Multnomah County
Behavioral Health Assessment and Planning Clinician - FLOAT (Limited Duration 2
Multnomah County, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Current Employees:
Apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range:
$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly Department:
Health Department Job Type:
Limited Duration Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt Closing Date:
January 23, 2026 The Opportunity:
Overview:
Corrections Health provides medically necessary health care to Adults in Custody (AICs) and Youth in Custody (YICs) in Multnomah County jails. Behavioral Health Assessment and Planning Clinician – FLOAT
Provides services of assessment, crisis intervention, counseling and care coordination for identified individuals in jail. Other services include case consultation, group facilitation, education, attention to evidence‑based practices and selected assigned administrative and client care duties. This assignment may float to any of the three locations within Corrections Health: the Multnomah County Detention Center (Downtown – adult population), the Juvenile Detention Center (NE Portland – youth population) and Inverness Jail Detention Center (Near PDX airport). This position is essential to the public health and safety, and requires reporting for duty regardless of County decisions to close or curtail other County operations. Responsibilities:
Conduct initial mental health assessments using current DSM‑5‑TR diagnostic criteria. Facilitate coordination and referrals for subsequent care. Provide direct client care through crisis intervention, counseling, and client education, including guidance on accessing community resources. Initiate, monitor, and discontinue suicide watch as clinically indicated. Primarily focus on providing a high volume of accurate bio‑psycho‑social, diagnostic assessments, risk assessments, treatment planning, and safety planning to clients entering mental health services. This role typically will not carry a caseload. Documentation:
Documents client care with precision, adhering to national evidence-based clinical standards. Utilizes Electronic Health Records and Multnomah County Sheriff Office databases for clinical note and encounter documentation. Care Coordination:
As the designated Responsible Mental Health Authority, the Behavioral Health Assessment and Planning Clinician – FLOAT is responsible for providing and receiving clinical consultation with Corrections Health staff, Multnomah County Sheriff Office (MCSO) staff, and external entities such as outpatient providers, partner agencies, and legal agencies. Consultations are conducted as clinically indicated for care coordination, ensuring that appropriate releases of information are in place. Also required to attend and actively participate in site‑specific staff meetings, clinical huddles, and any other meetings mandated by mental health leadership. Training, Development, Supervision and Consultation:
Must complete 12 hours of annual professional training and continuing education, per NCCHC standards and Corrections Health leadership. Required to complete all assigned management training. May develop and deliver training to Corrections Health, MCSO, and external partners. Must attend and participate in individual and group clinical and administrative supervision and consult with the Corrections Health mental health team and leadership on clinical issues. Minimum Qualifications / Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Must be a Certified Qualified Mental Health Professional – (QMHP‑C) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). QMHP‑C OR any license through the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists or the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current CPR/BLS certification (Valid certification upon hire). Other: The position requires a background investigation which may include being fingerprinted. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation. Employee holding the position is designated as an Essential Employee under Multnomah County Personnel Rule 3‑15‑015, Essential Employees. Preferred Qualifications / Transferable Skills*:
2 years of experience working in a fast‑paced clinical setting as a master’s level clinician providing individual and group psychotherapy, diagnostic assessment and treatment. Independent licensure in Oregon (e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist) or license eligible based on current education. Experience in a corrections setting or other secure setting. Experience in severe mental illness, risk assessment, and crisis intervention. Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling is desirable. Transferable Skills:
Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. Application Packet:
Must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed an incomplete application. Attach a Resume
demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications. Attach Master’s level transcripts
to be considered for this position. Diversity and Inclusion:
We don’t just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. 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. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference:
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Contact the recruiter in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions?
Recruiter:
Amanda Sinclair Email:
amanda.armstrong@multco.us Phone:
+1 (971) 5001688 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: 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. Job Profile:
6365 – Mental Health Consultant
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Apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity. Pay Range:
$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly Department:
Health Department Job Type:
Limited Duration Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt Closing Date:
January 23, 2026 The Opportunity:
Overview:
Corrections Health provides medically necessary health care to Adults in Custody (AICs) and Youth in Custody (YICs) in Multnomah County jails. Behavioral Health Assessment and Planning Clinician – FLOAT
Provides services of assessment, crisis intervention, counseling and care coordination for identified individuals in jail. Other services include case consultation, group facilitation, education, attention to evidence‑based practices and selected assigned administrative and client care duties. This assignment may float to any of the three locations within Corrections Health: the Multnomah County Detention Center (Downtown – adult population), the Juvenile Detention Center (NE Portland – youth population) and Inverness Jail Detention Center (Near PDX airport). This position is essential to the public health and safety, and requires reporting for duty regardless of County decisions to close or curtail other County operations. Responsibilities:
Conduct initial mental health assessments using current DSM‑5‑TR diagnostic criteria. Facilitate coordination and referrals for subsequent care. Provide direct client care through crisis intervention, counseling, and client education, including guidance on accessing community resources. Initiate, monitor, and discontinue suicide watch as clinically indicated. Primarily focus on providing a high volume of accurate bio‑psycho‑social, diagnostic assessments, risk assessments, treatment planning, and safety planning to clients entering mental health services. This role typically will not carry a caseload. Documentation:
Documents client care with precision, adhering to national evidence-based clinical standards. Utilizes Electronic Health Records and Multnomah County Sheriff Office databases for clinical note and encounter documentation. Care Coordination:
As the designated Responsible Mental Health Authority, the Behavioral Health Assessment and Planning Clinician – FLOAT is responsible for providing and receiving clinical consultation with Corrections Health staff, Multnomah County Sheriff Office (MCSO) staff, and external entities such as outpatient providers, partner agencies, and legal agencies. Consultations are conducted as clinically indicated for care coordination, ensuring that appropriate releases of information are in place. Also required to attend and actively participate in site‑specific staff meetings, clinical huddles, and any other meetings mandated by mental health leadership. Training, Development, Supervision and Consultation:
Must complete 12 hours of annual professional training and continuing education, per NCCHC standards and Corrections Health leadership. Required to complete all assigned management training. May develop and deliver training to Corrections Health, MCSO, and external partners. Must attend and participate in individual and group clinical and administrative supervision and consult with the Corrections Health mental health team and leadership on clinical issues. Minimum Qualifications / Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Must be a Certified Qualified Mental Health Professional – (QMHP‑C) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). QMHP‑C OR any license through the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists or the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers. Current CPR/BLS certification (Valid certification upon hire). Other: The position requires a background investigation which may include being fingerprinted. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation. Employee holding the position is designated as an Essential Employee under Multnomah County Personnel Rule 3‑15‑015, Essential Employees. Preferred Qualifications / Transferable Skills*:
2 years of experience working in a fast‑paced clinical setting as a master’s level clinician providing individual and group psychotherapy, diagnostic assessment and treatment. Independent licensure in Oregon (e.g., Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist) or license eligible based on current education. Experience in a corrections setting or other secure setting. Experience in severe mental illness, risk assessment, and crisis intervention. Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling is desirable. Transferable Skills:
Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. Application Packet:
Must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed an incomplete application. Attach a Resume
demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications. Attach Master’s level transcripts
to be considered for this position. Diversity and Inclusion:
We don’t just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. 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. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference:
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Contact the recruiter in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711. Questions?
Recruiter:
Amanda Sinclair Email:
amanda.armstrong@multco.us Phone:
+1 (971) 5001688 Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: 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. Job Profile:
6365 – Mental Health Consultant
#J-18808-Ljbffr