CORE Specialist - Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

Benton County•Corvallis, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Benton County CORE program is a law enforcement and behavioral health partnership between Benton County Health Services and law enforcement. A Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) trained police officer, and behavioral health professional will work shifts together to divert adults with serious mental illness (SMI) or a co-occurring disorder (COD) from the criminal justice system prior to arrest and booking. The CORE Team's approach will allow for real-time in-the-field interventions focused on assessing the needs of the individual, evaluating opportunities for diversion, and connecting individuals with community-based services. This position will work Tuesday - Friday 10am - 8:30pm.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy or a behavioral science field.
One year of health experience providing mental health services (for HCP2 level).
Two years of health experience providing mental health services (for HCP3 level).
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 (for HCP2 level).
PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure (for HCP3 level).
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.

Nice To Haves

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).
Experience providing crisis intervention.
CADC certification and/or experience providing addictions treatment.
Experience with short-term or solution-focused treatment therapy.
Experience treating individuals with SPMI, Bipolar, and/or PTSD disorders.
Experience working in the criminal justice system.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments utilizing the DSM IV/5.
Establish working diagnoses and treatment plans.
Prepare concise and complete reports and documentation related to client treatment, progress and services in a timely and professional manner.
Work within an Electronic Health Record system with advanced computer skills.
Work effectively both independently and in a team setting.
Act professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, clients, other agencies and the public at all times.

Benefits

$4,000 Hiring Bonus
One-time incentive for employees assigned to the Crisis Center to be paid after completion of probationary period
Training and Licensure support!
$1,000 annual Training Budget available
Reimbursement for Licensure fees or MHACBO certification available
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.
$0 Health Insurance Premium!
Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contribution.
Health Savings Account funds roll over from year to year
Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
Generous employer paid contributions !
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!
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!
100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!