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Mental Health Specialist (Mobile Crisis Response Team) Multiple Positions

Clackamas County • Oregon City, Oregon, United States • 3w ago

Job ID: 107851

Location: Oregon City, Oregon

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES

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Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

• Service

• Professionalism

• Integrity

• Respect

• Individual accountability

• Trust

By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.

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Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring.

We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply.

CLOSE DATE

This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.

Please Note: The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.

PAY AND BENEFITS

Clackamas County is committed to offering a high-quality benefits package to support employees and their families.

Mental Health Specialist 2 (licensed):

Annual Pay Range: $83,420.32 - $105,530.57

Hourly Pay Range: $40.105921 - $50.735849

Mental Health Specialist 1 (unlicensed):

Annual Pay Range: $68,868.87 - $87,447.48

Hourly Pay Range: $33.110035 - $42.042059

• Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

• Positions that require swing or overnight shift work schedules may be eligible for a shift differential

• Positions that require regular scheduled work on Saturday and/or Sunday may be eligible for a shift differential

• Position that require on-call as part of their regular scheduled shift may be eligible for on-call pay

• Additional details regarding pay differentials and on-call work schedules can be found in the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/45dcf0b4-5da0-422d-98ef-d18e5eced2c8 on pages 24-25

In addition to competitive wages, Clackamas County offers an attractive benefits package for employees in regular status positions.

Most benefits, including Medical & Dental, start the first of the month after date of hire!

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below.

Generous paid time off package, including:

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month

• Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/a51ff5d3-d243-49ba-aa11-15324f4c0bf8! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire.

• 8 hours of sick accrued per month

• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year

Other Benefits:

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):

• Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The County currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)

• OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65

• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• A Choice of Dental Plans

• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes

• Longevity pay

• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan

• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

The Behavioral Health Division provides licensure supervision to all regular status employees who have completed a Graduate degree in a behavioral science-related field (social work, counseling, clinical psychology, etc.), and is actively pursuing licensure in that field.

There may be options for loan forgiveness while working with a government/public agency with the Public Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association.

https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/1e311321-f9ff-4daa-8753-bbdfb4e8d1b4

http://www.clackamas.us/des/benefits.html

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Clackamas County's Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) is seeking experienced, energetic and adaptable mental health professionals to join our expanding Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT). As a Mental Health Specialist with MCRT, you will provide face to face crisis intervention and resource linkage services to individuals and families across the lifespan in Clackamas County.

Referrals for mobile crisis services may come through the Clackamas Crisis and Support Line, any first responders in Clackamas County, police dispatch, or 988. The individual in this position will partner closely with local community resource agencies as well as with law enforcement personnel. This position is part of Clackamas County's 24/7 mobile crisis response service and as such will receive support from clinical supervisors and other mobile crisis clinicians.

Primary responsibilities for this position include providing field-based risk assessment, crisis intervention, case management, consultation, and referral for a variety of individuals in need. Secondary responsibilities include outreach engagement of clients and families struggling with symptoms of mental illness and substance abuse, support to frequent callers of crisis support lines and 911 as a result of symptoms of mental illness, and outreach and education to community organizations to help them better respond to individuals experiencing symptoms of mental health. Mental Health Specialists provide treatment to vulnerable individuals, many of whom may have limited resources. Professionals in these positions should thrive in a setting where they will work independently as well as in a team environment.

Since this is a field-based position, the ideal candidate will have a history of working with individuals in a variety of settings (i.e. field, homes, schools, etc.). Other desired skills and experience include: history of working with law enforcement, providing assessment and intervention to people across the lifespan in crisis; incorporating a person-centered, strengths-based recovery approach that includes peers and natural systems of support; a positive and collaborative attitude and approach in working with partners; a belief that every person we serve has the right to define and pursue their own definition of recovery; and a commitment to serving a diverse population while promoting equity, diversity and inclusion.

Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Registered as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as established by the State of Oregon

• A ”Qualified Mental Health Professional" (QMHP) means a Licensed Medical Provider or any other person meeting one or more of the following minimum qualifications as authorized by the Local Mental Health Authority or designee:

Graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or other behavioral science fields

• If Licensed, must be credentialed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PHD) AND a minimum of two (2) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position.

• If Unlicensed, must have minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the role AND must also receive licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PHD) within three (3) years of hire.

• At least one (1) year experience working with adults and children with mental health and substance abuse issues

• At least one (1) year experience providing assessment, triage, and crisis intervention with individuals who are in mental health crisis

• At least one (1) year experience assessing risk for suicide and/or danger to self or others

• Experience utilizing an electronic health record or similar computerized data system

• Must be willing to work evening and weekend hours as part of the regular shift

• Must possess and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.

• Must successfully pass the credentialing process.

Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:*

• Current licensure in a behavioral health related field (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)

• Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) I, II, III

• Fluent in Spanish/English, both oral and written

• Experience working collaboratively with law enforcement, community partners, collateral service providers, and co-workers

• At least one (1) year experience working in a community based setting (i.e.: mobile outreach or crisis assessment, in-home counseling, schools, crisis clinics, etc.).

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/69fd8013-4594-4afd-bee9-f1e0aeab42ea.

• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check

• Driving is necessary for County business. For position(s) with occasional/incidental driving, incumbents must possess a valid driver's license. Accommodation requests for an acceptable alternative method of transportation will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation. For position(s) with regular driving, incumbent(s) must also possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. http://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/828106a0-265a-47cc-a3a6-0a2c8b028673

*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

TYPICAL TASKS

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides emergent, urgent and ad hoc outreach assessments and crisis intervention (including case management) as needed for consumers and residents of Clackamas County and their families via telephone, in clinics or in the community. Collaborate closely with the Clackamas County crisis and support line, 988, and 911 dispatch centers.

• Assesses consumers to determine treatment needs and level of risk to self and others; collects and evaluates critical information presented by consumer and/or other informants; examines history and current mental status; reviews treatment/ resource options with consumer; prepares documents and findings in electronic clinical record in accordance with OAR and Division procedures.

• Provides crisis outreach and psychotherapeutic services to consumers and their families; enters and maintains documentation of services provided in electronic clinical records in accordance with OAR and Division procedures.

• Conducts assessments for involuntary hospitalization as a Director's Designee under ORS 426.233; gathers background information; attends and testifies at commitment or other formal hearings.

• Works as a key member of a crisis team consisting of law enforcement, and mental health professionals including Case Managers and Peer Support Specialists; makes referrals to other community clinics, agencies, or care facilities; reviews consumer status, diagnosis, evaluations, treatment plans, treatment objectives and outcomes with team, supervisors and other health care professionals as appropriate; provides case-specific consultation to other staff members, providers, families and/or community agencies; provides clinical consultation to students, volunteers and paraprofessional staff.

• Works as a consultant or trainer to staff, other individuals, other agency personnel, interested community groups or staff at institutions; provides mental health and chemical dependency education and training to other staff, outside professionals, family members and the community; may represent the agency on internal or external committees as appropriate; may act as liaison for specific projects or contract services.

• Prepares client assessments, writes case summaries, reports, and letters and maintains case records; completes program-related assignments as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Working knowledge of accepted principles and theories of human behavior, personality and development, and social interaction and development. Knowledge of techniques and procedures employed in diagnosing, evaluating, modifying and motivating human behavior. Knowledge of principles and techniques of group and individual therapy. Ability to work effectively as a member of a professional mental health team to diagnose and treat clients. Knowledge of techniques of identifying and utilizing community resources. Understanding case management methods and techniques; rules, laws, regulations, and ethics governing the treatment of mental patients and clients. Ability to treat clients and their families in order to enhance the Basic knowledge of office equipment, including personal computers and software programs. Ability to operate computer software and other office equipment.

Skills to apply social and psychological theories of behavior and personality to the treatment of difficult mental and emotional disorders and handicaps. Skills to diagnose, evaluate and implement a treatment plan. Ability to keep accurate and timely records. Ability to analyze and evaluate social, psychological, and physical factors affecting clients and their families.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program.

These positions are a 40 hour per week position, working four (4) ten (10) hour days.

Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location.

Available Schedules:

• Sunday - Wednesday; 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

• Wednesday - Saturday; 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

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EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY

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