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Behavioral Health Specialist I, Community Support Services

Salary

$5,055.17 - $6,774.40 Monthly

Location

Bend, OR

Job Type

Regular, full time, full benefits

Job Number

2025-00093

Department

Health Services

Opening Date

06/02/2025

Closing Date

6/16/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

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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 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, outreach, assessing functional skills and treatment needs, care coordination, crisis support, individual and group skills training, support for meeting basic needs, and support for gaining entitlements.

Typical schedule is office and community based Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

+ 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.

What You Will Bring:

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.

*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

$5,055.17 to $6,774.40 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

+ 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.

There are registration/certification requirements under the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) that apply to Qualified Mental Health Associates (QMHA) hired by Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS). Please see website for information on these requirements: https://mhacbo.org/en/.

There is no need to take action at this point. More information will be provided to candidates who progress to the final stage of the interview process. Registration and/or certification must be received within 14 days of hire date. Fees will be paid by DCHS if the candidate selected for the position meets the criteria for registration/certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience working with individuals facing behavioral health challenges, providing case management services and/or skills training.

+ Knowledge of resources and benefits for individuals living under poverty guidelines.

+ Experience working with individuals diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) populations.

+ Background in substance abuse or CADC I/II.

+ Bilingual in Spanish and English language.

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.

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.

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.

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.

01

This position requires a 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. 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

A background in substance abuse or CADC I/II is strongly preferred for this position. Please select which description best matches your background below.

+ I possess certification CADC I.

+ I possess certification CADC II.

+ I have other substance abuse education or experience.

+ I do not have a background in substance abuse.

04

If applicable, please briefly describe your substance abuse experience or training.

05

Are you currently registered or certified as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) in the state of Oregon or eligible for registration into the QMHA certification program? (To check if you are registered or certified as a QMHA clickHERE (https://mhacbo.org/en/) ).

+ Yes, I am currently registered or certified (QMHA-I) as a QMHA in Oregon.

+ Yes, I am eligible to obtain registration into the QMHA certification program within 14 days from the date of hire.

+ No, I am not currently certified as a QMHA, nor am I eligible to obtain registration into the QMHA certification program within 14 days from date of hire.

06

Preference will be given for experience working with individuals diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) populations. Do you have experience working with working with individuals diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) populations?

+ Yes

+ No

07

If applicable, please describe your experience working with people with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) populations.

08

Preference will be given for previous work with individuals facing behavioral health challenges, providing case management services and/or skills training. Do you have this experience?

+ Yes

+ No

09

If yes, please describe your experience working with individuals facing behavioral health challenges, providing case management services and/or skills training.

10

Preference will be given to those with knowledge of resources and benefits available to individuals living below the poverty line. Do you have experience in this area?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Please explain your knowledge and/or experience in this area.

12

If you have transferable or other skills related to the position that you would like us to consider, and they are not reflected above, please explain here.

13

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

14

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

15

Preference will be given for bilingual in English and Spanish. Do you speak and/or write in English and Spanish?

+ No.

+ Yes, I speak English and some Spanish.

+ Yes, I speak English and Spanish fluently.

+ Yes, I speak and write in English and Spanish.

16

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

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

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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