Crisis Clinician 2 (Underfill) - Mobile Crisis Response Team

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

Marion County Health & Human Services Crisis Center is seeking a dynamic highly motivated masters-level therapist to join our innovative and dedicated Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT). MCRT operates as a forward-thinking collaboration between law enforcement and mental health professionals to provide timely compassionate and effective responses to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in the community.

MCRT consists of a law enforcement deputy and a qualified mental health professional (QMHP) working together to address in-progress crisis calls. Utilizing an unmarked vehicle to ensure discretion this team will respond to dispatches from both 911 and non-emergency police services.

The QMHP plays a vital role by quickly building rapport with clients in crisis conducting comprehensive assessments de-escalating tense situations stabilizing individuals in place when possible and connecting them with appropriate community resources.

This position offers an opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families during their most vulnerable moments. We provide on-the-job training 24/7 support and supervision for licensure to ensure our team members have the tools they need to succeed and grow. Join us in this challenging yet deeply rewarding role and be part of a team committed to transforming crisis response in our community.

Wages:
Mental Health Therapist 1: $28.67 - $38.42 hr
Mental Health Therapist 2: $34.78 - $46.60 hr

There is a 5% pay differential for riding with law enforcement.

Mental Health Therapist 1: Plans and carries out recreational social and skills training activities; performs case management and counseling functions with Adults in Custody (AIC); facilitates counseling and/or skills training groups; performs related duties as required. Primary responsibility of this class is case management and counseling without responsibility for developing and implementing specific programs in the community.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Mental Health Therapist 2 and 1: Works under the supervision of a supervisor who assigns work establishes goals and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Mental Health Therapist 2 and 1: Supervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification. Crisis Clinician 2 may act as Clinical Supervisor designee when needed. May assist in the supervision of practicum students and/or volunteers.

This position will be stationed in a vehicle with a sworn law enforcement officer and will respond to calls throughout Marion County.

• Provide mental health assessment and evaluation in the community in response to dispatcher calls. Deliver brief counseling and crisis intervention as needed to stabilize individuals in crisis. Collaborate with a law enforcement partner to assess service needs promptly and determine appropriate referrals. Facilitate referrals to appropriate resources including but not limited to the Crisis Center Salem Hospital Emergency Department outpatient mental health providers local service agencies community resources stabilization services and support groups.
• Attend trainings with local law enforcement partner to stay current on certifications and information pertinent to the position. This includes regular attendance with your law enforcement partner at briefings.
• Attend weekly and monthly meetings with the mental health/law enforcement service array as needed. Willing and able to drive a motor vehicle to attend meetings and staff meetings throughout county agencies.
• When not responding to dispatch calls go into the community to connect and build community partnering with other service agencies such as the Union Gospel Mission Simonka House NWHS HOAP project Senior Services Adult and Family Services Veterans programs Jail staff etc.
• Complete clinical record documentation in timely fashion. Meet performance expectations for time and billing standards. Back up the Crisis Center as needed or when law enforcement partner is not responding to calls.
• Perform other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. Possession of a Masters degree in Psychology Social Work Recreational Therapy Music Therapy Art Therapy or a behavioral science field or possession of a bachelors degree in Nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon or possession of a bachelors degree in Occupational Therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; ORsecond year graduate studentswaiveredasQMHPsby the Oregon Health Authority.
2. Mental Health Therapist 2 Only: In addition to the educational requirements above the Mental Health Therapist 2 must have at least one year of full-time post-Masters degree experience in the behavioral health field.

SPECIALREQUIREMENTS

• Salem Hospital Credentialing: Must possess or obtain within 6 months of hire Salem Hospital Privileges.
• 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); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
• Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants 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: 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: assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. with a working lunch.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; stoops; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts pushes pulls and carries up to 20 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 20 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; distinguishes colors and shades; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to heat cold humidity dust smoke vibration noise and chemicals; works in areas that may be wet or uneven. A ballistic vest (approx. 5-7 lbs.) is required to be worn under clothing at all times when responding in the community to a call for service.

We offer tuition assistance for employees interested in professional development.

• Up to $1500 per year to reimburse for tuition licensure and/or other educational expenditures. According to the Marion County policy administrative policies regarding tuition payments. The policy can be found at: Marion County Tuition Payment Policy 303

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP
Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hireyou will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225 408.230 and 408.235 and OAR and . Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at County is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation through Human Resources in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mailHuman Resourcesif you wish to request an accommodation.