Behavioral Health Specialist I, Community Support Services

Job Title

This position works as part of an experienced, recovery focused, multi-disciplinary team providing services and supports to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.

Services are provided in a variety of locations including the office, community, and in client homes. You will have the opportunity to support clients by: building rapport, providing outreach, assessing functional skills and treatment needs, coordinating care, providing crisis support, offering individual and group skills training, helping to meet basic needs, and offering support for gaining/retaining entitlements. Typical schedule is office and community based Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, clients and their families, other agencies, and the public.
• Support clients in connecting to community and agency resources.
• Tracking and following through with multiple complex details and client care needs.

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Ability to inspire hope in clients.
• Excellent time management skills and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.
• General concepts of mental health treatment, substance use disorder treatment and community resources.

Skill in:

• Well-developed human relations, communication, and writing skills.
• Timely preparation of reports and documentation of client services.
• Holding compassionate boundaries and ethical care.

$5,657.33 to $7,581.35 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

Attention all candidates: please make sure your application includes all job history, education, training, certifications, licenses, and other relevant experience, as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range in accordance with Oregon Pay Equity. Resumes will not be reviewed.

BENEFITS:
Our robust healthcare package covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities.

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• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral sciences field;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (

NOTE:

Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

NOTE:

Per OAR  to  (Download PDF reader) this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit/Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted. These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.195, 181A.200, 409.027 AND 413.036 of the County's employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules.

Please  (Download PDF reader) to review Criminal Records Check Rules. All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit/Orchards to work in this position. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs. Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.