ACT Substance Use Disorder Clinician – Outside In

Sep 20, 2023 | Program Recruitments

Position Summary

This Substance Use Disorder Clinician Team position works as a member of a multi-disciplinary Assertive Community Treatment team serving transition-age youth in the Multnomah County Homeless Youth Continuum.

Essential Duties

  • Participate on interdisciplinary team providing community-based, wrap-around support.
  • Participate in outreach activities necessary to offer services and engage participation in a non-coercive manner.
  • Provide initial comprehensive assessment and re-assessments of participants, including mental status exam, DSM diagnosis, ASAM, and clinical formulation.
  • Facilitate development of a Service Plan with participants.
  • Recommend services and supports by signing off on Service Plans written by the employee or other team members within 10 business days of the start of service.
  • Execute treatment services consistent with professional judgment as identified on Service Plan, including individual and group counseling and skills interventions.
  • Facilitate treatment groups specific to substance use disorder needs.
  • Collect and utilize treatment outcomes related to behavioral health counseling.
  • Participate in admission and discharge planning for any participant needing hospitalization or subacute level of care.
  • Participate in crisis planning and crisis intervention, which may include after-hours work.
  • Participate in the rotation of carrying after-hours crisis phone and providing holiday coverage with other members of the team/program.
  • Provide advocacy and assist participants in accessing the services and other resources they need.
  • Coordinate access to shelter and housing services.
  • Ensure timely documentation of services and outcomes.
  • Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to Outside In policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

We are committed to having an applicant pool for this position that reflects the diversity of the people we serve, and we highly encourage Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and Queer folks to apply.

Studies have shown that women and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We know that the best candidates for this job might include individuals who haven’t engaged in traditional educational systems, and if this position speaks to you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our described qualifications.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

  • Master’s degree in a human services field and meet State guidelines for QMHP required.
  • At least two years’ experience in mental health or substance use support services required.
  • Credential in Chemical Dependency counseling equivalent to CADC I required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status or approved medical or religious exception on file is required
  • Valid driver’s license
  • ability to be insured to drive participants in agency vehicle and car share.

Desired but not required:

  • Dual diagnosis counseling experience preferred.
  • Experience with relevant treatment models including Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), Individual Placement and Support (IPS), and Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment (IDDT) preferred.
  • Experience and/or desire to follow the HIPPA rules and regulations
  • The desire to work in public health and/or community engagement
  • Spanish language fluency preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This job includes working in a standard office environment as well as a variety of community locations to offer community-based treatment. This means that the employee will meet with participants in community locations which may include the participant’s home, hospital, and other surrounding community settings. The employee will be responsible for transporting participants in a rented vehicle.

Application Instructions

Please follow the link of the position for which you wish to apply and complete the online application. A resume and cover letter are requested. You can submit these documents in any format, but pdf works best. In your cover letter, please address the following:

  • How would this position contribute to the pursuit of your long-term professional goals?
  • If you were selected for this position, how would you use your skills and experience to contribute to equity, inclusion, and community growth at Outside In?

Applications will be considered as they are submitted so you are encouraged to apply early. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Please go to the website to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=70696&clientkey=2CA9A091B94797F48C70CA490F4188D4

ACT Therapist – Yamhill County

Sep 15, 2023 | Program Recruitments

NEW EMPLOYEES HIRED INTO THIS POSITION ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $10,000 HIRING BONUS.
Yamhill County has one regular full-time position for a therapist to work on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team providing behavioral health services for adults in a community setting. Duties will include engagement, crisis support, diagnoses, direct treatment, performing integrated behavioral health assessments, service planning and implementation, individual and/or family therapy, case management, outreach/consultation for a caseload of adults with intensive mental health/behavioral health needs. ACT is an evidence-based practice model for providing team-based behavioral health services in a community setting.  May also work with non-ACT adult clientele who require services in a community setting. These services are designed to assist individuals with a history of psychiatric hospitalization and/or at risk for hospitalization to live well in the community. This position will be part of a team providing 24-hour support, 7 days a week. Work schedule is flexible. Please see the attached job description for full details. For information about the ACT model visit https://oceact.org/.
This position may be underfilled with a Behavioral Health Clinician. Please see classification specifications below for details.
Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician Salary: $5681- $7198/month (DOE)
Behavioral Health Clinician Salary: $5218 – $6669/month (DOE)

The Qualifications:
An MSW or master’s degree in a social services field from an accredited school is required in addition to:

Behavioral Health Clinician: One year of experience as a Human Services Specialist I. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures ability to perform the work may substitute for the above. Must qualify as a QMHP or CADC to work in respective fields. May require licensing.
Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician: Three years post-master’s experience. Active professional license in the state of Oregon as a Qualified Mental Health Provider (QMHP) or be a non-licensed QMHP with dual credentialing as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC I, II, or III).
Preference will be given to those applicants with training and experience in evidence-based practices and experience providing intensive mental health and addictions services in a community-based setting. The successful candidate must have an NPI number or the ability to obtain one upon employment. Additional preference will be given to those that are bilingual in English and Spanish, successful candidates will be required to pass a skills test. Will be subject to successful completion of a background check.

The Candidate:

The successful candidates must have a working knowledge of techniques specifically related to community mental health services and the following abilities: to understand the behavior of people under stress; to develop and maintain effective cooperative relationships with clients and their families, the community, physicians, law enforcement agencies, the courts, and public and private administrators; to interpret community mental health and chemical dependency services, and to prepare concise and complete client treatment and progress records. Typing and computer proficiency are required for collaborative documentation. Additionally, the successful candidates will have excellent communication skills, and will be dependable, organized, self-directed, detail-oriented, and possess the ability to work in a team environment and to interact with co-workers, clients, and the public in a courteous, professional manner.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.

In order to qualify for most HHS positions, applicants:

  • Must not be excluded from participation in federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare, and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); and
  • Must not be excluded from participation in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).

The Benefits:
Yamhill County offers generous employee benefits effective the first year of employment:

  • 15 paid holidays per year.
  • 19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time (FET) accrual in the first year (based on an 8-hr day).
  • PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) – 100% employer funded contributions.
  • Full health benefit offerings with employee premiums starting as low as $58.53/month for current plan year. *

Additional benefits for HHS employees:

  • This position qualifies for a $10,000 hiring bonus – $5,000 to be paid at hire and $5,000 to be paid at the successful completion of the probationary period.
  • $750 and 40 hours of paid time annually for professional development/training.
  • $200 annually toward required license and/or certification fees.
  • HRSA/NHSC approved site with many loan repayment opportunities available.
  • Qualifying employer for public service student loan forgiveness.
  • Most positions are eligible to accrue overtime.*

*Subject to the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement (Download PDF reader) (7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023).

Our Community

Yamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country.   Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg.  Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley, within close proximity to the Oregon Coast, the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas, and the Oregon Cascade Mountains.  Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available.   We have the benefits, appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community, while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.

Required Information

Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits.  Any documents submitted with the application that include this identifying information will not be accepted with the application.
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.

Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.

Veterans’ Preference

Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify, a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form must be completed and submitted with application. For the form and information for this process please click here (Download PDF reader). (Download PDF reader)
If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.

Status of your application

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Yamhill County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. If you “opt out” or “unsubscribe” from e-mail notifications from NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Please refer to the Classification Specification for the knowledge, skills & abilities required for this position.

Behavioral Health Clinician
Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician

Minimum Experience and Training/Other Requirements

Please refer to the Classification Specification for the minimum experience and training/other requirements for this position.

Behavioral Health Clinician
Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Please refer to the Classification Specification for the work environment/physical demands for this position.

Behavioral Health Clinician
Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician

Go to the website to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yamhillor/jobs/4007349/assertive-community-treatment-act-therapist-10k-sign-on-bonus?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

ACT Psychiatric Registered Nurse – Yamhill County

Sep 14, 2023 | Program Recruitments

NEW EMPLOYEES HIRED INTO THIS POSITION ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A $10,000 HIRING BONUS.
There are two regular full-time positions to provide nursing services for the Community Support Services program. The individuals in these positions may provide both general and special nursing services for individuals with serious mental illness emphasizing medication administration, monitoring, medication skills training, medical case management, illness prevention, working with pharmacies, setting up accounts for free medication services, giving injections, and tracking, documenting, and coordinating with physicians as needed. Duties and responsibilities of this position will primarily be carried out in the community. One of these positions will involve work with evidence-based models including Early Assessment and Support Alliance (EASA) http://easacommunity.org/ and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) https://oceact.org/.
Salary:  $5681 – $7198/month (DOE)

The Qualifications:

The position requires an unencumbered RN license and a minimum of two (2) years of experience as a registered nurse. Must have a National Provider Number (NPI) number or be able to get one upon employment. A valid license to drive in Oregon and a good driving record are also required. Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s degree, public health and/or behavioral health experience, and/or Spanish language skills.   Will be subject to successful completion of a background check.

The Candidate:

The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, be organized and detail-oriented, and possess the ability to work effectively alone or in a team environment, interacting with co-workers and the public in a courteous, professional manner. The ability to work with a multi-cultural clientele is required. Must have excellent customer service skills and be proficient in computer use including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.
In order to qualify for most HHS positions, applicants:
  • Must not be excluded from participation in federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare, and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); and
  • Must not be excluded from participation in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).

The Benefits:
Yamhill County offers generous employee benefits effective the first year of employment:

  • 15 paid holidays per year.
  • 19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time (FET) accrual in the first year (based on an 8-hr day).
  • PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) – 100% employer funded contributions.
  • Full health benefit offerings with employee premiums starting as low as $58.53/month for current plan year. *

Additional benefits for HHS employees:

  • This position qualifies for a $10,000 hiring bonus – $5,000 to be paid at hire and $5,000 to be paid at the successful completion of the probationary period.
  • $500 and 40 hours of paid time annually for professional development/training.
  • $200 annually toward required license and/or certification fees.
  • HRSA/NHSC approved site with many loan repayment opportunities available.
  • Qualifying employer for public service student loan forgiveness.
  • Most positions are eligible to accrue overtime.*

*Subject to the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement (Download PDF reader) (7/1/2020 – 6/30/2023).

Our Community

Yamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country.   Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg.  Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley, within close proximity to the Oregon Coast, the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas, and the Oregon Cascade Mountains.  Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available.   We have the benefits, appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community, while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.

Required Information

Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Please do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits.
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.

Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.

Veterans’ Preference

Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify, a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form must be completed and submitted with application. For the form and information for this process please click here (Download PDF reader). (Download PDF reader)
If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veteran’s Hiring Preference Form, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.

Status of your application

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Yamhill County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. If you “opt out” or “unsubscribe” from e-mail notifications from NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Please refer to the Classification Specification for the knowledge, skills & abilities required for this position.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN II)

Minimum Experience and Training/Other Requirements

Please refer to the Classification Specification for the minimum experience and training/other requirements for this position.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN II)

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Please refer to the Classification Specification for the work environment/physical demands for this position.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN II)

Go to website to apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yamhillor/jobs/3517207/psychiatric-registered-nurse-rn-2-10k-sign-on-bonus?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

ACT Therapist – Polk County

Aug 28, 2023 | Program Recruitments

Polk County (OR)
ACT/FACT Therapist

SALARY $30.17 – $40.46 Hourly
$5,229.00 – $7,013.00 Monthly
$62,748.00 – $84,156.00 Annually

LOCATION Dallas, OR

JOB TYPE Full time DEPARTMENT Behavioral Health
OPENING DATE 08/23/2023 CLOSING DATE Continuous

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 member of the team, you would provide intensive outpatient level services while representing the values of Polk
County Behavioral Health; client focused, trauma informed, integrity, respect and collaboration. Clinicians should possess
the ability to provide services to individuals with a variety of SPMI diagnoses at different levels of acuity and will utilize a
variety of evidenced-based treatment models and perform a variety of community based treatment services.
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,
BONUS ELIGIBLE
*Licensed candidates may be eligible for an additional 6% pay differential.
*Licensed MH providers who are also credentialed as a CADC may be eligible for up to an additional 8% pay differential.
*This position is eligible for a Commitment Bonus equivalent to 3 months salary with an agreement to stay with Polk County
Behavioral Health for a period of at least 24 months.
UNDERFILL
This position may be underfilled with a MH Specialist I. Please refer to the classification specifications for details.

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.
Mental Health Specialist I
Mental Health Specialist II
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. **

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

Agency
Polk County (OR)

Address
850 Main St.
Dallas, Oregon, 97338

Phone
(503)623-1888

Website
http://www.co.polk.or.us

Click this link for pdf of job description

ACT Behavioral Health Counselor – Outside In

Aug 23, 2023 | Program Recruitments

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Counselor 1(ACT Team) position works as a member of a multi-disciplinary Assertive Community Treatment team serving transition age youth in the Multnomah County Homeless Youth Continuum. 

Click on the link to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=67799&clientkey=2CA9A091B94797F48C70CA490F4188D4

Essential Duties

  • Participate on interdisciplinary team providing community-based, wrap-around support.
  • Participate in outreach activities necessary to offer services and engage participation in a non-coercive manner.
  • Provide initial comprehensive assessment and re-assessments of participants, including mental status exam, DSM diagnosis, and clinical formulation.
  • Facilitate development of a Service Plan with participants.
  • Recommend services and supports by signing off on Service Plans written by the employee or other team members within 10 business days of the start of services.  
  • Execute treatment services consistent with professional judgement as identified on Service Plan, including individual and group counseling and skills interventions.
  • Collect and utilize treatment outcomes related to behavioral health counseling.
  • Participate in admission and discharge planning for any participant needing hospitalization or subacute level of care.
  • Participate in crisis planning and crisis intervention, which may include after-hours work.
  • Participate in the rotation of carrying after-hours crisis phone and providing holiday coverage with other members of the team/program.
  • Provide advocacy and assist participants in accessing the services and other resources they need.
  • Coordinate access to shelter and housing services.
  • Ensure timely documentation of services and outcomes.
  • Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to Outside In policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge

  • Through knowledge of relevant treatment models including Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment (IDDT), and Individual Placement and Support (IPS).
  • Knowledge and understanding of adolescent development, Trauma Informed Care, Stages of Change Theory, harm reduction and Motivational Interviewing.

Skills

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and focus on data collection.
  • Ability to work with a variety of clients and diagnostic categories.
  • Ability to work with a diverse population and interact effectively with different types of people.
  • Good communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to support agency goals and the operational functioning of the Behavioral Health Department.
  • Ability to complete all required documentation and information input in a professional, thorough, and timely manner.
  • Commitment to continual learning and quality performance.
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries and performance at all times.
  • Ability to navigate technologies used in this position including Credible Behavioral Health Electronic Health Record, MS Office Applications, and Windows Server.  
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to be insured to drive participants in agency vehicle and car share.
  • Spanish language fluency preferred.

Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in a human services field and meet State guidelines for QMHP required.
  • At least two years’ experience in mental health support services required.
  • Additional credential in Chemical Dependency counseling equivalent to CADC I preferred.
  • Dual diagnosis counseling experience preferred.
  • Experience with relevant treatment models including Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), Individual Placement and Support (IPS), and Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment (IDDT) preferred.

Working Conditions

This job includes working in a standard office environment as well as a variety of community locations to offer community-based treatment. This means that the employee will meet with participants in community locations which may include the participant’s home, hospital, and other surrounding community settings. The employee will be responsible for transporting participants in a rented vehicle.

Physical Requirements

  • If in recovery, must be able to document continuous abstinence under independent living conditions or recovery housing for immediate past two years.
  • Must pass pre-employment background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background Check Unit.
    • Standing, sitting, walking, on a regular basis.
    • Driving, climbing, balancing, reaching, kneeling, crouching, stooping and lifting up to 25 pounds on a frequent basis.
    • Must be able to climb stairs several times a day.
    • Regular use of hands and fingers to type.
    • Talking and hearing is required on a regular basis. 
    • Availability for after hours and holiday coverage rotation.

Click on the link to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=67799&clientkey=2CA9A091B94797F48C70CA490F4188D4

OCEACT Nurse Trainer Position Open!

Aug 9, 2023 | Announcement, Program Recruitments

Want to join the OCEACT team? We are hiring an OCEACT Nurse Trainer to provide training and technical support to nurses that provide evidence-based Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) across the state. There will be extensive travel required. Go to the Options for Southern Oregon website to apply: Recruitment (adp.com)

$5,000 Hiring Bonus (Prorated by FTE) 

  • Benefits include: 
    • Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more. 
    • Generous paid time off policy.  (Annual accrual up to 208 hours – based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual).  Plus, 11 paid holidays annually. 
  • Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.
  • Position may be eligible for loan repayment– visit https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/ for more information.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm- may involve some evening hours depending on travel

Responsibilities

Develop trainings specific to the role of the nurse on ACT teams.

Conduct assessments and develop customized trainings for onboarding new nurses for ACT teams statewide.

Provide on-site trainings which requires travel around the state to visit ACT programs. Training topics will include: setting up MAR, psychopharmacology, nursing interventions to treat common mental health conditions, health promotion, managing chronic comorbid health conditions (diabetes, cardiovascular diseases), community nursing, working with a pharmacy and medication management systems.

Collaborate in weekly meetings with OCEACT teams.

Collaborate with national partners (other state centers of excellence or training centers) – advise national partners on the training and curriculum developed for the ACT nurse role.

Conduct technical assistance calls for RNs statewide on a regular basis, such as monthly.

Develop relationships with nursing education programs statewide at the community college and 4 year nursing school level to help develop a pipeline for new ACT nurses (preceptor opportunities with ACT programs)- help community mental health agencies to develop workforce retention strategies, address worker shortages, especially in rural and frontier communities.

Assist in the development of continuing education curricula and ACT certification program for nurses, may include developing online learning modules, videos, simulations and tests for knowledge and competencies.

Participate in the OCEACT advisory committee meetings.

Promote the values of client choice and promote recovery oriented, person centered care, and shared decision making.

Provide trainings to new ACT programs implementing ACT as provisional providers regarding the RN Role which will include important training in the Role of the ACT nurse, medication management system, nursing assessments, interventions, and documentation.

Qualifications

Education and training sufficient to obtain Oregon nursing license.

Unrestricted, valid Oregon nursing license. Registered Nurse, RN, required.

Certified Personal Medicine Coach

Knowledge of state regulations regarding ACT nursing delegation.

Minimum of 2 years of ACT nursing experience is required.

Prior experience teaching and providing trainings to nurses or nursing students preferred.

The ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally is required.  Must be comfortable with public speaking and presenting information to large and small groups. Extensive report writing is required for this position.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives.  We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients.  Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change.  We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.