Nov 29, 2023 | Program Recruitments
Job Description
Jackson County Mental Health is seeking a Mental Health Nurse to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. Our ACT Team provides comprehensive and intensive outpatient treatment for adults diagnosed with serious mental illness. The multidisciplinary ACT Team includes a psychiatrist, social workers/therapists, drug and alcohol specialists, certified peers – and maybe you! If you don’t live here already, please take a look here at some of what the Rogue Valley has to offer www.jacksoncountyor.gov/worklifebalance.
Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!
Pre-Employment Requirements and/or Preferences
- Preferred experience: work with adults serious mental illness and substance use disorders; work with unhoused, LBGTIQ+ and BIPOC community members.
- Spanish speaking preferred (bilingual differential available)
- Pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
- Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. click on the following link to review Jackson County’s requirements for an acceptable driving record.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
- This position is represented by union group SEIU
Job Duties and Requirements
I. Position Summary
Provides comprehensive evaluations, medication counseling and a full range of nursing and mental health treatment services to a high-risk client population. Performs a full range of complex technical and analytical duties with only occasional instruction or assistance and work is normally reviewed only upon completion.
II. Examples of Essential Position Duties (The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.)
- Develops diagnostic evaluations and treatment plans for clients, which may include the delivery of medical and health services such as administering prescribed medications and maintaining medical supplies; reviews treatment plans to ensure the delivery of care is appropriate for treatment interventions; provides nurse follow-up services.
- Evaluates clients and assess their physical and mental symptoms for possible drug interactions. Is able to make independent decisions regarding mental health treatment. Counsels clients on medications, drug interactions and possible side effects.
- Consults with psychiatrists and physicians. Prepares reports for doctors.
- Provides complex and/or specialized individual and group counseling and therapy, education, skills training, outreach and support to clients and families as necessary.
- Provides consultation, education, information to agencies in the community which routinely come in contact with individuals in crisis; maintains liaison with key community agencies that serve people with mental developmental disabilities, as assigned.
- Prepares and maintains required records, progress notes and files; prepares reports as needed.
- When assigned to the duties of pre-commitment services, assesses whether an individual is a danger to himself or herself or others; performs discharge assessment, planning and coordination.
- Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
- Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
- Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required. Works irregular shifts and respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.
III. Minimum Requirements (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following requirements, physical demands and/or working conditions)
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field AND five years progressively responsible experience in the delivery of health care in a mental health and/or social services setting; OR
- Any combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job.
License, Certificate or Other
Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Must be currently licensed by the state of Oregon as a registered nurse. May require certification as a Mental Health Investigator if assigned to pre-commitment duties.
IV. Other Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requires a medical knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in evaluating, modifying and motivating human behavior; case management methods; drug interactions; medications and their side effects; rules, laws, regulations and ethics of medical and mental health services and treatment; community services and resources; supervision and management techniques. Ability to assess status of individuals and families for medical services and needs; write concise and accurate progress notes and reports; perform nursing and medical procedures; coordinate treatment plans; work with a diverse client population; provide technical direction to lower level staff or volunteers; maintain confidentiality; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; build and lead strong, cohesive work groups and teams.
Physical Demands (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands)
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and feet in performing simple movements, such as bending, reaching and grasping; to exert a small amount of physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area of the office to another. Requires sufficient hand-eye coordination to perform skilled movements, such as giving injections, taking blood samples, adjusting microscopes, etc., as well as semi-skilled repetitive movements, such as typing, filing and data entry and use of other office equipment or supplies. Tasks require occasional exposure to strong odors, strong chemicals, and communicable illnesses. Sensory requirements include color, sound, odor, texture and visual perception and discrimination as well as oral communications ability. Requires driving.
Working Conditions (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following working conditions)
Work is generally performed in an office environment but may include other locations, including patient’s homes. May include exposure to disruptive people.
V. Additional Information
This classification description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, or requirements, as any one position in this classification may be assigned some or all of these duties, in addition to other duties not explicitly listed here. The various duties, responsibilities and/or assignments of this position may be unevenly balanced and change from time to time based upon matters such as, but not limited to, variations in the shift, work demands, seasons, service levels and management’s decisions on how to best allocate department resources. Any shift, emphasis or rebalancing of these assigned duties, responsibilities and/or assignments does not constitute a change in the job classification. The County shall schedule employees and determine FTE consistent with its determination as to efficiency of operations, financial advantages to the County, and/or effective service to the public.
Equal Opportunity Employer
JACKSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. Women, minorities and the disabled are encouraged to apply. Upon request, special accommodations and/or assistance will be gladly provided for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory impairments. Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States. For a copy of Jackson County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-774-6036.
Click Here to Apply
Nov 28, 2023 | Announcement, Uncategorized
Heidi Herinckx, Senior Director of OCEACT and OSECE was invited as a subject matter expert to participate in the creation of this new manual on the implementation and maintenance of Assertive Community Treatment. To access this free manual, click the link below.
SAMHSA Manual
Nov 7, 2023 | Program Recruitments
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 5% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Full job description
Adapt Integrated Health Care is looking for an Assertive Community Treatment Supervisor to join their Behavioral Health team!
We Offer:
- 100% paid premiums for full family medical insurance
- Waiver cash option
- Dental and Vision insurance available
- Generous sick and vacation time accrual rates; accrued time rolls over year-to-year.
- 5% 401k employer contribution
- Life insurance policy
- Employee Assistance Program
- Clinical supervision toward licensure is available.
The ACT Supervisor provides direction and clinical oversight to ACT team staff as providing at least 50% direct service to ACT clients. The ACT supervisor provides integrated outpatient mental health treatment services that are based on medical necessity and that support and promote mental health and recovery. ACT staff endeavor to a) Promote recovery, resiliency, wellness, independence and safety for individuals receiving addictions and mental health services and supports; b) Specify standards for services and supports that are person-directed, client-guided, culturally competent, and trauma-informed and wellness informed; and c) Promote functional and rehabilitative outcomes for individuals throughout a continuum of care that is developmentally appropriate.
ACT staff responsibilities are to engage and respond in crisis intervention; facilitate access for mental health treatment at Adapt; provide therapeutic interventions including informed consent, advocacy, and integrated care; assist with access to community resources; facilitate development and retention of natural and community supports; provide appropriate individual, group, and community psycho-education; actively work to reduce stigma, barriers, and to build a community foundation for success. Many of the services take place in the community setting where the client lives or at hospitals, jails, shelters, or other community agencies.
ACT Supervisor’s accomplish these responsibilities through assessment and prescription of treatment services that support rehabilitation, safety, and recovery through measurable outcomes in collaboration with clientele, and their natural supports when appropriate. Some of the interventions provided include comprehensive assessment; collaboratively developed Individual Service and Support Plan; individual and group therapy and skills training and development; case management; referrals, consultation, coordination and collaboration with community partners and providers; Discharge Summary and continuity of care through transfer and referral. ACT Supervisor as well as other treatment providers at Adapt endeavor to support and promote positive outcomes through use of Evidenced-Based, Best Practices whenever possible.
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in psychology, social work or related field and five years post-experience in a community mental health setting, which includes two years supervisory or program management experience or a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provides treatment services through assessments and evaluations, including case management, individual and group treatment which promotes recovery, resiliency, wellness, independence, and safety for individuals receiving addictions and mental health treatment services and supports through prescription of outpatient treatment services that are client-centered, trauma-informed, Evidenced-Based Best-Practices whenever possible; collaborates with clientele and in consultation with team; completes Safety and Recovery Plans forthose individuals that are priority one, those at risk, or for those having a history that indicates that a Safety and Recovery Plan would be of benefit. Clientele is focused on Adult Mental Health Initiative and ACT clients.
- Perform screenings for referrals that assess the level of SPMI clientele and their appropriateness for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program.
- Provides direct clinical oversight and supervision of the ACT team members to include orientation to the ACT program and fidelity requirement as well as ensuring Evidence-Based Best Practices.
- Directs and coordinates the client admission process and treatment, rehabilitation and support services of the program. Schedule the admission interview; develop and coordinate the initial assessment and initial treatment plan; assign appropriate staff to treatment team; and provide clinical supervision of the development and implementation of the treatment plan for each client.
- Responsible for administrative tasks related to meeting fidelity, such as documenting and tracking fidelity components completed, perform quality assurance related to medical record documentation to ensure quality and accuracy to meet fidelity requirements, continue to plan and organize community and agency education components, and develop ideas and strategies to improve the program.
- Facilitate clinical meetings with a multidisciplinary team and lead additional meetings to improve strategies to successfully meet fidelity,
- Performs many functions and treatment interventions to adult clientele at Adapt including crisis intervention, eligibility, access, and enrollment services; provides comprehensive assessment and the collaborative development of Individual Service and Support Plans (ISSP); coordinates Individual and Group Therapy and Skills Development and Training; provides Case Management services and supports and consultation, referral, and coordination with agency partners and providers; coordinates discharge planning that includes supports and active planning for provision of continuity of care; coordinates and provides intervention in provision of crisis services as necessary in consultation with Crisis Team and supervisor and/or program manager as soon as this is possible and appropriate; completes SERFs and Incident Accident Reports when appropriate; follows established policy and protocol.
- Creates access that enables clientele to obtain needed resources, supports, and treatment services (e.g., substance use, medical) through referral, consultation, coordination, case management, and advocacy; provides consultation and training for and with clients, staff, professionals, other services agencies and the public; attends unit meetings and workshops; develops, modifies, and/or obtains training programs and materials in consultation with the program manager.
- Maintains and completes required records, reports, and documentation as required by departmental policy and state law; provides documentation and written communications.
- Participates in professional development through individual and group supervision, unit and agency staff meetings, workshops and Essential Learning tutorials; develops, modifies, and or obtains training programs and materials in consultation with supervisor and program manager; promotes peer professional development by sharing training materials and/or training others in successful interventions.
Come join our progressive team and make a difference in the lives of others! For more information on our organization, please visit our website at www.adaptoregon.org.
Adapt Integrated Health Care is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our clientele. For anyone needing assistance or accommodation with Adapt’s application process, please reach out to our team at careers@adaptoregon.org or by calling (541) 672-2691 and asking for our Human Resources department.
Apply HERE
Nov 1, 2023 | Announcement, Program Recruitments
Position:
Statewide Trainer- Certified Personal Medicine Coaching (CPMC)
Full Time 30-40 hours/week
TodayRequisition ID: 1387
$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.
- Remote work not available in Ohio, North Dakota, Wyoming or California.
- Bonus Applicable to external applicants only, and limitations for re-hires will apply.
Overview
In conjunction with the Pat Deegan and Associates (PDA) e-learning modules for Certified Personal Medicine Coaches (CPMC), the CPMC Trainer facilitates, coaches, answers questions, administers quizzes and teaches clinicians the CPMC curriculum and materials. Each CPMC training course is 12 weeks. In addition to providing CPMC trainings, this positions dedicates approximately half of its time to conducting fidelity reviews for the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model of Supported Employment (SE) and Supported Education (SEd). Statewide travel is required.
Responsibilities
CPMC Trainer Core Duties (approximately 60%):
- Provide CPMC Trainings to mental health clinicians statewide.
- Set up cohorts of 10-12 CPMC trainees. The number of cohorts running concurrently will be based on demand and availability of co-facilitators from OSECE and OCEACT staff. All OSECE and OCEACT staff are trained CPMCs and can co-facilitate.
- Recruit CPMC trainees. Conduct informational meetings at peer-run programs, community mental health programs, NAMI, behavioral health residential care providers, and other stakeholder organizations to present Personal Medicine and its role in recovery oriented and person centered care.
- Assist CPMC trainees to register with PDA to access the on-line learning modules.
- Conduct live coaching calls to accompany on-line learning approximately six times (every other week) over the 12 week CPMC course.
- Utilize Trello CPMC training management tool to document weekly to-do’s, administer and score quizzes and track trainee progress toward meeting certification requirements.
- Grade quizzes and final exams for certification.
Fidelity Reviewer Core Duties (approximately 40%):
- Conduct all aspects of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Supported Employment (SE) or Supported Education (SEd) fidelity reviews in collaboration with OSECE staff, including chart reviews, attending team meetings, evaluating team functioning, interviewing staff, completing fidelity ratings, writing reports, discussing results and developing action plans.
- Write fidelity review reports within 30 days of completing a fidelity review and provide report to the Oregon Health Authority, community mental health agency and review reports in meetings to discuss fidelity findings.
- Create technical assistance plans in partnership with SE programs to help them achieve fidelity benchmarks and meet Oregon Administrative Rule requirements for SE program operations, which may include 90 day fidelity re-reviews.
This position requires travel within the state on a regular basis to community mental health programs. Some out of state travel is required for participation in the National IPS Center’s collaborative trainings.
Participate in regular online or in person meetings or conference calls with OSECE and OCEACT team members, community mental health agency staff, Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs) and the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field is required. Strong recovery orientation required. Prior experience as a supported employment or supported education specialist preferred. Prior experience providing training in mental health evidence-based practices preferred.
Ability to effectively work with people and build connection. Strong recovery orientation. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and oral communication with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary. Ability to write and edit effectively; good organizational skills, able to meet deadlines, self-starter, effective public speaker. Appreciation of the importance of following evidence based practice guidelines.
The candidate must pass state-required background and DMV checks, possess a valid driver’s license, have an excellent driving record, and have the ability to drive between sites throughout Oregon. Occasional national travel.
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.
Apply today: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?ccId=19000101_000001&cid=2e0ad977-2ff0-477d-aef4-5714a89a579c&lang=en_US&type=JS&jobId=484185
Oct 17, 2023 | Announcement, Uncategorized
Juli was born and raised in the Great Northwest, which fostered a great appreciation for the outdoors and wellness. She lives in Columbia County with her loving husband, two wonderful kids, two rambunctious dogs, and two cats who believe they are royalty on a small farm.
Juli’s professional journey started out working as a therapeutic and treatment massage therapist for 17 years. Working in holistic medicine cultivated a passion for researching to improve health and wellness through teaching and sharing that knowledge. After caring for a family member recovering from surgery, Juli knew she wanted to be a nurse at a young age. She completed nursing school prerequisites, a high school diploma, and an associate degree simultaneously; however, she started her nursing career ten years after starting a family. Juli has worked as a nurse for the last eight years in management in nursing homes, clinics, wound care, and primarily in mental health on an ACT team. In 2019, she completed her Bachelor’s in Nursing and a unique clinical experience working with children in the orphanages in Peru.
Juli gained experience working with individuals with severe persistent mental illness as an Assertive Community Treatment Registered Nurse in Columbia County for the last four years, promoting wellness through medication management, coordinating the medical system, decreasing withdrawal symptoms, monitoring signs and symptoms of adverse medication reactions, medical and non-medical case management, and promoting autonomy, Tobacco cessation as a Certified Tobacco Specialist, and motivational interviewing.
Juli enjoys spending time with family and friends, being active outdoors, hiking, running, walking the dogs, grounding in nature, Yoga, Jui Jitsu, reading, motivating fitness in others, nutritional eating, gardening, food prepping (canning and storing), and learning.
Juli will be starting in October. We will be outreaching to all ACT nurses to have a meet and greet. OCEACT will now be able to offer individualized nursing consultation to each team!
Sep 20, 2023 | Program Recruitments
Qualifications
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
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
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
Aug 23, 2023 | Program Recruitments
Comments