Qualified Mental Health Associate Crisis Specialist
Qualified Mental Health Associate Crisis Specialist
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10-08-2025
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$ 65566 - 94774
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1 Vacancy
Posted on :
10-08-2025
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Job Summary
- Benton County is seeking dedicated and passionate Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)to join our Crisis Team.JOB SUMMARY
The Qualified Mental Health Associate(QMHA) on the Crisis Team provides case management and skills training to clients diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness. Services are offered in behavioral health offices and in the community. There may be some individual and group settings utilizing evidence-based clinical practice and skills and in compliance with program standards. Services are provided under the oversight of a Qualified Mental Health Professional.Services are provided at the newly established Benton County Crisis Center (BCCC). This position will work non-traditional hours including evening hours.This position does provide specialty services and safety-net services such as mobile crisis mobile crisis intervention services etc. depending upon area of assignment.
What you will do:- Apply Theory in behavioral health and addictions diagnosis.
- Plan and implement intervention programs.
- Handle crisis situations.
- Work effectively both independently and in a team setting.
- Collaborate with team members.
- Act professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees clients and their families other agencies and the public at all times.
- Knowledge of or experience with:
- General concepts of mental health treatment substance use disorder treatment and community resources.
- Well-developed human relations interviewing and writing skills.
- General concepts of crisis/risk assessments.
The first review of applications will be on August 18 2025.Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered for interviews. The posting may close without notice after the first review date when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.Please Note:- This position is required to work a schedule of (4) 10-hour days which may include weekends.
- An employee working at the Crisis Center will be assigned a scheduled shift.
- The shift assignments will be either Day Swing or Night. Employees will be paid a shift differential according to their assigned shift.
- 6:00 am - 9:00 am; Days - None
- 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm; Swing - 9%
- 9:00 pm - 12:00 am; Nights - 12%
- All differentials paid are calculated on the base salary of the employees current wage.
- The department reserves the right to assign mental health stand by duties as operationally needed.
- This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- $4000 Hiring Bonus
- One-time incentive for employees assigned to the Crisis Center to be paid after completion of probationary period
- Training and Licensure support!
- $1000 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.
- In addition the County contributes up to $1900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account depending on plan and personal contribution.
- Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that arent traditionally paid by insurance i.e. Ibuprofen Tylenol and other preventative type medications
- You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
- Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
- Get ready for retirement.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! You can add more if you wish.
- After 6 months of employment:
- 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 ($100000) Life ($50000) and Long Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
- Annual salary range of:
- QMHA - Health Care Professional 1: $65566.63 - $94774.96
- This position is eligible fortwo salary raises within the first yearas long as your performance is in good standing!
- Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregons pay equity law.
- Have benefits questions
We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups women individuals with disabilities veterans and LGBTQIA community members. The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications arerequiredfor this position:- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology Social Work Counseling or closely related field;AND
- 1 year of related mental health work experience;AND
- Must be registered as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) with Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or be able to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.Special Requirements- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Valid Oregon drivers license. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
- Illustrating good time management skills and adaptability.
- Maintaining composure under stress and pressure.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees clients and their families other agencies and the public at all times.
- Working effectively in a team setting as well as independently.
- Preparing reports and documenting client services in a timely and professional manner.
- Demonstrating professional and ethical behavior.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information please click on the link:Oregon Pay Equity Law
Hailey Clark Crisis Program ManagerBenton County Health ServicesTelephone:
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west the countys 90000 residents like to say they have it all.Benton County Mental Health ServicesWorking at Benton CountyLiving in Benton CountyHow to Apply- To apply for this position click on the Apply button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the My Applications section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
- This position is represented by the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
- This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. For further information please see the following website:Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans preference please be sure to attach your DD214 and Disability letter from the VA (if applicable).
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling .
Helpful links and contact information:
Learn more aboutBenton County
Understanding the County Application Process
JobInterest Cardswebpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail ator by phone at .
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