Mental Health Specialist 2 (Underfill) Child and Youth

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

Are you passionate about supporting youth and families in living vibrant healthy lives Do you thrive in a positive collaborative and strength-based environment where your work truly makes a difference If so Childrens Behavioral Health in Salem wants to hear from you! Were seeking a Mental Health Therapist to join our dedicated team of professionals committed to improving the well-being of children teens and families in our community.

As a valued member of our team youll provide individual and family therapy rooted in evidence-based and trauma-informed care; conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop collaborative treatment plans; and offer case management and care coordination to ensure families receive the full range of supports they need. This is your opportunity to join a dynamic diverse and mission-driven team dedicated to the Marion County Health & Human Services (MCHHS) vision of creating a safe welcoming community where everyone can access high-quality behavioral health care.

We offer excellent benefits and competitive compensation and supervision toward LPC or LCSW licensure provided by experienced clinicians. This position is full-time working Monday - Friday from 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. with one late day per week working 10 : 00 a.m. - 7 : 00 p.m. Make a lasting impact and join us in helping youth and families thrive.

Wages :

Mental Health Therapist 1 : $29.54 - $39.58 hr.

Mental Health Therapist 2 : $35.83 - $48.00 hr.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Mental Health Therapist 2 :

Provide assessments and treatment of individuals and families including groups; provides crisis assessment and intervention services and related duties as required. Primary responsibility of this class is to provide assessment and treatment services; crisis intervention and treatment services including intensive services to individuals and their families with complex needs and diagnoses and / or to develop and implement specific services in the community.

Mental Health Therapist 1 :

Plans and carries out recreational social and skills training activities; performs case management and counseling functions with consumers and their families; facilitates counseling and / or skills training groups; performs related duties as required. Primary responsibility of this class is case management and counseling without responsibility for developing and implementing specific programs in the community.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Mental Health Therapist 2 and 1 :

Works under the supervision of a supervisor who assigns work establishes goals and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Mental Health Therapist 2 and 1 :

Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.

Typical Duties - Duties include but are not limited to the following

• Provides individual and family therapy to children adolescents and transition age youth in the Salem and surrounding communities.
• Provides intake mental health assessments including screening for alcohol and drug issues.
• Documents services to meet contract administrative rule and billing requirements. Expectation is that employee will strive for 30 hours per week to be scheduled with therapy client support committee work and approved training.
• Provides consultation training and orientation regarding mental health and co-occurring disorders treatment to team members student interns and other professionals.
• Provides case management services to clients. Assists clients and families with accessing community supports / resources including in community settings if indicated. Assists with making referrals for services.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Response Level 2 : In the event of an emergency employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training.

Requirements for the Position

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

PREFERENCES

Preference will be awarded to candidates who are LCSW CSWA or eligible for LCSW. Qualified candidates will be eligible for licensure supervision if hired.

SPECIALREQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of community mental health concepts and / or chemical dependency case management and treatment services; individual assessment treatment planning and treatment protocols; mental health disorders and diagnostic classifications.

Ability to establish positive working relationships with other employees individuals and their families other agencies and the public; prepare concise and complete clinical documentation related to individual treatment and progress in services in a timely and professional manner; work within a team and collaborate with team members; knowledge of and ability to act professionally with regard to a code of ethics and confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sits; stands; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs; operates a keyboard; lifts pushes pulls and carries up to 5 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 5 lbs.; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a normal speech level; works in areas that may be exposed to heat cold and noise.

Additional Information and / or Attachments

We offer tuition assistance for employees interested in professional development.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OAR and . Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR

A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail Human Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Facilities Management,Copy Editing,Cloud Services,Electronics,Interpretation,Accident Investigation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 29 - 48