What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist II, Crisis Team (Night Shift) position at Deschutes County Human Resources?
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.
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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 Specialist II on the Crisis Team provides phone and face-to-face crisis screenings and referrals involving a variety of situations including high-risk children and adults needing hospital, residential or respite care. Clinicians may perform a variety of treatment services for both voluntary and involuntary clients including, but not limited to, comprehensive assessments, case management consultation, and crisis intervention. Services are provided at the Deschutes County Stabilization Center (DCSC) and, as needed, in the community to support our Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT).
This is a night shift position and typical working hours include Wednesday to Friday from 7:00pm to 7:30am. Will be required to work some holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Apply theory in behavioral health and addictions diagnosis.
- Plan and implement intervention programs.
- Handle crisis situations.
- Work effectively both independently and in a team setting.
- Collaborate with team members.
- Act professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, clients and their families, other agencies and the public at all times.
Knowledge of or experience with:
- Community behavioral health and addictions concepts.
- Client assessment and case management.
- Treatment services, planning and protocols.
- Behavioral health disorders, substance use disorders and diagnostic classifications.
- Psychological, sociological and psychiatric theories.
- Well-developed human relations skills with an appreciable interpersonal sensitivity and awareness of client situations and values.
- Interviewing and counseling skills.
- Writing skills to prepare clear and concise reports.
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$5,874.36 to $7,872.20 per month for a 173.33 hour work month.
$6,168.09 to $8,265.83 per month for a 173.33 hour work month for those possessing current licensure 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).
Plus a 10% shift differential for night shift. 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 for full benefit details.
This posting is opened until filled.- Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy or a behavioral science field;
- AND one (1) year of experience in the behavioral health field;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.
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:
- Current licensure 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).
- Previous experience providing crisis intervention.
- Previous experience with SPMI.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish communication.
NOTE: Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 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 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 have dependable transportation and be willing and able to drive throughout the tri-county area in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.
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.
Salary : $5,874 - $8,266