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Behavioral Health Specialist II (On Call)

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Salary

$33. 89 - $47. 69 Hourly

Location

Bend, OR

Job Type

Hourly, no benefits

Job Number

2023-00196

Department

Health Services

Opening Date

09/08/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

Description

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Summary

This posting will be used to establish a pool of candidates for on call openings at the Stabilization Center.

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 1,200 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).

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 is key.

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.

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:

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.
• 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

$33. 8912 to $45. 4174 per hour.

$35. 5858 to $47. 6884 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).

There are no County benefits with this position.

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 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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.

Necessary Special Requirements

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.

NOTE:Per OAR *** to *** (/ oregon. gov/DHS/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/crim-.

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