Mental Health Therapist 2 - Assertive Community Treatment - Relocation Offered
Company: Marion County
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Did you just finish your master's degree? Are you just starting
your career as a mental health counselor or social worker? If so,
we have an exciting opportunity for you get excellent training,
valuable experience, increase your clinical skills, and receive
free licensure supervision!
Marion County Adult Behavioral Health hiring four mental health
therapists for their expanding Assertive Community Treatment ( A C
T) team. In this position, you would provide mental health therapy
to individuals diagnosed with serious and persistent mental
illnesses ( S P M I). You would get to work closely with other
providers on the adult outpatient team, including other therapists,
skills trainers, case managers, peer support specialists,
prescribers, and supported employment and education specialists. An
ideal candidate would have great communication skills, be flexible,
enjoy a challenge, and have creative problem-solving skills.
An ideal candidate would appreciate diversity in their workday,
enjoy being out and about in the community, believe that recovery
is possible, and love working closely with a team! We offer great
benefits, superb training, and provide L P C and L C S W licensure
supervision.
We offer the following recruitment bonus, prorated based on F T
E:
$2,000 bonus for employees new to Marion County starting on January
1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Bonus will be included in
employee's first paycheck. For those relocating from outside of
Oregon, we provide the following relocation package: Up to $3,000
reimbursement of moving expenses Relocation bonus in the amount of
$3,000 (prorated based on F T E) as a one-time payment upon proof
of Oregon residency. G E N E R A L S T A T E M E N T O F D U T I E
S
Provide assessments and treatment of individuals and families,
including groups; provide crisis assessment and intervention
services and related duties as required. The primary responsibility
of this class is to provide assessment and treatment services,
crisis intervention, and treatment services, including intensive
services, to individuals and their families with complex needs and
diagnoses or to develop and implement specific services in the
community.
S U P E R V I S I O N R E C E I V E D
Work under a supervisor who assigns work establishes goals, and
reviews the results for overall effectiveness.
S U P E R V I S I O N E X E R C I S E D
Primary supervision of employees is not a responsibility of this
classification; however, positions may act as lead workers as
defined in the Marion County Personnel Rules.
Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the
following
Provide behavioral health services to individuals with serious and
persistent mental health conditions and co-occurring substance use
disorders who are enrolled in Assertive Community Treatment ( A C
T), with the majority of services provided in the community (i.e.,
individual's homes, hospitals, jails, licensed care, shelters,
etc). Services include:
Provide intake and annual comprehensive mental health assessments,
including assessing mental health and/or behavioral symptoms using
a variety of standard assessment tools, individual functional
skills, determining treatment needs, developing individualized
treatment plans, directing provision of treatment services, and
complete other related required paperwork per Office of Mental
Health and Addiction Services Oregon Administrative Rules. Provide
individual and group therapy services to individuals using a
variety of evidence-based practices as clinically indicated, which
may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( C B T), Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy ( D B T), Collaborative Assessment and
Management of Suicidality ( C A M S), Collaborative Problem-
Solving ( C P I), and Motivational Interviewing. Provide case
management to include determining individual service needs,
eligibility, and appropriateness of services; making referrals and
coordinating with other agencies to obtain services and resources
for individuals; and advocacy and brokerage on behalf of client to
access community resources, benefits, and entitlements. Provide
crisis assessment and specific intervention services, which may
include development of safety/crisis plans and suicide and
self-harm risk assessments with supervisor oversight. Provide
consultation to family members and other responsible parties
involved in individuals' care and well-being. Work on development
of individuals' natural supports. May provide skills training
focused on daily living and community integration. Employee must be
able to drive county vehicles. Participate in after-hours on call
rotation to provide coverage to support to individuals in crisis
and to provide consultation and coordination with other agencies
and providers. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
in accordance with Federal, State, County, and treatment program
requirements under the direction of the clinical supervisor. Meet
performance expectations for time and billing standards.
Participate fully as a member of the Marion County Assertive
Community Treatment ( A C T) team as a supportive, reliable,
positive, collaborative, and professional team member during the
development of individual treatment planning, daily clinical team
meetings, and client crisis intervention. Work with a team of
clinicians and supervisor for clinical supervision, treatment
planning, staff and departmental meetings, and trainings. Other job
duties as assigned by your supervisor. Response Level 2: In the
event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report
to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of
their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work
an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must
complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person
training.
Requirements for the Position
E X P E R I E N C E A N D T R A I N I N G
Master's degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy,
music therapy, art therapy or a behavioral science field; O R
Bachelor's degree in nursing, or occupational therapy and licensed
by the State of Oregon; A N D One year of postgraduate degree
experience in the behavioral health field.
Preference Preference points will be awarded to candidates who are
L C S W, C S W A or eligible for L C S W. Qualified candidates will
be eligible for licensure supervision if hired. S P E C I A L R E Q
U I R E M E N T S
Must be either 1) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed
Professional Counselors, 2) licensed by the Oregon Board of
Licensed Social Workers or 3) credentialed or registered through
the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon ( M H A
C B O) as a Qualified Mental Health Professional ( Q M H P) within
the first 30 days of employment. Salem Hospital Credentialing: Must
possess, or obtain within 6 months of hire, Salem Hospital
Privileges. The finalist for this position will be required to pass
a criminal history background check, including finger printing;
however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an
individual for this position. This position may be subject to the
following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal
health care programs ( Medicaid, Medicare and other federally
funded programs that provide health benefits); A N D must not be
excluded from participating in federal procurement ( Federal
Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities ( Executive
Order No. 12549). Must possess a current driver's license in the
applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.
Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all
qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and
review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and
procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found
at: A P A P/. The finalist for this position will be required to
pass a criminal history background check, including finger
printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily
disqualify an individual for this position. This is a safety
sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for
this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug
screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and
Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: A P A
P/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518. This assignment is represented
by a union. This is a full-time position, which is eligible for
overtime. Typical Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00
p.m., with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department
and program. K N O W L E D G E, S K I L L S A N D A B I L I T I E
S
Working knowledge of community mental health concepts and/or
chemical dependency case management and treatment services;
individual assessment, treatment planning and treatment protocols;
mental health disorders and diagnostic classifications.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with other
employees, individuals and their families, other agencies, and the
public; prepare concise and complete clinical documentation related
to individual treatment and progress in services in a timely and
professional manner; work within a team and collaborate with team
members; knowledge of and ability to act professionally with regard
to a code of ethics and confidentiality.
P H Y S I C A L R E Q U I R E M E N T S
Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; sits;
stands; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs;
operates a keyboard; lifts up to 15 lbs.; pushes, pulls, carries
items and moves carts weighing up to 15 lbs.; speaks with a clear
and audible voice; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a whispered speech
level; may work in areas exposed to dust, second hand smoke
(outreach), noise, vibration or chemicals; may work in areas that
are wet.
Additional Information and/or Attachments
A C T is a multi-disciplinary treatment team that provides
intensive, highly integrated, and community-based treatment
services to individuals with serious mental illnesses and
co-occurring disorders. Services are designed to be provided in the
most integrated setting possible to maximize independence,
community integration, and recovery. The A C T team takes treatment
services to individuals wherever they might be their homes,
shelters, sidewalks, etc. To learn more about A C T, you can visit
this website: O C E A C T - Oregon Center of Excellence for
Assertive Community Treatment
Here's what some the A C T team members had to say:
We offer the following retention bonus, prorated based on F T
E:$3,000 bonus after six months of continuous employment$3,000
bonus after twelve months of continuous employment We offer tuition
assistance for employees interested in professional development
towards a profession in behavioral health. Up to $20,000 to
reimburse for tuition, licensure and/or other educational
expenditures. According to the Marion County Administrative
policies regarding tuition payments. The policy can be found at:
Marion County Tuition Payment Policy 303
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular
employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week
and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time
regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled
work week are not eligible for benefits.
Most regular positions in this classification are represented by
Marion County Employees Association ( M C E A). For a summary of
benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the M
C E A benefits package, click here, and select M C E A Benefits
from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association ( M C E
A) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are
represented by M C E A.
Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and
may change as a result. Pando Logic. Category: Healthcare,
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