ACT Mental Health Therapist – Marion County

May 10, 2023 | Program Recruitments

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 Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
Attention masters-level mental health counselors, therapists, social workers, and QMHPs!
Are you interested in fostering hope, inspiring people to engage in their recovery journey, and supporting people to live their best lives? If so, we have the job for you! Marion County Adult Behavioral Health is hiring four mental health therapists for their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team.

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

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, provide LPC and LCSW licensure supervision, and are a qualifying site for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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 (Download PDF reader).

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). Services are delivered according to ACT’s National Program Standards, fidelity standards, and OARs, including using a person-centered and recovery-oriented approach.

Assessments & Treatment Planning 

  • 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, developing crisis prevention plans, and directing provision of treatment services.

Therapy 

  • Provide individual and group therapy to individuals using a variety of evidence-based practices as clinically indicated, which may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), Collaborative Problem-Solving (CPI), and Motivational Interviewing.
  • Works independently to provide crisis assessment and specific intervention services, including development of safety/crisis plans and suicide and self-harm risk assessments.

Case Management & Consultation 

  • Determine individual service needs, eligibility, and appropriateness of services.
  • Provide case management to include 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.
  • Provides individual case specific consultation to other providers and community partners, which may include recommendations for risk reduction.
  • Work on development of individuals’ natural supports.

Documentation 

  • 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.

ACT Fidelity

  • 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.
  • Follow ACT’s National Standards, fidelity scale, and OARs.
  • At least 75% of services are provided in the community, including individual’s homes, hospitals, jails, licensed care, shelters, etc).
  • Participate in after-hours on call rotation to provide coverage to support to individuals in crisis and  provide consultation and coordination with other agencies and providers. Hours of work may include weekends.

Misc.

  • Work with a team of clinicians and supervisor for clinical supervision, treatment planning, staff and departmental meetings, and trainings.
  • May provide mental health and/or substance use disorders education and training to other staff.
  • May represent the agency on internal or external committees as requested by the supervisor.
  • Other job duties as assigned by your supervisor. 

A Mental Health Specialist 2 may have a higher caseload and/or more complex cases than a Mental Health Specialist 1. 

Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

  1. Master’s degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy, music therapy, art therapy or a behavioral science field; OR
  2. Bachelor’s degree in nursing, or occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; AND
  3. One year of postgraduate degree experience in the behavioral health field.

PREFERENCES

  • Candidates with post-master degree experience for positions within the Health and Human Services Department.

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.
  • The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; 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.
  • 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/.
  • Must have a First Aid and CPR certificate and Bloodborne Pathogens training within 30 days of hire date.
  • This assignment is represented by a union.
  • This is a full-time relief position, which is eligible for overtime.
  • Typical Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 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, pushes, pulls and moves carts weighing up to 20 lbs.; carries items weighing up to 10 lbs.; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a normal speech level; may work in areas exposed to heat, cold, humidity, dust or household cleaning chemicals such as bleach, etc. 

Additional Information and/or Attachments
 

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

Apply today to be part of this talented, dedicated, and dynamic team! 

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:

  • Up to $3,000 reimbursement of moving expenses
  • Relocation bonus in the amount of $3,000 (prorated based on FTE) as a one-time payment upon proof of Oregon residency.

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 employment

We offer tuition assistance for employees interested in professional development towards a profession in behavioral health.

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 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  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

  • One of the following:
    • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
    • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
    • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
  • In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
    • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
    • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

APPLY HERE:

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ACT Peer Support Specialist – Marion County

May 10, 2023 | Program Recruitments

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 Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
Do you enjoy working with individuals to promote mental health recovery and wellness?

Marion County Adult Behavioral Health is hiring a Peer Support Specialist for their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team.  ACT is a multi-disciplinary treatment team that provides intensive, highly integrated, and community-based treatment services to individuals who are diagnosed with serious mental illnesses, many of whom have co-occurring substance use disorders.  ACT aims to maximize individuals’ independence, encourage community integration, and promote mental health and addictions recovery.  ACT provides services to individuals wherever they might be: their homes, shelters, sidewalks, etc.  To learn more about ACT, you can visit this website: OCEAT Oregon Center of Excellence for Assertive Community Treatment (oceact.org)

An ACT Peer Support Specialist is someone who has a mental health diagnosis for which they have received treatment, has similar lived experience as ACT participants, and uses their lived experience to support individuals’ recovery.

Marion County offers great benefits, excellent training, and is a qualifying site for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
The Peer Support Specialist provides support, encouragement, and assistance to mental health consumers. The specialist will promote those activities that foster recovery and empowerment by sharing their personal experiences when appropriate, modeling self-help and wellness activities. A consumer advocate who facilitates and connects individuals to services and activities. As a member of the treatment team the incumbent provides expertise, experience, and consultation to the team to promote a culture in which each individual’s point of view and preferences are recognized, respected, and integrated into treatment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the close supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this class.

 

Typical Duties – Duties include, but are not limited to the following
Provide support, encouragement, and assistance to mental health consumers enrolled in Marion County Adult Behavioral Health (ABH)-Assertive Community Treatment Team, with the majority of services provided in the community (i.e., individual’s homes, hospitals, jails, licensed care, shelters, etc.). Services include:

Coaching and Consultation to participate to promote recovery and self-direction.

  • Working with participants one on one on the goal development progress.  Provide outreach to engage participants and assist them in overcoming barriers to participating in services.
  • Offer support to develop personal recovery and wellness goals, explore self-help strategies, review dimensions of wellness, engage in wellness strategies, act as a peer advocate.  Providing skills training in daily living skills or other areas as indicated by the participant.
  • Promote activities that foster recovery and empowerment by sharing personal experiences when appropriate, modeling self-help and wellness activities.

Facilitating wellness management and Recovery Strategies

  • Facilitate and connect individuals to services and activities with a focus on building self-efficacy.
  • Assist to link with peer and community resources to build natural support.
  • Promote skills building activities in the local community to support personal wellness and ongoing recovery.
  • Provide supportive navigation, information, and coaching during acquiring services related to medical, social, educational, transportation, housing, education, employment, and other applicable services.

Modeling skills for and providing consultation to fellow ACT Team members.

  • Provide expertise, experience, and consultation to the team to promote a culture where individual points of view are recognized, respected, and integrated into treatment.
  • Provide cross training to other ACT Team members in recovery principles and strategies.

Documentation

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical records 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.

Miscellaneous

  • Participate fully as a member of the Marion County ABH-ACT team as a supportive, reliable, positive, collaborative, and professional team member during the development of individual treatment planning, team meetings, and crisis intervention.
  • Work with a team and supervisor for clinical supervision, treatment planning, staff and departmental meetings, and training.
  • Other 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
As defined by OAR 309-019-0105 (81) “Peer Support Specialist” means an individual providing peer delivered services to an individual or family member with similar life experience under the supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor and a qualified peer delivered services supervisor as resources are made available.

  1. A self-identified person currently or formerly receiving mental health services; OR,
  2. A self-identified person in recovery from an addiction disorder, who meets the abstinence requirements for recovering staff in alcohol and drug treatment programs; OR
  3. A self-identified individual in recovery from problem gambling; OR
  4. The family member of an individual currently or formerly receiving addictions or mental health services.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants will be asked to discuss recovering experiences during the interview process.
  • Must successfully complete a Mental Health approved peer support training program within six (6) months of hire.
  • 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/.
  • 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).
  • The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; 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.
  • This position is represented by a union.
  • 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: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: approaches to support others in recovery and resiliency and demonstrates efforts at self-directed recovery; community resources and how to connect individuals to those resources.

Ability to: understand and carry out directions and instructions; maintain confidentiality; interest and skill in providing services to adult consumers; speak, read and write English; provide documentation consistent with department standards for quality and timeliness, willingness to work hours conducive to reaching the identified population; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with consumers, coworkers, and other agencies; asked to discuss recovering experiences during interview process.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; reaches overhead; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts, pushes, pulls, moves carts and carries items weighing up to 5 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a normal speech level; on rare occasion, may work in client homes or other areas exposed to dust or second-hand smoke; may work in uneven areas.

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 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  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

  • One of the following:
    • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
    • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
    • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
  • In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
    • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
    • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

APPLY HERE:

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ACT Mental Health Case Manager – Marion County

May 10, 2023 | Program Recruitments

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 Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
Do you enjoy connecting individuals with resources, and coaching them on their wellness journey? Are you interested in thinking creatively and collaborating to work through complex problems to improve someone’s quality of life? If you look forward to each day being an opportunity to learn, advocate and empower those around you to take that next step, we have the perfect job for you!

Marion County Adult Behavioral Health is hiring a mental health case managers/skills trainer for their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team.

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

An ideal candidate would appreciate diversity in their workday, enjoy connecting and coordinating in the community, champion SAMHSA’s recovery model, and love working closely with a team! We offer great benefits, superb training, and are a qualifying site for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Provides individual and group recreational, social and skills training services under a professionally developed service plan; keeps records of persons served status; performs service plan directed case management functions under close supervision; performs related duties as required.  Primary responsibility of this class is to assist and support other mental health professionals, without primary responsibility for a caseload.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under close 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.

 

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 are delivered according to ACT’s National Program Standards, fidelity standards, and OARs, including using a person-centered, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach. Services include:

Skills Training 

  • Provide social and skills training in accordance with the individualized service plan.
  • Skill training areas include: activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IALDs), such as hygiene, medication management, grocery shopping, cooking, obtaining benefits, scheduling appointments, transportation, development of individuals’ natural supports, community integration, etc.
  • Skills training is provided in both individual and group formats. Facilitate and/or co-facilitate skills training groups.
  • Transport individuals to necessary grocery shopping & other necessary things.
  • Work on the development of individuals’ natural supports and community integration.

Case Management 

  • Provide treatment plan directed case management to assist individuals in accessing community services, supports, and housing. Case management include making referrals and coordinating with other agencies to obtain services and resources for individuals; advocacy and brokerage on behalf of client to access community resources, benefits, and entitlements; and monitoring services.
  • Participate in intra-agency and interagency case staffing’s for purposes of evaluation and treatment planning for individuals.

ACT Fidelity

  • 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.
  • Follow ACT’s National Standards, fidelity criterion, and OARs.
  • At least 75% of services are provided in the community, including individual’s homes, hospitals, jails, licensed care, shelters, etc.).
  • Provide community outreach.
  • Participate in after-hours on call rotation to provide coverage to support to individuals in crisis and provide coordination with other agencies and providers.

Documentation 

  • 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.

Misc.

  • Work with a team of clinicians and supervisor for clinical supervision, treatment planning, staff and departmental meetings, and trainings.
  • Employee must be able to drive county vehicles.
  • Hours of work may include weekends.
  • 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

  1. Three years relevant work experience in a behavioral health services field; OR 
  2. Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science field; OR 
  3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must possess a current Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) Qualified Mental Health Associate certification (QMHA) or register within ninety (90) days of hire, and complete in accordance with MHACBO guidelines. See MHACBO website for requirements.
  • 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; 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.
  • Marion County is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  • This assignment is represented by a union.
  • This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
  • Typical Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday 8:00 am. – 5:00 p.m., with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program. Schedule may change in the future to Tuesday-Saturday OR Sunday-Thursday.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of the general concepts of mental health (including common symptoms for major behavioral health conditions) and chemical dependency as well as community resources; de-escalation, crisis intervention, and engagement strategies; strengths-based resiliency and recovery models; definitions of basic- and community-living skills; measurable goals/outcomes of mental health recovery, substance use disorders recovery, and co-occurring disorders recovery; evidence-based strategies for skills training and improving overall health; daily living activities that promote health and wellness.
Ability to demonstrate active listening skills and interviewing techniques; establish effective working relationships with diverse individuals and foster shared decision-making with behavioral health consumers, family members, and providers; clearly convey information about behavioral and general health; exercise cultural and trauma-informed competency when linking to resources; follow directions and accept feedback in a professional manner; prepare reports and document services provided to persons served in a timely and professional manner with clarity, conciseness, and completeness; work within an interdisciplinary team; practice appropriate boundaries with consumers; recognize unsafe situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; must be able to drive at night; stands; sits; moves about the work area; climbs 1 flight of stairs; crawls on hand and knees; reaches overhead; lifts up to 15 lbs.; pushes, pulls, moves carts and carries up to 10 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a whispered level of speech; may work in areas exposed to heat, cold, dust, noise and household chemicals such as bleach or cleansers or smoke while in client homes; works in areas that may be wet or uneven.

Additional Information and/or Attachments
 Here’s what some of the current ACT team members had to say: 

“Looking back at when I first started and what keeps me here, are the people. The folks we serve and the team. Best work environment I’ve been in, and I have been in a few.”  – Anthony

“I am prideful about making a difference in the community. By being creative and patient, we get to help folks achieve their goals. We get to plant seeds and watch them grow.” -Layni

“Helping people who need it most, who don’t have people in their corner. And we say, ‘I am here for you.’” -Kim

“I love working with the ACT team because I get the opportunity to assist our clients across healthcare visits and help people in all aspects of their life where they may be struggling.”        -Nicholas

Apply today to be part of this skilled, committed, and enthusiastic team!

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 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  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

  • One of the following:
    • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
    • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
    • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
  • In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
    • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
    • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

APPLY HERE:

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ACT Behavioral Health Nurse – Marion County

May 10, 2023 | Program Recruitments

Make a difference in the lives of individuals diagnosed with serious mental illnesses by joining Marion County Health & Human Services (MCHHS) as a Behavioral Health Nurse for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. Here, you’ll work alongside a passionate and dedicated team in a highly collaborative environment, striving to provide excellent care and making a positive impact on the people and the community we serve.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Provides medical and psychiatric support to individuals with serious and persistent mental health conditions and co-occurring substance use disorders who are enrolled in Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Services are delivered according to ACT’s National Program Standards, fidelity standards, and OARs, including using a personcentered and recovery-oriented approach. Evaluate mental health needs of patients, provide assessments, develop treatment care plans, administer medications, monitor health and coordinate with providers, allied health professionals, guardians and family members.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the administrative supervision of the Health Program Manager; works under the lead direction of the Behavioral Health Nurse 2 (BHN2) who provides training, assigns duties, monitors performance and monitors outcomes.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.

TYPICAL DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:

  • Provide medical support to adults diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness and co-occurring
    disorders in an outpatient setting, with the majority of services delivered in the community. Ongoing review of records of individuals served by the ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) team. Identify psychiatric and medical needs.
  • Provide support and coordination of community resources and for health care, including transporting
    individuals to medical appointments.
  • Provide education to individuals, team members, and licensed care staff on health matters, both psychiatric and medical. Develop and distribute handouts for clients regarding psychiatric medication information and health/wellness issues. Facilitate and/or co-facilitate groups regarding health and wellness.
  • Provide community outreach. Community based services require employee to be able to drive county
    vehicles.
  • Administer psychiatric medications, including providing outreach to individuals in the community to administer medications as needed. Provide education about medications and assist with adherence to medication regimens.
  • Maintains records on clients, participates in evaluations, and reports findings. Maintain accurate and timely
    documentation of clinical records 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, and professional team member during the development of individual treatment planning, clinical team meetings, crisis intervention, coordination of services, and in any and all staff meetings involving regular departmental team members and all other county employees. Work with a team of clinicians and supervisor for clinical supervision, treatment planning, team 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.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

  • Associate degree in nursing and two years of behavioral health or other related experience; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing and one year of behavioral health, or other related experience; OR
  • Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon. 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). The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, 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.
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/. Must have a current CPR and AED certificates. This assignment is represented by a union. This is a full-time job, which is eligible for overtime. Typical work schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m., with flexibility based upon the needs of the department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the practice of behavioral health nursing; community behavioral health services; ability to
function independently with limited supervision and to cooperate with others working in the assigned service
area. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; recognize the behavioral health and health care needs and concerns of consumers; maintain constructive relationships with consumers; accept and utilize administrative direction, supervision and consultation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; stoops; climbs 1 floor of
stairs; reaches overhead; lifts and carries items weighing up to 15 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and
audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; distinguishes colors; hears a normal level of speech; may work in areas exposed to
heat, cold, humidity, dust, second-hand smoke (outreach), noise or household cleaning chemicals; may work in
uneven or wet areas.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race,
religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or sexual orientation.
To
ensure the broadest range of services to individuals with disabilities, Marion County is prepared to make
necessary arrangements. Please call at least two (2) working days in advance for services.
This announcement is meant only as a descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. Further, it
does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://www.co.marion.or.us/HR/Pages/jobs.aspx
PO BOX 14500
Salem, OR 97309
(503) 566-3949

ACT Case Manager – Polk County

Apr 12, 2023 | Program Recruitments

ABOUT THE JOB
This position is designed to be part of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team which is a multidisciplinary team providing intensive, community based outpatient services for participants with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) and co-occurring disorders. As a case manager for the ACT team, you will walk alongside program participants and be a key player in supporting their access to community resources, access to housing supports, and other entitlements. In doing so, your role will provide clients the opportunity to build their skills, develop healthy relationships with the client and community agencies, family, and other natural supports and facilitate progress towards overall wellness and healthy functioning.
Your skills in quick problem solving, time management & communication, crisis support, and advocacy will be instrumental in your success within this role as you partner with your fellow team members, internal PCBH partner programs and other community agencies to facilitate clients’ success in recovery and achievement of their identified treatment goals. If you are passionate about helping others move forward in their journey towards recovery, this is the role for you and we are excited to add you to our team!

GENERAL STATEMENT:
Polk County, the Organization:
Polk County takes pride in knowing that our employees are what makes the County a great place to work. We have a strong desire for each employee to feel respected; connected to the department they work for as well as other County departments and the community at large; and know that they are critical to County business. We understand that work may be necessary, but not what should define each individual. We all have diverse personalities and interests away from the job, and at Polk County we encourage our employees to be connected to something bigger than work.

Benefits:
Polk County offers generous employee benefits including, but not limited to:
11 paid holidays per year
8 hours of vacation earned monthly (increasing with years of service)
8 hours of sick leave earned monthly
4-5 Personal Leave Days earned each fiscal year (Depends on position; prorated depending on date of hire
PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) – 100% employer funded contributions
Full health benefits with employee paying only 10% of the premium which covers all members of the employee’s immediate family
Life Insurance – employer paid
Qualifying employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program HRSA/NHSC approved site for certain positions
Our Community:
Polk County is located in the Willamette Valley just an hour from the Pacific Coast to the west and an hour from Portland to the north. The population is approximately 87,000 and the county spans about 744 square miles, with two thirds of the western part of the county being forest. National protected areas include the Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge and Siuslaw National Forest. The County is part of the agricultural richness the Willamette Valley has to offer. In recent decades, the valley has also become a major wine producer, with Polk County being one of the best in the area. The valley is often known as the “Oregon Wine Country”. Polk County has over 25 wineries alone. Polk County also houses the beautiful liberal arts college, Western Oregon University, and is only 30 miles from Oregon State University. Western was an inaugural winner of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award. This award recognizes universities and colleges that have demonstrated the highest level of commitment and action towards fostering a campus community that celebrates all the many facets of diversity. WOU is one of the most diverse universities in Oregon and has a higher percentage of Latino students in the Oregon University system.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Please refer to the Class Specification for the full job description and minimum experience,
education and training requirements for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

*Bilingual Spanish speaking proficiency preferred ( 5%) bonus eligible.
*Must possess Qualified Mental Associate certification, provided through the Mental Health and
Addiction Certification Board of Oregon at the time of appointment.
*Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance as a condition of
employment.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
** A cover letter is required. If you are a military veteran and want to apply for Veterans’
Hiring Preference, you must attach the Veterans’ Preference Form (available on our
website) and your DD-214/215 and/or disability letter. **
** DO NOT ATTACH ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS (transcripts, letters of recommendation,
certificates, etc.) They will not be considered at the application stage. You may bring them to the
interview if you are selected to interview. **

APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED ONLINE AT:
http://www.co.polk.or.us

Personnel is located at:
850 Main St.
Dallas, OR 97338
(503)623-1888
hr@co.polk.or.us

Position #00957

Polk County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.