2024
Clackamas County, OR
Oregon City, OR 97045
United States
Category Healthcare
Full-Time
Job Description
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. The first application review will be Monday, December 16, 2024 and applications will be reviewed weekly thereafter. Please note: We reserve the right to close this recruitment at any time on or after that date. PAY AND BENEFITS 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 Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire. 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 Longevity pay 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 Health Centers - Behavioral Health Clinics is seeking a motivated and adaptable mental health and substance abuse clinician to join the Community Support Team as a Bilingual Mental Health Specialist. The clinician in this position should be licensed or eligible to obtain licensure. This position will join a team of clinicians in our new remodeled Milwaukie, Oregon location. As a Bilingual Mental Health Specialist, you will provide a variety of professional counseling and program services to individuals and their families receiving mental health services. The Mental Health Specialist participates as an effective member on a diagnostic team of mental health professionals conducting evaluations, service/treatment planning, and placement for clients with severe and persistent MH diagnoses, some of whom also have SUD diagnoses. The Mental Health Specialist will participate in one or more agency programs to provide services. Services will include, but are not limited to, individual and group therapy, monitor clients progress during treatment and track treatment progress, develop and implement service plans for appropriate treatment, and work closely with agency providers to plan appropriate client care. We believe engagement and participation in mental health treatment provides positive outcomes in the lives of each person, their chosen family, and the community in which they reside. The mental health specialists providing services to the community are responsible for the highest quality of care and should be diverse in their treatment skills. Successful applicants will be able to provide culturally inclusive treatment modalities, have an anti-racist lens, will have completed some personal reflection and growth in their own equity journey, have a strong commitment to providing equitable services to the community, foster an open and productive environment, and demonstrating sensitivity to, and respect for, the diverse populations we serve. Mental Health Specialists provide outpatient 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 and have a strong commitment to providing equitable services to the community. This position is currently open for a licensed, Mental Health Specialist 2. Clackamas County will consider unlicensed candidates who have a background providing mental health treatment to individuals in a health clinic or relatable environment serving the vulnerable population. However, licensure is required within 3 years of hire for applicants who are unlicensed, and they must still meet QMHP criteria (outlined below). Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills: Registered as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as established by the State of Oregon 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: Graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or other behavioral science field If licensed, must be credentialed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PHD) AND a minimum of two (2) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position. If unlicensed, must have minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the role AND 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/PHD) within three (3) years of hire. Fluency in Spanish/English (bilingual skills to be validated/tested at time of interview and/or selection) Experience, knowledge and commitment to serving a diverse population and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion Must possess and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate Must successfully pass the credentialing process Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills: Current Licensure (LCSW, CSWA, LPC, or LMFT) Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) I, II, III Experience working with Evidence Based Treatment Practices Experience working with adults with severe and persistent MH diagnoses and substance use issues Experience facilitating therapy groups for adults Experience performing collaborative documentation/charting with clients 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 Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position. TYPICAL TASKS Provides individual, group and other therapeutic interventions to clients and significant family members or caregivers in accordance with the service plan to meet the treatment needs of the clients. Monitors client progress during treatment. Writes treatment progress notes and maintains electronic case records in accordance with OARs and agency policies and procedures; completes program related assignments as required. Develops and implements service plans, determines appropriate treatment, skills training . click apply for full job details
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