Marion County, OR
Behavioral Health Nurse - Assertive Community Treatment
Marion County, OR, Salem, Oregon, us, 97308
Salary:
$39.58 - $50.52 Hourly Location :
Salem, OR Job Type:
Full-time Regular Job Number:
557-2025-3 Department:
Health and Human Services Division:
HHS - BH - Adult Outpatient MH Svcs Opening Date:
10/24/2025 Closing Date:
11/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
04
Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
Make a difference in the lives of others by joining Marion County Health and Human Services (MCHHS) as a Behavioral Health Nurse. Here, you'll work alongside a passionate and dedicated team in a highly collaborative environment, striving to provide exceptional care and making a positive impact on the people and the community we serve. As a member of the MCHHS team, you will be part of a culture that values teamwork, professionalism, compassion, and mutual respect.
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements
Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field (e.g., health education, psychology, or social work); AND One year of behavioral health nursing, or other related experience; OR Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.
Marion County is recruiting for a Behavioral Health Nurse. To view the full job announcement, 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 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. 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 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. 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
Marion 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-mail if you wish to request an accommodation. Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.
Regular positions in this classification are represented by the Oregon Nurses Association (ONA). For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the ONA benefits package, , and select ONA Benefits from the left menu or Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) from the page links. Temporary employees are not represented by the union.
Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result. 01
To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?
Yes No
02
This recruitment requires possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon at the time of appointment. Please, choose the option that best describes your registration.
I am currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon I am currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse in another state, and can become registered in the State of Oregon by the time of appointment. None of the above
03
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have as a RN providing care to adults with serious & persistent mental illness (i.e., Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, etc.). (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more None of the above
04
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 05
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have working with adults with substance use disorders. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 or more years None of the above
06
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 07
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have providing medical case management/coordinating medical care. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 or more years No experience in this area
08
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 09
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have administering psychiatric medications, including long acting injectables. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 or more years No experience in this area
10
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 11
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have providing services to individuals who are experiencing homelessness. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more None of the above
12
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 13
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have working on a Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more None of the above
14
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. Required Question
$39.58 - $50.52 Hourly Location :
Salem, OR Job Type:
Full-time Regular Job Number:
557-2025-3 Department:
Health and Human Services Division:
HHS - BH - Adult Outpatient MH Svcs Opening Date:
10/24/2025 Closing Date:
11/6/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
04
Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
Make a difference in the lives of others by joining Marion County Health and Human Services (MCHHS) as a Behavioral Health Nurse. Here, you'll work alongside a passionate and dedicated team in a highly collaborative environment, striving to provide exceptional care and making a positive impact on the people and the community we serve. As a member of the MCHHS team, you will be part of a culture that values teamwork, professionalism, compassion, and mutual respect.
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements
Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field (e.g., health education, psychology, or social work); AND One year of behavioral health nursing, or other related experience; OR Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.
Marion County is recruiting for a Behavioral Health Nurse. To view the full job announcement, 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 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. 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 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. 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
Marion 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-mail if you wish to request an accommodation. Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.
Regular positions in this classification are represented by the Oregon Nurses Association (ONA). For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the ONA benefits package, , and select ONA Benefits from the left menu or Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) from the page links. Temporary employees are not represented by the union.
Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result. 01
To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and/or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?
Yes No
02
This recruitment requires possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon at the time of appointment. Please, choose the option that best describes your registration.
I am currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon I am currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse in another state, and can become registered in the State of Oregon by the time of appointment. None of the above
03
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have as a RN providing care to adults with serious & persistent mental illness (i.e., Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, etc.). (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more None of the above
04
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 05
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have working with adults with substance use disorders. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 or more years None of the above
06
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 07
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have providing medical case management/coordinating medical care. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 or more years No experience in this area
08
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 09
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have administering psychiatric medications, including long acting injectables. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 or more years No experience in this area
10
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 11
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have providing services to individuals who are experiencing homelessness. (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more None of the above
12
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. 13
Indicate how many years of full-time work experience you have working on a Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team (One year of work experience is equal to 2080 hours.)
Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more None of the above
14
Please specify the place(s) of employment where you gained the work experience listed in the previous question. Write NA in the box if this question does not apply to you. Experience listed in this answer must be supported by the work experience section of your application. Required Question