Behavioral Health Program Specialist

Benton County•Corvallis, OR

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Benton County is currently seeking a Behavioral Health Program Specialist. This position serves as a vital link between clinical teams and information systems, ensuring accurate data, efficient workflows, and reliable technological support across the division. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration, problem-solving, and technical expertise directly contribute to improved client care, program accountability, and the overall effectiveness of Behavioral Health operations. This position offers a hybrid work option, allowing for some remote assignments following Benton County's Telework Policy, but a fully remote environment is not an option. An initial training period will require on-site presence.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or two-year technical certificate.
2 years of progressively responsible experience in position or specialization.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
Applicants must have at least 6 months of work experience to receive equivalency.
Successful completion of a background check.
Valid Oregon driver's license or the ability to obtain.
Requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of clinical information systems and data tools, including experience working with OCHIN, electronic health records, Microsoft Office Programs, and technology used in behavioral health settings.
Knowledge of Behavioral Health system operations.

Responsibilities

Serves as a vital link between clinical teams and information systems.
Ensures accurate data, efficient workflows, and reliable technological support across the division.
Contributes to improved client care, program accountability, and the overall effectiveness of Behavioral Health operations.
Evaluates and improves Behavioral Health workflows, identifying efficiencies and supporting program-specific process improvements.
Communicates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including internal staff, community partners, state agencies, and the public—both in person and through phone, email, web platforms, and social media.
Participates in and contributes to inter-disciplinary teams, county initiatives, conferences, and professional presentations as required.
Maintains professionalism when handling sensitive information, including compliance with confidentiality standards, accurate documentation practices, and appropriate judgment in complex or crisis-related situations.
Provides technical support and training, including onboarding, refresher, and program-specific training.
Supports staff with OCHIN and related technologies, including troubleshooting, workflow clarification, and collaboration with SOS and IT support teams to maintain BH-specific programming.
Balances multiple technical support activities, trainings, administrative requests, and program initiatives simultaneously.
Coordinates division-wide trainings, staff meetings, onboarding processes, and general administrative functions, ensuring materials, logistics, and communication are accurate and timely.

Benefits

11 Paid Holidays
2 Floating Holidays
8 hours of vacation accrual every month
Sick leave
Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
$0 Health Insurance Premium
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
County contributes up to $1,900 per year to Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account.
Health Savings Account funds roll over from year to year.
Dependents up to age 26 are covered.
County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS after 6 months of employment.
County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary.
Free and award-winning wellness program with monetary incentives and prizes.
100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.