Behavioral Health Specialist - QMHP; Assistance

Behavioral Health Specialist 2 - QMHP (Relocation Assistance)

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Initial Posting Date 09/03/2025

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Agency Oregon Youth Authority

Salary Range $6,420.00 - $8,967.00

Position Type Employee

Position Title Behavioral Health Specialist 2 - QMHP (Relocation Assistance)

Job Description Oregon Youth Authority

Behavioral Health Specialist 2 – Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Woodburn – MACLAREN YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

Are you passionate about delivering counseling and guidance to youth from diverse backgrounds? Join the Mac Laren Youth Correctional Facility team as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) and make a meaningful impact!

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is looking for full-time QMHPs dedicated to providing comprehensive mental and behavioral health services to youth at Mac Laren Youth Correctional Facility. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including contracted psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), and psychologists, to create a supportive treatment environment within the assigned living unit.

Your mission will be to cultivate a positive and dynamic atmosphere that encourages youth to take responsibility, develop healthy habits, lead productive lives, and engage in socially acceptable behavior. Working alongside the Living Unit Manager (LUM) and Case Coordinator (CC), you will offer strong leadership and implement evidence-based interventions within a group living setting.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity enriches our team and enhances our collective expertise.

• Multiple Positions:
  This recruitment will fill multiple positions that are limited duration, temporary, and permanent positions. We may used this recruitment to fill future vacancies.
• Open Until Filled:
  This recruitment will remain open until filled but we may close the announcement at any time when we have received an adequate number of applications. We cannot guarantee that we will consider applications received after this screening date. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
• Representation:
  This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU/OPEU).
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education. For more information on pay equity, .
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
• This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
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• A Bachelor’s degree in nursing or occupational therapy AND licensed by the State of Oregon AND three years of progressively responsible related to the series concept; OR
• A Master’s degree in psychology; social work; recreational, art, or music therapy; or behavioral health science AND two years of progressively responsible experience related to the series concept.

• Driver's license required:
  Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).
• Eligible for certification as Qualified Mental Health Professional at the time of application.

OYA is prepared to offer relocation assistance to the successful candidate. The…