Mental Health Therapist 2 (Underfill MHT1) - Aid & Assist Clinician
Company: Marion County
Location: Salem
Posted on: September 18, 2023
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Job Description:
This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants and
will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for
recruitment #554-2023-12, -, you do not need to reapply. New
applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as
possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further
notice.
We are looking for experienced Clinicians to work with the Aid &
Assist program. These positions work closely with the District
Attorney's Office, Marion County Correctional Facility, Oregon
State Hospital and the 370 Docket to monitor Marion County
residents who find themselves with charges but may be unable to aid
and assist in their own defense. -These positions are part of the
Marion County Health & Human Services Criminal Justice Diversion
program and take part in a collaborative team environment that
includes members of law enforcement, the courts and the 24/7 crisis
center. Flexibility between a 5 day/8-hour day and a 4 day/ 10-hour
schedule is negotiable depending on program needs. -
Wages:Mental Health Specialist 1: -$25.02 - $33.51 -hr
Mental Health Specialist 2: -$30.33 - $40.69 -hr
MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST 1 DESCRIPTION:
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
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
Works under supervision of a supervisor who assigns work,
establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall
effectiveness.SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this
classification.
MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST -2 DESCRIPTION:GENERAL STATEMENT OF
DUTIES
Provides independent functional assessment and treatment of
clients; provides crisis intervention services; assists in the
development and implementation of behavioral health services to the
community, including treatment groups; performs related duties as
required. -Primary responsibility of this class is to provide
crisis intervention, case management, and treatment services,
including intensive services, to consumers and their families
and/or to develop and implement specific services in the
community.SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of a supervisor who assigns work,
establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall
effectiveness.SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Primary supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of
positions in this classification. May act as a Clinical Supervisor
designee when needed. -May assist in the supervision of practicum
students and/or volunteers. Typical Duties - Duties include, but
are not limited to the following Counseling to Crisis Clients:
-Provide counseling by telephone or in-person to individuals in
crisis and/or their families or concerned others. -Intervene with
both children and adults presenting problems covering the full
range of personal needs and include thoughts/plans or violence
toward others, and major psychiatric illness. -Because of the wide
spectrum of presenting problems, it is necessary to have a
comprehensive knowledge of psychopathology and to be able to draw
upon a wide range of therapeutic strategies in counseling.
Assessment and Tx plan development: - Perform assessment of mental
status, diagnosis, level of functioning, dangerousness, and
specific needs for services. Create a transitional treatment plan
upon return to jail from OSH for community treatment needs.
-Provide full assessment and treatment plan for transition to other
community providers as needed.
-Maintain contact with Oregon State Hospital (OSH) Liaison to
assist with discharge planning and developing community linkages
for persons deemed unfit to proceed and receiving treatment at OSH.
-Develop treatment alternatives to OSH for this caseload. -Evaluate
appropriateness for community diversion and conduct risks
assessments as necessary. -Provide education and training to enable
individuals to reach standard for fit to proceed. -Collaborate with
OSH liaison to establish financial resources and entitlements for
discharge to the community and to assure completion of referral
information for community placement.
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Develop diversion plans with provider community. Develop and
maintain relationships with community treatment providers. -Work
collaboratively within MCHHS and county residential system to
develop placements. -Interface with jail and hospital staff in
those facilities. -Monitor resources to assure they are developed
and maintained in the community for the success of the client. May
transport clients to appointments as needed. Arrange intake
appointment at community provider. -
Provide BRES intake assessments and coordinate case management
needs with the BRES QMHP and Diversion QMHA.
Other job duties as assigned by your 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
PreferencePoints will be awarded to candidates who are LCSW, CSWA
or eligible for LCSW. Qualified candidates will be eligible for
licensure supervision if hired.SPECIAL -REQUIREMENTSMust be either
1) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional
Counselors, 2) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Social
Workers or 3) credentialed or registered through the Mental Health
and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) as a Qualified
Mental Health Professional (QMHP) within the first 30 days of
employment. -Salem Hospital Credentialing: -Must possess, or obtain
within 6 months of hire, Salem Hospital Privileges.The finalist for
this position will be required to pass a criminal history
background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of
a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this
position.This position may be subject to the following: -Must not
be excluded 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).Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's
state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County
will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified
applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the
driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure
for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:
-http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.The finalist for this position
will be required to pass a criminal history background check,
including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not
necessarily disqualify an individual for this position. -This is a
safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected
for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug
screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and
Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at:
http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.A
wage enhancement of $1.00 will be added to the hourly wage as
compensation for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM. -This
assignment is represented by a union.This is a full-time position,
which is eligible for overtime.Typical Work Schedule: Will consider
a 5day/8hour or 4day/10hour shift options. with flexibility
depending upon the needs of the department and program.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
Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; sits;
stands; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs;
operates a keyboard; lifts up to 15 lbs.; pushes, pulls, carries
items and moves carts weighing up to 15 lbs.; speaks with a clear
and audible voice; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a whispered speech
level; may work in areas exposed to dust, second hand smoke
(outreach), noise, vibration or chemicals; may work in areas that
are wet. Additional Information and/or Attachments Your well-being
is important to us and we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
For those relocating from outside of Oregon, we provide the
following relocation package:
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