- Possession of a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy or a behavioral science field, or possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon, or possession of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; ORsecond year graduate studentswaiveredasQMHP'sby the Oregon Health Authority.
- 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-Master's degree experience in the behavioral health field.
- 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 (MHACBO) as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) within the first 30 days of employment.
- 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
- 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 finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; 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.
- This assignment is represented by a union.
- This is a temporary part-time relief position, which is eligible for overtime.
- Typical Work Schedule: Days, with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.
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Crisis Clinician - Salem, United States - Marion County, OR
Description
This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants and will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for recruitment T , you do not need to reapply.New applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice.
The Marion County Crisis Center provides 24hr, 7days a week walk-in mental health services to the greater Salem area and all of Marion County.
The Mental Health Specialist in this position will provide crisis mental health assessments to individuals in need as well as brief case management, resource identification, and referral options.
This temporary position, filling open shifts and backup, provides crisis Mental Health treatment at our crisis center and occasionally in hospital settings.
This individual will be knowledgeable about the community options and services available.Specifically, this position will offer the opportunity to engage the Salem community in identifying services and resources that will support and empower clients in the community.
This position may serve both Woodburn and Salem locations.Wages:
Mental Health Therapist 1:
$ $36.94 hr
Mental Health Therapist 2:
$ $44.80 hr
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Mental Health Therapist 2:
Provide assessments and treatment of individuals and families, including groups; provides crisis assessment and intervention services and related duties as required.
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 and/or to develop and implement specific services in the community.
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.
Counseling to Crisis Clients:
Provide counseling by telephone or in-person to individuals and/or their families or concerned others. Intervene with both children and adults.
Presenting problems covering the full range of personal needs and include thoughts/plans or violence toward others, and major psychiatric illness.
Because of the wide spectrum of presenting problems, it is necessary to have a comprehensive knowledge of psychopathology and to be able to draw upon a wide range of therapeutic strategies in counseling.
This work is done at two different locations each day (at the Salem Hospital Emergency Dept. and at PCC), so driving is required.Assessment of Mental Status:
Perform independent assessment of mental status, diagnosis, level of functioning, dangerousness, and specific needs for service. Screen individual for psychiatric hospitalization.
Planning Development:
Develop plan with client/family to address immediate needs and plans to obtain services.
If client is unwilling to seek services, make decisions regarding involuntary commitment based on dangerousness and ability to care for self.
Community Coordination:
Maintain current knowledge of, and contact with, community agencies in order to make referrals appropriately.
See that clients gain access to the services they need, and do follow-up work as needed, to make certain that client's needs are being met.
Advocacy for Client's Rights:
Provide advocacy for client rights, ethical consideration, needs for service and least restrictive care-intervention.
Requests for information:
Respond to requests for information regarding clients not currently in the CSS, requiring a thorough knowledge of laws governing the release of confidential information.
Attend monthly PCC team meetingOther 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.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
SPECIALREQUIREMENTS
The policy can be found at:
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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; sits; stands; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs; operates a keyboard; lifts, pushes, pulls and moves carts weighing up to 20 lbs.; carries items weighing up to 10 lbs.; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12 pt.
font; hears a normal speech level; may work in areas exposed to heat, cold, humidity, dust or household cleaning chemicals such as bleach, etc.
