Mental Health Associate
About The Position
Lane County Behavioral Health is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Associate/Family Support Specialist to work conjointly as a mobile crisis service responder for the Mobile Crisis Service program and as a case manager for the Mobile Response Stabilization Services (MRSS) program. MRSS connects youth and families to mental health services and provides stabilization after a mental health crisis. The position supports youth and families who have recently used Mobile Crisis Services and responds to crisis calls across Lane County in two-person teams. The program offers up to 56 days of additional support after crisis interventions. The position works on a multidisciplinary team that includes a Qualified Mental Health Professional and a Child Psychiatrist. Work includes community-based activities and related travel. The regular schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Wednesday through Saturday, 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Initial training is three weeks, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The program may involve overtime, nontraditional hours including nights and weekends, and some holidays. This is an AFSCME-represented position.
Requirements
- Meet one of the listed qualification pathways: a bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field with major coursework in a mental health field, psychology, sociology, or a related field; or at least one year of work directly with mentally or emotionally disturbed clients plus a combination of education, training, and/or work experience in behavioral sciences totaling two additional years; or at least three years of relevant work, education, training, or experience and the necessary competencies.
- Have the competencies to communicate effectively; understand mental health assessment, treatment, and service terminology and apply related concepts; and provide psychosocial skills development and implement interventions prescribed on a treatment plan within the scope of practice.
- Hold QMHA certification through MHACBO.
- Possess, or be able to obtain within one year of hire, Family Support Specialist status on the Oregon Health Authority Traditional Health Care Worker Registry and maintain it throughout employment.
- Have direct experience in a parenting role of a child with complex mental health needs, as required for Family Support Specialist status.
- Possess a valid driver's license at application and a valid Oregon driver's license by appointment.
- Provide an NPI; it should reflect an Oregon address by time of hire.
- Provide transcripts, a diploma (a copy of the original is acceptable), and a CV or resume.
- Successfully pass the ODHS ORCHARDS background check and mandatory CJIS FBI fingerprint-based background check.
- Consent to and successfully pass a drug screening test.
- Meet required license and certification status verification.
Responsibilities
- Provide family engagement and emotional support.
- Provide crisis support and de-escalation.
- Develop safety plans with families and youth.
- Provide resource navigation and advocacy.
- Build skills and coach parents and youth.
- Provide intensive case management to connect families and youth with needed resources.
- Help parents and caregivers participate in treatment planning and decision-making.
- Provide consistent follow-up and communication based on family needs.
- Maintain accurate records and collaborate with the MRSS team.
- Respond to crisis calls across Lane County as part of a two-person team.
Benefits
- Lane County employees may be eligible for student loan repayment through Public Service Loan Forgiveness and the National Health Service Corps.
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Job Type
Full-time
