Behavioral Health Specialist II, Crisis Team Part-time, Night shift

Behavioral Health Specialist II, Crisis Team (Part-time, Night shift)

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Salary

$3,524. 68 - $4,959. 59 Monthly

Location

Bend, OR

Job Type

Regular, part time, pro-rated benefits

Job Number

2024-00002

Department

Health Services

Opening Date

01/03/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

Description

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Summary

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. (/vimeo. com/683937354/cce8815902)

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 1,100 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 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 newly established Deschutes County Stabilization Center (DCSC). This position will perform civil commitment evaluations for involuntary hospitalization and will work non-traditional hours including evening hours.

This position is a night shift position and typical working hours include Saturday and Sunday night from 7:00pm to 7:30am. Will be required to work some holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Apply theory in behavioral health and addictions diagnosis.

Plan and implement intervention programs.

Handle crisis situations.

Work effectively both independently and in a team setting.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, clients and their families, other agencies and the public at all times.

Collaborate with team members.

Act professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.

What You Will Bring:

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.

Skill in:

Well-developed human relations skills with an appreciable interpersonal sensitivity and awareness of client situations and values.

Interviewing and counseling skills.

Writing skills to prepare clear and concise reports.
• This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

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Compensation

$3,524. 68 to $4,723. 41 per month for a 104 hour work month (24 hours per week), plus a 10% shift differential for night shift.

$3,700. 92 to $4,959. 59 per month for a 104 hour work month (24 hours per week) 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), plus a 10% shift differential for night shift .

Excellent County pro-rated benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

BENEFITS:

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE (/ deschutes. org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human_resources/page/682/2024_deschutes_county_benefits_guide_-_final. pdf) for full benefit details.

This recruitment is open until filled.

Minimum Qualifications

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 are registration/certification requirements under the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) that apply to Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP) hired by Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS). This only applies to QMHPs who do not possess current licensure or are currently pursuing licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC. Please see website for information on these requirements:/mhacbo. org/en/.

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 fees will be paid by DCHS, if the candidate selected for the position meets the criteria for registration/certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current licensure without restriction.