Transform Lives and Shape the Future: Join Us as a Community Mental Health Therapist to Work with Diverse Populations, Embrace an Integrative Approach, and Be a True Agent of Change!
Job Summary
The Benton County Health Department is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional - Outpatient Adult Specialist to join the team. We proudly serve all Benton County residents regardless of race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. In this role you will provide an array of services to a caseload of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring addiction disorders. Services are provided in office and in the community; and range from individual therapy, group therapy and case management. This role may provide specialty services, such as residential case management and intensive services. Mental health services are co-located with Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Primary Care and Dental. In this position, you will work independently and as part of an integrated team; and may provide specialized services depending on area of assignment. Clinical supervision may be offered to those seeking licensure.
Please Note:- This position can be filled at a 2 or 3 level depending on qualifications.
- Health Care Professional 2 Salary Range: $61,448 - $82,932
- Health Care Professional 3 Salary Range: $65,119 - $87,872
- This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
- $1,000 Training Budget available
- Reimbursement of Licensure fees or MHACBO certification
The first review of applications will be on October 2, 2024.
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.
Your Total Compensation/Benefits- Spend more time with your family, friends and get back to doing what you love!
- 10 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 whole family without paying a dime.
- The county currently pays up to $10.28 per hour to cover your health benefits ($1,781 a month for a family plan, $21,372 a year).
- In addition, the county contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Retirement account!
- Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t 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.
- Get ready for retirement. Save money without putting in money!
- 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.
- 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 ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
- Annual salary range of:
- QMHP - Health Care Professional 2 Salary Range: $61,448 - $82,932
- QMHP - Health Care Professional 3 Salary Range: $65,119 - $87,872
- This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year. Increases are given at the end of the 6 month probationary period and at the 1 year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
- For most employees who take advantage of health benefits the salary only makes up 60% of their total compensation. The County invests in you and your family!
- 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 QualificationsThe following minimum qualifications are required for this position:QMHP - Health Care Professional 2 level:- Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; AND
- One year of experience providing mental health outpatient services; AND
- Must be registered as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or be able to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
QMHP - Health Care Professional 3 level:- Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; AND
- Two years of experience providing mental health outpatient services; AND
- PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure.
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.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 Special Requirements- Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
- Valid Oregon driver's license. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
Ideal Candidate- PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure
- CADC obtained
Questions regarding this position can be directed toAshley Talamantes, Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinical Program Manager
Benton County Health Services
541-766-0144
Working & Living in Benton CountyPerfectly 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 county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”
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How 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.
After you Apply- 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.
Additional information- This is a FLSA exempt position.
- 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.
- This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
- 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 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's 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 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.
Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about
Benton CountyUnderstanding the County Application ProcessJob Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at
recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
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