Mental Health Associate - NOC Shift

Job Title

Mental Health Associate

Lane County Behavioral Health is looking for dynamic Qualified Mental Health Associates to join our team as mobile crisis service responders for our new Mobile Crisis Service of Lane County program (MCS-LC) which was created to better serve individuals in behavioral health crisis across our county.

This position will work in two-person teams to respond to calls for service in rural and metro areas of Lane County. Duties will include providing phone-based, office-based, and community-based crisis assessment, intervention, and safety planning services to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises, using standardized tools and strategies following training, with oversight from and access to back-up support from behavioral health clinical staff.

These positions will also provide follow-up referrals and case management support to individuals served following a behavioral health crisis. Lane County Behavioral Health is looking for dedicated individuals who are focused on solutions, with a passion to serve and who are driven to connect. These positions do require a QMHA Certification through MHACBO.

Lane County Behavioral Health provides services to more than 1,600 individuals with behavioral health conditions. We work with community partners to provide a continuum of care from prevention through treatment and aftercare in an environment that promotes a culture of resilience and recovery.

Training:

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited university with major course work in a mental health field, psychology, sociology or a related field.

Or:

• At least one year of work experience working directly with mentally or emotionally disturbed clients, and a combination of education, training and/or work experience in a behavioral sciences field that totals two additional years, plus the required competencies.

Or:

• A combination of at least three year's relevant work, education, training or experience, AND have the competencies necessary to a) communicate effectively, b) understand mental health assessment treatment and service terminology and to apply the concepts, and c) provide psychosocial skills development and to implement interventions prescribed on a treatment plan within their scope of practice, is qualifying.

Special Requirements:

• QMHA Certification through MHACBO
• NPI
• Transcripts
• Diploma
• CV or Resume

Driver's License:
Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment.

This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check. Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to, and successfully passing, a drug screening test. Please note that as part of the screening process Lane County will verify license and certification status.

Mental Health Associate

Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors:
Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

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