Yamhill County Health & Human Services
Therapist/Counselor and Program Coordinator
Yamhill County Health & Human Services, Mcminnville, Oregon, United States, 97128
Overview
Yamhill County has one regular, full-time position for a Qualified Mental Health Professional to provide behavioral health services and program coordination in a specialized setting. The Enhanced Care Facility (ECF) and Residential Treatment Facility (RTF) serve older adults and adults with disabilities who experience serious mental illness and co-occurring medical conditions. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team in a licensed residential setting, this position delivers person-centered services and supports (including assessment, treatment planning, therapy, consultation, and case management) to program residents. Additional responsibilities include general oversight of programming activities, offering training to program staff, collaboration with facility administration, screening referrals for potential admission, transition/discharge planning, and monthly reporting. This position works with a small caseload and offers a unique balance of clinical services and administrative responsibilities.
Responsibilities
Provide behavioral health services and program coordination in a licensed residential setting.
Deliver person-centered services and supports, including assessment, treatment planning, therapy, consultation, and case management to program residents.
General oversight of programming activities and training for program staff.
Collaborate with facility administration and screen referrals for potential admission.
Coordinate transition and discharge planning and prepare monthly reporting.
Maintain a small caseload while balancing clinical services with administrative responsibilities.
Qualifications Required
A Masters of Social Work, or master's degree in a social services field, or a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or Nursing, from an accredited school is required in addition to:
Behavioral Health Clinician:
One year of experience as a Human Services Specialist I.
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures ability to perform the work may substitute for the above.
Must qualify as a QMHP or CADC to work in respective fields.
May require licensing.
Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician:
Three years post-master's experience.
Active professional license in the state of Oregon as a Qualified Mental Health Provider (QMHP), (LPC, LMFT, or LCSW), OR be a non-licensed QMHP with dual credentialing as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC I, II, or III).
Experience working with older adults with co-occurring mental health and medical conditions and/or in licensed care settings preferred.
Candidate This position requires working knowledge of techniques specifically related to community mental health services and the following abilities: to understand the behavior of people under stress; to develop and maintain effective cooperative relationships with clients and their families, the community, physicians, law enforcement agencies, the courts, and public and private administrators; to interpret community mental health and chemical dependency services, and to prepare concise and complete client treatment and progress records. Typing/keyboarding and computer proficiency are required for documentation.
The successful candidate will be conscientious and collaborative with excellent communication skills and strong organizational and time management skills. It is important for the individual in this position to be detail-oriented, self-directed, and dependable. Must interact professionally and respectfully with others, be responsive to requests, and support person-centered services. Must demonstrate willingness and ability to adhere to applicable policies, and be open to feedback, learning and growth.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.
Other Information In order to qualify for most HHS positions, applicants must:
Must not be excluded from participation in federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare, and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits).
Must not be excluded from participation in federal procurement and non-procurement activities.
Our Community Yamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a desirable place to live in the Willamette Valley wine country. We are near Linfield University, Chemeketa Community College, George Fox University, and Portland Community College, with access to a variety of recreational opportunities and a high quality of life.
Required Information Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Yamhill County does not offer VISA sponsorships. The County verifies work authorization using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify personal traits. Documents with identifying information will not be accepted.
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.
Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process. For confidential assistance, contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or Human_Resources@yamhillcounty.gov.
Veterans' Preference Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications may be eligible for hiring preference. If you may qualify, a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form must be completed and submitted with the application. For the form and information please click here.
If you need assistance with completing an application or obtaining a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form, contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or Human_Resources@yamhillcounty.gov.
Status of your application Yamhill County communicates with candidates via e-mail. If you opt out from e-mail notifications, NEOGOV communications may be delayed.
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Responsibilities
Provide behavioral health services and program coordination in a licensed residential setting.
Deliver person-centered services and supports, including assessment, treatment planning, therapy, consultation, and case management to program residents.
General oversight of programming activities and training for program staff.
Collaborate with facility administration and screen referrals for potential admission.
Coordinate transition and discharge planning and prepare monthly reporting.
Maintain a small caseload while balancing clinical services with administrative responsibilities.
Qualifications Required
A Masters of Social Work, or master's degree in a social services field, or a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or Nursing, from an accredited school is required in addition to:
Behavioral Health Clinician:
One year of experience as a Human Services Specialist I.
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures ability to perform the work may substitute for the above.
Must qualify as a QMHP or CADC to work in respective fields.
May require licensing.
Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician:
Three years post-master's experience.
Active professional license in the state of Oregon as a Qualified Mental Health Provider (QMHP), (LPC, LMFT, or LCSW), OR be a non-licensed QMHP with dual credentialing as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC I, II, or III).
Experience working with older adults with co-occurring mental health and medical conditions and/or in licensed care settings preferred.
Candidate This position requires working knowledge of techniques specifically related to community mental health services and the following abilities: to understand the behavior of people under stress; to develop and maintain effective cooperative relationships with clients and their families, the community, physicians, law enforcement agencies, the courts, and public and private administrators; to interpret community mental health and chemical dependency services, and to prepare concise and complete client treatment and progress records. Typing/keyboarding and computer proficiency are required for documentation.
The successful candidate will be conscientious and collaborative with excellent communication skills and strong organizational and time management skills. It is important for the individual in this position to be detail-oriented, self-directed, and dependable. Must interact professionally and respectfully with others, be responsive to requests, and support person-centered services. Must demonstrate willingness and ability to adhere to applicable policies, and be open to feedback, learning and growth.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.
Other Information In order to qualify for most HHS positions, applicants must:
Must not be excluded from participation in federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare, and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits).
Must not be excluded from participation in federal procurement and non-procurement activities.
Our Community Yamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a desirable place to live in the Willamette Valley wine country. We are near Linfield University, Chemeketa Community College, George Fox University, and Portland Community College, with access to a variety of recreational opportunities and a high quality of life.
Required Information Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Yamhill County does not offer VISA sponsorships. The County verifies work authorization using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify personal traits. Documents with identifying information will not be accepted.
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.
Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process. For confidential assistance, contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or Human_Resources@yamhillcounty.gov.
Veterans' Preference Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications may be eligible for hiring preference. If you may qualify, a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form must be completed and submitted with the application. For the form and information please click here.
If you need assistance with completing an application or obtaining a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form, contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or Human_Resources@yamhillcounty.gov.
Status of your application Yamhill County communicates with candidates via e-mail. If you opt out from e-mail notifications, NEOGOV communications may be delayed.
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