$5,000 HIRING BONUS (Prorated by FTE)

• This position includes a program pay rate differential that is equivalent to $4,160 per year!!! (prorated based on FTE status).
• Benefits include:
  • Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
  • Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
• Position may be eligible for Rural Health loan repayment visit https://www.ohsu.edu/oregon-office-of-rural-health/oregon-health-care-provider-loan-repayment for more information.
• Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.
• Bonus Applicable to external applicants only, and limitations for re-hires will apply.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm- Community Outreach in partnership and co-located with Grants Pass Police Department

Participation in coverage for a rotating 24-hour afterhours line is required and compensated.

Overview

The Community Outreach Case Manager works alongside Grants Pass Police to engage proactively with community members who may have behavioral health needs. The case manager works to connect individuals with the resources they need including mental health and substance abuse treatment services available through Options. The Community Outreach Case Manager is knowledgeable of and works with social agencies and service providers in the community for the benefit of the people they serve. This position works directly in the community (downtown area, parks, community partner locations etc.) both with local law enforcement as well as independently to connect and engage those in need of behavioral health and other services.

Responsibilities

This position provides services which include: advocacy, crisis prevention and de-escalation, skills training, community navigation including connections to services and resources, recovery support, case management, transportation to appointments or connection to transportation resources, collaborative meetings with treatment teams and other external support. Drives agency vehicle and transports clients as required. Submits timely documentation of services provided using Electronic Health Record.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree in a human services field OR three years of experience providing services in a similar setting with individuals who have emotional and/or mental and/or developmental disabilities, OR a combination of education and experience that provides the desired skills, knowledge, and abilities required to perform the job.

Must be a QMHA on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.

-OR-

Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO.

Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass both a state-required background check and a modified law enforcement background check, and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives. We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients. Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change. We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.