Job: Full time Mental Health Therapist (LPC)
Company: Marion County
Location: Salem
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Did you just finish your master's degree Are you just starting
your career as a mental health counselor or social worker If so, we
have an exciting opportunity for you get excellent training,
valuable experience, increase your clinical skills, and receive
free licensure supervision! Marion County Adult Behavioral Health
hiring four mental health therapists for their expanding Assertive
Community Treatment (ACT) team. In this position, you would provide
mental health therapy to individuals diagnosed with serious and
persistent mental illnesses (SPMI). You would get to work closely
with other providers on the adult outpatient team, including other
therapists, skills trainers, case managers, peer support
specialists, prescribers, and supported employment and education
specialists. An ideal candidate would have great communication
skills, be flexible, enjoy a challenge, and have creative
problem-solving skills. An ideal candidate would appreciate
diversity in their workday, enjoy being out and about in the
community, believe that recovery is possible, and love working
closely with a team! We offer great benefits, superb training, and
provide LPC and LCSW licensure supervision. We offer the following
recruitment bonus, prorated based on FTE: $2,000 bonus for
employees new to Marion County starting on January 1, 2024, through
June 30, 2025. Bonus will be included in employee's first
paycheck.For those relocating from outside of Oregon, we provide
the following relocation package:Up to $3,000 reimbursement of
moving expensesRelocation bonus in the amount of $3,000 (prorated
based on FTE) as a one-time payment upon proof of Oregon residency.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Provide assessments and treatment of
individuals and families, including groups; provide crisis
assessment and intervention services and related duties as
required. The 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 or to develop
and implement specific services in the community. SUPERVISION
RECEIVED Work under a supervisor who assigns work establishes
goals, and reviews the results for overall effectiveness.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED Primary supervision of employees is not a
responsibility of this classification; however, positions may act
as lead workers as defined in the Marion County Personnel Rules.
Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the
following Provide behavioral health services to individuals with
serious and persistent mental health conditions and co-occurring
substance use disorders who are enrolled in Assertive Community
Treatment (ACT), with the majority of services provided in the
community (i.e., individual's homes, hospitals, jails, licensed
care, shelters, etc). Services include: Provide intake and annual
comprehensive mental health assessments, including assessing mental
health and/or behavioral symptoms using a variety of standard
assessment tools, individual functional skills, determining
treatment needs, developing individualized treatment plans,
directing provision of treatment services, and complete other
related required paperwork per Office of Mental Health and
Addiction Services Oregon Administrative Rules.Provide individual
and group therapy services to individuals using a variety of
evidence-based practices as clinically indicated, which may include
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
(DBT), Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality
(CAMS), Collaborative Problem-Solving (CPI), and Motivational
Interviewing. Provide case management to include determining
individual service needs, eligibility, and appropriateness of
services; making referrals and coordinating with other agencies to
obtain services and resources for individuals; and advocacy and
brokerage on behalf of client to access community resources,
benefits, and entitlements. Provide crisis assessment and specific
intervention services, which may include development of
safety/crisis plans and suicide and self-harm risk assessments with
supervisor oversight. Provide consultation to family members and
other responsible parties involved in individuals' care and
well-being. Work on development of individuals' natural
supports.May provide skills training focused on daily living and
community integration. Employee must be able to drive county
vehicles. Participate in after-hours on call rotation to provide
coverage to support to individuals in crisis and to provide
consultation and coordination with other agencies and
providers.Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in
accordance with Federal, State, County, and treatment program
requirements under the direction of the clinical supervisor. Meet
performance expectations for time and billing standards.Participate
fully as a member of the Marion County Assertive Community
Treatment (ACT) team as a supportive, reliable, positive,
collaborative, and professional team member during the development
of individual treatment planning, daily clinical team meetings, and
client crisis intervention. Work with a team of clinicians and
supervisor for clinical supervision, treatment planning, staff and
departmental meetings, and trainings.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 Master's
degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy, music
therapy, art therapy or a behavioral science field; ORBachelor's
degree in nursing, or occupational therapy and licensed by the
State of Oregon; ANDOne year of postgraduate degree experience in
the behavioral health field. PreferencePreference points will be
awarded to candidates who are LCSW, CSWA or eligible for LCSW.
Qualified candidates will be eligible for licensure supervision if
hired.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must 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: 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: assignment is represented by a union.This
is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.Typical
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 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 ACT is a
multi-disciplinary treatment team that provides intensive, highly
integrated, and community-based treatment services to individuals
with serious mental illnesses and co-occurring disorders. Services
are designed to be provided in the most integrated setting possible
to maximize independence, community integration, and recovery. The
ACT team takes treatment services to individuals wherever they
might be their homes, shelters, sidewalks, etc. To learn more about
ACT, you can visit this website: OCEACT - Oregon Center of
Excellence for Assertive Community Treatment Here's what some the
ACT team members had to say: "Being on the ACT team is unlike
anything else I've ever done. We meet people in some of the lowest
points of their lives and empower them to build back a fulfilling
existence. The work is rarely easy, but our team is incredible. I
love how the ACT model has us all work closely together and focus
our various skills for the benefit of an often-ignored population."
- Matt "It is meaningful to me to be a part of the team that
creates continuity and to increase positive outcomes with members
of the community with more obstacles than resources. They KNOW ACT
will be there for them, no matter what, no matter when." - Sarah "I
enjoy working for the Marion County ACT Team because I enjoy
supporting people with my lived experience and I enjoy supporting
people to discover recovery and to realize their potential." -
Jason "It is never boring, there is plenty of variety and you must
be content with small victories. You do develop a close bond with
individuals, the caseload is small and practical tasks that set
people up for wellness and finding hope." - Marlene We offer the
following retention bonus, prorated based on FTE:$3,000 bonus after
six months of continuous employment$3,000 bonus after twelve months
of continuous employmentWe offer tuition assistance for employees
interested in professional development towards a profession in
behavioral health.Up to $20,000 to reimburse for tuition, licensure
and/or other educational expenditures. According to the Marion
County Administrative policies regarding tuition payments. The
policy can be found at: Marion County Tuition Payment Policy 303
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular
employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week
and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time
regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled
work week are not eligible for benefits. Most regular positions in
this classification are represented by Marion County Employees
Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, click here. For a
complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click
here, and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County
Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and
temporary employees are represented by MCEA. Salary and benefits
are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a
result.PandoLogic. Category: Healthcare, Keywords: Mental Health
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