What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Mental Health Professional - ACT position at Benton County Oregon?
Job Summary
Are you interested in working in a dynamic treatment setting? If you like to be able to get out of the office and have the flexibility to work with clients in less traditional but effective ways: this may be the position for you!
About the ACT Team Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an evidence-based service delivery model that provides client-oriented comprehensive treatment & support services. ACT aims to provide intensive, highly integrated, community-based services from a multidisciplinary team of professionals. The target population is individuals ages 18 and over, who have a Serious and Persistent Mental Illness who often have a co-occurring diagnosis of substance use disorder that impair their capability to live in the community. These individuals do not typically come into a clinic setting for traditional treatment. The ACT model aims to provide services in the most integrated settings as possible to maximize independent & community integration. The ACT Team takes the treatment service to them in their homes, shelters, sidewalks etc.
JOB SUMMARY
The Qualified Mental Health Professional provides recovery oriented, crisis and therapeutic case management to serve individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. Services are offered in individual and group settings utilizing evidence based clinical practice and skills and in compliance with program standards. Provide an array of services to a mixed caseload of individuals with mental illness and/or addictions. This position may provide specialized services depending on area of assignment.
The Benton County Behavioral Health Department is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional to join the ACT Team. We proudly serve all Benton County residents regardless of race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services.
This role delivers intensive and highly integrated community-based mental health services to a mixed caseload of individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance disorders as a member of the multi-disciplinary ACT Team. Services are provided in individual and group settings, utilizing evidence-based clinical practices, harm reduction, trauma informed and skills that comply with program standards. This position includes a diverse array of job duties, including but not limited to, mental health assessment, services planning, crisis planning, and outreach.
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The first review of applications will be February 3, 2025
Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. This listing may close at any time after the first review date.
BENEFITS
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Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
- 11 Paid Holidays 2 Floating Holidays 8 hours of vacation accrual every month sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
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$0 Health Insurance Premium!
- Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
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In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account!
- Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
- You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
- Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
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Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
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After 6 months of employment:
- The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
- The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
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After 6 months of employment:
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A free and award-winning wellness program
- Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
- Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
- Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
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100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
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Annual salary range of:
- QMHP - Health Care Professional 2: $67,359 - $94,183
- QMHP - Health Care Professional 3: $71,383 - $99,793
- This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
- Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
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Have benefits questions?
- Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov
We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA community members. The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications are REQUIRED for this position:
QMHP - Health Care Professional 2 level (HCP42):
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; AND
- One year of health experience providing mental health services; AND
- Must be registered as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or be able to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
QMHP - Health Care Professional 3 level (HCP43):
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; AND
- Two years of health experience providing mental health services; AND
- PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law
Special Requirements
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Valid Oregon driver's license. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
Ideal Candidate
- PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure
- CADC obtained
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Anna Dennis, ACT Program Manager
Benton County Health Department
Telephone: (541) 766-6289
Anna.Dennis-Kelly@bentoncountyor.gov
Benton County Health Department
Telephone: (541) 766-6289
Anna.Dennis-Kelly@bentoncountyor.gov
Benton County Mental Health Services
Working at Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- This is a FLSA exempt position.
- This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
- This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
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