Behavioral Health Program Specialist

Benton County is currently seeking a Behavioral Health Program Specialist.

Join the Benton County Behavioral Health Division and play a key role in strengthening the systems that support high-quality behavioral health services for our community. This position serves as a vital link between clinical teams, information systems; ensuring accurate data, efficient workflows, and reliable technological support across the division. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration, problem-solving, and technical expertise directly contribute to improved client care, program accountability, and the overall effectiveness of Behavioral Health operations.

for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.

The responsibilities of this position are such that the successful candidate may be able to perform some assignments remotely following Benton County's Telework Policy and as the needs of the division allows. However, a fully remote work environment is not an option. The initial training period will require a period of on-site presence to gain understanding of job expectations and responsibilities.

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
  • 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
• $0 Health Insurance Premium!
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
    - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
  • In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contributions!
    • Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
    • You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
  • Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
• Get ready for retirement.
  Generous employer paid contributions!
  • After 6 months of employment:
    • The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
    • The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
• A free and award-winning wellness program
  • Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
  • Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
  • Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
• Annual salary range of:
  • $51,012 - $73,130
  • This position is eligible for two salary raises within the first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
  • Note:
    
    salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
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Salary Placement
Your application will be used to determine salary placement based on a pay equity assessment. Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. For further information, please click on the link Oregon Pay Equity Law for more details.

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.

• Associate’s degree or two-year technical certificate; and
• 2 years of progressively responsible experience in position or specialization.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Applicants must have at least 6 months of work experience to receive equivalency.

• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• Valid Oregon driver's license or the ability to obtain.
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.

• Knowledge of clinical information systems and data tools, including experience working with OCHIN, electronic health records, Microsoft Office Programs, and technology used in…