Mental Health Therapist 2 (Underfill) Assertive Community Treatment

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

Are you interested in fostering hope inspiring people to engage in their recovery journey and supporting people to live their best lives If so we have the job for you! Marion County Adult Behavioral Health is looking for mental health therapists for their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. ACT 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 ACT team takes treatment services to individuals wherever they might be their homes shelters sidewalks etc. 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 provide LPC and LCSW licensure supervision and are a qualifying site for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Apply today to be part of this talented dedicated and dynamic team!

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 (ACT). Services are delivered according to ACTs National Program Standards fidelity standards and OARs including using a person-centered and recovery-oriented approach.

Therapy

• Provide individual and group therapy to individuals using a variety of evidence-based practices as clinically indicated which may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS) Collaborative Problem-Solving (CPI) and Motivational Interviewing.
• Work independently to provide crisis assessment and specific intervention services including development of safety/crisis plans and suicide and self-harm risk assessments.

Assessments & Treatment Planning

Case Management & Consultation

• Determine individual service needs eligibility and appropriateness of services.
• Provide case management to include 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 individual case specific consultation to other providers and community partners which may include recommendations for risk reduction.
• Work on development of individuals natural supports.

Documentation

• 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.

ACT Fidelity

• Participate fully as a member of the Marion County Assertive Community Treatment 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.
• Follow ACTs National Standards fidelity scale and OARs.
• Participate in after-hours on call rotation to provide coverage to support to individuals in crisis and provide consultation and coordination with other agencies and providers. Hours of work may include weekends.

Miscellaneous

• Work with a team of clinicians and supervisor for clinical supervision treatment planning staff and departmental meetings and trainings.
• May provide mental health and/or substance use disorders education and training to other staff.
• May represent the agency on internal or external committees as requested by the supervisor.
• Driving is required to provide services in the community.At least 75% of services are provided in the community includingindividuals homes hospitals jails licensed care shelters etc.
• Perform other job duties as assigned by the 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 students waivered as QMHPs by the Oregon Health Authority.
2. Crisis Clinician 2 Only: In addition to the educational requirements above the Crisis Clinician 2 must have at least one year of full-time post-Masters degree experience in the behavioral health field.

• Must be either1) 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 (MHACBO) as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) within the first 30 days of employment.
• Complies with OAR (7)(a): Upon hiring all clinical staff on an ACT team shall have experience in providing direct services related to the treatment and recovery of individuals with a serious and persistent mental illness. Clinical staff shall have demonstrated competencies in clinical documentation and engagement interventions. Information regarding the minimum qualifications and physical requirements for the Oregon ACT team is available in section of the Oregon Administrative Rules.
• 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 - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.

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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; sits; stands; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; operates a keyboard; lifts pushes pulls and carries up to 15 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 15 lbs.; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a normal speech level; works in areas that may be exposed to heat cold humidity dust smoke (second-hand smoke) noise and chemicals (household cleaners); works in areas that may be wet or uneven.

ACT 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 ACT team takes treatment services to individuals wherever they might be their homes shelters sidewalks etc. To learn more about ACT you can visit this website:OCEACT Oregon Center of Excellence for Assertive Community Treatment

Heres what some the ACT team members had to say:
Being on the ACT team is unlike anything else Ive ever done. We meet people in some of the lowest points of their lives and empower them to build back a fulfilling existence. The work is rarely easy but our team is incredible. I love how the ACT model has us all work closely together and focus our various skills for the benefit of an often-ignored population. - Matt

It is meaningful to me to be a part of the team that creates continuity and to increase positive outcomes with members of the community with more obstacles than resources. They KNOW ACT will be there for them no matter what no matter when. - Sarah

I enjoy working for the Marion County ACT Team because I enjoy supporting people with my lived experience and I enjoy supporting people to discover recovery and to realize their potential. - Jason

It is never boring there is plenty of variety and you must be content with small victories. You do develop a close bond with individuals the caseload is small and practical tasks that set people up for wellness and finding hope. - Marlene

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 Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student 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.