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    Behavioral Health Specialist 1, Qualified Mental Health Associate - Salem, United States - State of Oregon

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    Description
    Initial Posting Date:
    05/01/2024

    Application Deadline:
    05/15/2024

    Agency:
    Department of Corrections

    Salary Range:
    $5,232 - $7,281

    Position Type:
    Employee

    Position Title:
    Behavioral Health Specialist 1, Qualified Mental Health Associate (Salem)

    Job Description:
    Behavioral Health Specialist 1, Qualified Mental Health Associate (Salem)

    Oregon State Penitentiary - Salem, Oregon

    Oregon Department of Corrections

    The Oregon Department of Corrections is looking to increase their staff in their Behavioral Health Services (BHS) unit. This exciting employment opportunity exists within the Oregon State Penitentiary in Salem, Oregon. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates and may be used to fill multiple/future vacancies.

    ODOC's mission is to promote public safety by holding offenders accountable for their actions and reducing the risk of future criminal behavior. This position is represented by Association of Oregon Corrections Employees (AOCE). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute. Pay listed above is for a full-time employee, salary would range by hours worked.

    Duties

    The purpose of this position is to provide psycho-social skills development, substance use disorder treatment programming and implement therapeutic interventions identified on individualized treatment plans for clients. Group facilitation of therapeutic, recreational, social and skills training groups and activities will be the primary role of this position. Additionally, this position participates in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, case management, and transition planning. This position will make decisions regarding the delivery of education classes, individual and skills training activities and social and leisure skills activities and implementation of interventions prescribed. This position will participate in an inter-disciplinary treatment team or a multi-disciplinary team.

    What's in it for you?

    DOC employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life coverage through the Public Employees' Benefit Board (PEBB) and retirement benefits through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Paid vacation leave and sick leave are accrued monthly and wage increases are awarded in accordance with the applicable labor contract.

    Additional applicable incentives:

    Qualifications

    Your application will be reviewed to verify that you have:
    • A Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field.
    OR
    • A combination of at least three years of relevant work, education, training, or experience.
    OR
    • Possession of a current Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) certification.
    OR
    • A qualified Mental Health Intern, as defined in
    Required Skills
    • Conducting assessments (ASAM or similar - please specify)
    • Conducting initial suicide risk screening
    • Gathering information for treatment planning
    • Monitoring client progress
    • Facilitating substance abuse/relapse prevention/education classes
    • Individual skills training
    • Identifying release planning needs
    • Facilitating therapy groups
    How to Apply:
    • In the Job History section of your online Workday application clearly describe your experience as it relates to the minimum and general knowledge requirements and requested skills.
    • Be sure to demonstrate you have obtained any skills requested or required through education, work experience, or by showing you have transferable skills (i.e., skills obtained through military education or experience) that substantially relate to this position.
    Applicants must update their Job History in Workday. Applications submitted without updating Job History on Workday may not be considered.

    Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to an interview.

    In the Work Experience section of your online application clearly describe your experience as it relates to the minimum and special qualifications, requested skills, and/or desired attributes. Be sure to demonstrate you have obtained any skills requested or required through education, work experience, or by showing you have transferable skills (i.e., skills obtained through military education or experience) that substantially relate to this position.

    Failure to provide this information may result in eliminating your application from further consideration. A resume will not substitute for completing the work experience section of your application.

    Working Conditions

    This position is in Salem at the Oregon State Penitentiary. You will work in close contact with adults in custody in the institution setting and may be exposed to hostile situations or incidents. You will perform work inside a 24/7 facility, shifts may vary to include early shifts, late shifts, and weekends. You will have contact with adults in custody during treatment/consultation, at times out of visual range of security staff. You will be exposed to adults in custody that may become physically and/or verbally abusive and requires vigilance and awareness.

    Requirements for Employment

    You must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following convictions are likely to result in being disqualified for this position: felony convictions, computer theft, identify theft and fraud. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer.

    The Selection Process - We expect to
    • Initial review of minimum qualifications, knowledge, and skills.
    • Consideration of top candidates - Recruitment will review and refer the top candidates to the hiring manager.
    • Hiring manager will review your application and an evaluation of your education, experience, training, and overall professionalism of your application materials.
    • There will be interviews and/or testing to determine the best candidates for a position.
    • Background check and reference checks - All finalists must pass a thorough criminal records check and reference check.
    • Note - Your application materials will be evaluated for grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
    Benefits

    The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range. The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes family health and dental insurance, optional short and long-term disability and term life insurance - all of which can be tailored to individual needs. Also provided are fully paid retirement program, modest life insurance policy, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

    Additional Information:

    IMPORTANT: Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.

    Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

    We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights )

    ODOC is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. For more information regarding PREA please visit: United States Department of Justice.

    Veterans' Preference

    Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility. Please note - if you checked you are a veteran, you will be asked to upload your documents later in the application process, after you have applied.

    Questions

    If you have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter, Kelli Ketchum and reference number: Req

    The fine print:
    • Warning The system will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process - you cannot save your progress and come back to it later.
    • Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours. Please plan accordingly.
    • This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies.
    • We may also use other factors to help us decide who will move forward, such as your related work experience, education, and overall professionalism of your application materials.
    • Do not attach extra documents. We will only review documents requested in the posting.
    • ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
    • This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
    • Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.


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