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Deputy Director, Behavioral Health

Salary

$10,782.60 - $14,449.72 Monthly

Location

Bend, OR

Job Type

Regular, full time, full benefits

Job Number

2025-00164

Department

Health Services

Opening Date

11/13/2025

Closing Date

12/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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 clickHERE. (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:

The Behavioral Health Deputy Director serves as a member of the department's senior level management team and is responsible for the oversight of a wide variety of behavioral health programs, program integration, and care coordination. Ensures the quality of clinical services, acts as a key resource to the department and its services, and serves as a liaison between the Department and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Provides extensive and highly skilled administrative and clinical supervision over the Behavioral Health division.

+ Demonstrates a significant knowledge of services provided in the area of oversight.

+ Oversees, monitors, and manages the work of program managers, supervisors, licensed providers, or other professional staff.

+ Provides leadership and direction to teams and organizations regarding strategic planning, clinical services, program development, policy creation, and procedural standards.

+ Maintains and provides a strong knowledge of evidence-based practices in establishing and developing programs, systems, policies, and procedures.

+ Meets, engages, and collaborates with county leaders and community partners; builds and develops strong relationships, promotes healthcare transformation, and creates visions for goals, objectives, and desired outcomes.

+ Monitors operations; develops recommendations for improving the operations and processes.

+ Assesses, evaluates, and makes recommendations regarding psychiatry and complex mental health challenges; provides skilled psychiatric services to individuals or groups.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

+ Federal, state and county laws, codes, rules, and regulations governing health services.

+ Oregon Administrative rules and standards.

+ Techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of resources.

+ Regional health protocols and compliance standards for health issues.

+ Research and statistical evaluation principles and methods.

+ Techniques for investigating and resolving health issues.

+ Healthcare transformation and vision development.

+ Applicable federal, state, and local compliance laws and statutes.

Skill in:

+ Interpreting and applying County, state, and federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations.

+ Providing oversight, supervision, and recommendations to healthcare professionals.

+ Applying behavioral health principles and practices in a regulatory environment.

+ Working effectively with others to develop solutions for healthcare problems.

+ Solving complex medical issues and managing legal issues for staff.

+ Leading creative, innovative, and progressive thinking in a fast-paced environment.

+ Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.

+ Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.

*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 sentvia 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/847293?keywords=deputy%20director%2C%20h&pagetype=classSpecifications)

To be considered for this opening, you must attach a cover letter and resume; failure to provide the requested information may result in disqualification.

Compensation

$10,782.60 to $14,449.72 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This 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

+ Master’s degree in Public Health, Human Services, Behavioral Health, Public Administration, or related field;

+ AND five (5) years of related experience, including supervising experience;

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

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.

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.

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 Public Health, Human Services, Behavioral Health, Public Administration, or related field; AND five (5) years of related experience, including supervising experience; OR equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Do you meet the requirements as listed above?

+ Yes

+ No

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Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications as listed above. Be specific with regard to education and years of experience, and leadership experience(s) in public sector and/or union environments and providing supervision or direction to supervisors/leaders.

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As a community mental health program and local mental health authority, our focus is mainly on service to Medicaid, uninsured and high risk-high need clientele. Describe your greatest accomplishment in transforming health care. What were the keys to your success? What one thing would you do differently the next time?

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We value resilience and recovery. Please provide an example of your work at a community level to promote recovery and lessen community stigma about mental illness.

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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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