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Behavioral Health Supervisor

Salary

$7,113.14 - $9,532.28 Monthly

Location

Redmond, OR

Job Type

Regular, full time, full benefits

Job Number

2025-00049

Department

Health Services

Opening Date

05/27/2025

Bargaining Unit

Non-Rep

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Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community-based settings.

Deschutes County Behavioral Health (DCBH) is the Community Mental Health Program providing safety net and core clinical services for community members in Deschutes County dealing with mental health and substance use conditions. DCBH is also a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). As such, DCBH relies on multi-disciplinary teams to provide innovative, evidence-based, recovery-oriented services in behavioral healthcare settings co-located with physical health providers.

To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE. (https://vimeo.com/683937354/cce8815902)

ABOUT THE COUNTY:

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB:

This position will supervise the operations of the North County Outpatient Program located in Redmond, and will be responsible for the oversight, development, and direction of a behavioral health team, promoting and offering complex care services for the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders to individuals and families throughout the lifespan. This position will assess services assigned, monitor compliance, supervise staff, and direct service delivery. The ideal candidate will have knowledge in the area of trauma informed care, co-occurring disorders, as well as integrated health care. This position will coordinate closely with leadership staff, including other programs, community partners, and support personnel. This position is responsible for the quality of services as well as overall customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Provides leadership and supervisory direction.

+ Manages program budgets and grants.

+ Provides full clinical and administrative supervision to a team within a program or a program of services.

+ Coordinates and oversees all services provided by assigned area or team.

+ Provides a complete range of professional psychotherapeutic treatments and behavioral health services as required by position.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

+ Community behavioral health and addictions concepts.

+ Client assessment and case management.

+ Treatment services, planning and protocols.

+ Behavioral health disorders and diagnostic classifications.

+ Psychological, sociological and psychiatric theories.

+ Planning and implementing intervention programs.

+ Applying theory in behavioral health and addictions diagnosis.

+ Clinical supervision concepts and theory.

Skill in:

+ Well-developed human relations skills with an appreciable interpersonal sensitivity and awareness of client situations and values.

+ Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

+ Handling crisis situations.

+ Providing clinical and administrative supervision to staff with varying credentials.

+ Working effectively both independently and in a team setting.

+ Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients and their families, other agencies and the public at all times.

+ Acting professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.

+ Preparing concise and complete documentation related to client treatment, progress and services in a timely and professional manner.

+ Interviewing and counseling skills.

+ Writing skills to prepare clear and concise reports.

*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.

Review the full job description by clickingHERE. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/deschutes/classspecs)

Compensation

$7,113.14 to $9,532.28 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

BENEFITS:

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 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. Please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/sites/default/files/fileattachments/human\_resources/page/682/2025\_deschutes\_county\_benefits\_guide\_-\_final.pdf) for full benefit details.

This posting is re-opened until filled.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science field;

+ AND three (3) years of related experience in the behavioral health field, including lead or supervisory experience;

+ OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

Preference will be given for:

+ Previous supervisory experience as a LCSW/LMFT/LPC and/or CADC II or III.

+ Knowledge and experience in working with dual diagnosis mental health and substance abuse disorder.

+ Certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC) II or III.

+ Masters in Addiction Counseling (MAC) or the social work equivalent (CCATODSW).

Necessary Special Requirements

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.

Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Incumbent must be eligible to be credentialed as a Clinical Supervisor for assigned service area in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.

Must meet provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (8). (https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/viewSingleRule.action?ruleVrsnRsn=318739)

Current licensure without restrictions in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule to meet client and department needs.

NOTE:Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 (https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/crim-records-abuse-rules-dhs-employees-volunteers-contractors-407.pdf) 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 click HERE (https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/DAS%20Criminal%20Records%20Checks%20rules%20eff%202016%20Jan%204.pdf) 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.

Computer literacy with strong typing and computer skills on various software applications is required.

Physical Requirements.Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to drive throughout Deschutes County and to provide face-to-face services in a variety of settings in the community, including but not limited to hospitals, jails, clinics, client homes, and community and residential settings within required response times. Must have the ability to work in an office that is environmentally controlled; possess sufficient hand coordination to perform keyboarding and data entry; arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment; and an ability to sit, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, stand, grasp, talk, hear, see, and lift up to 10 pounds on an occasional basis.

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.

If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/hr/page/veterans-preference-information-and-instructions) for information.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible.

Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive health care package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following 1 month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.

Employer paid benefit offerings include:

+ Life Insurance for employee and dependents

+ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

+ Long-term Disability Insurance

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Retirement Program through Oregon PERS

+ Time Management Leave

Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:

+ 125 Flexible Spending Program

+ 457 Deferred Compensation Program

+ Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance

To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visitwww.deschutes.org/hrand click on Employee Benefits.

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This position requires a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science field; AND three (3) years of related experience in the behavioral health field, including lead or supervisory experience; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job. Do you meet the requirements as listed above?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications as listed above. Be specific with regard to education and years of experience.

03

Are you currently licensed without restrictions from a recognized governing board in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)? Please check the box that describes your current licensure status.

+ Yes, I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

+ Yes, I am Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT).

+ Yes, I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

+ No, but I am actively pursuing a license in Oregon as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC.

+ No, I am not currently licensed in Oregon as listed above, nor am I actively pursuing licensure.

04

Preference will be given for supervisory experience as a LCSW/LMFT/LPC and/or CADC II or III. Do you possess this experience?

+ Yes

+ No

05

If yes, please describe your specific supervisory experience as a LCSW/LMFT/LPC and/or CADC II or III and the number of people you were responsible for.

06

Preference will be given for knowledge and experience in working with dual diagnosis mental health and substance abuse disorder. Do you have this knowledge and experience?

+ Yes

+ No

07

If yes, please describe your knowledge and experience in working with dual diagnosis mental health and substance abuse disorder.

08

Preference will be given for certification as a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC) II or III. Do you possess certification as a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC) II or III?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Preference will be given for a Masters in Addiction Counseling (MAC) or the social work equivalent (CCATODSW). Do you possess a Masters in Addiction Counseling (MAC) or the social work equivalent (CCATODSW)?

+ Yes

+ No

10

This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule to meet client and department needs. Do you have the ability to work a flexible schedule to meet client and department needs?

+ Yes

+ No

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Successful candidates must have the ambulatory ability to drive throughout Deschutes County and to provide face-to-face services in a variety of settings in the community, including hospitals, jails, clinics, client homes, schools, etc. Applicants must also be willing and able to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions. Can you meet these requirements?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Are you able to meet the requirements of the position with or without accommodation?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

Deschutes County Human Resources

Address

1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201Bend, Oregon, 97703

Phone

(541) 388-6553

Website

https://www.deschutes.org/jobs

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