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Mental Health Specialist 1: $26.45 - $35.31 Hourly Mental Health Specialist 2: $31.39 - $41.95 Hourly Join Our Team: Liaison for the Oregon Psychiatric Security Review Board!
Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals facing complex challenges? Lane County Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Liaison for the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) Team. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide essential support to individuals under the authority of the Oregon Psychiatric Security Review Board, residing in Lane County.
Join Our Team: Liaison for the Aid & Assist Team! We are also recruiting for a skilled Mental Health Clinician to join our Aid and Assist Team serving adults with severe and persistent mental illness and who are engaged in the process to determine fitness to participate in their own defense. This is a position for someone who is interested in systems level engagement along with client care.
About Us:
Lane County Behavioral Health is committed to improving the mental health and well-being of our community. As a member of our team, you will be part of a multidisciplinary effort that collaborates closely with the Oregon State Hospital, psychiatrists, residential providers, law enforcement, and the Oregon Psychiatric Security Review Board.
Key Responsibilities, PSRB:
- Provide monitoring, mental health treatment, and care coordination for individuals within the PSRB system.
- Offer therapeutic support to a select caseload of PSRB clients.
- Facilitate community-based restoration initiatives to promote individual participation and growth.
Key Responsibilities, Aid & Assist:
- Screening and assessment of adults with severe and persistent mental illness to determine fitness to participate in their own defense.
- Provide evidence-based treatments and supports to assist individuals in their recovery and restoration process.
- Serve as liaison between the community, contracted housing organizations, the Oregon State Hospital, and criminal justice systems to ensure coordination and communication among these entities.
Benefits:
- Telework Opportunity: After six months of successful employment, this position becomes eligible for part-time telework.
- Licensure and Clinical Supervision: Support is available for those pursuing LPC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure.
If you are dedicated, compassionate, and ready to make a positive impact on the lives of others, we want to hear from you! Join our team at Lane County Behavioral Health and be a part of meaningful change.
Apply today and help us build a healthier, more compassionate community.
*Lane County employees may be eligible for student loan repayment: See links below.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-
National Health Service Corps-
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm
*This is an AFSCME represented position*
Training:
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a mental health field, psychology, counseling, social work or a related field.
MHS 1 Experience:
- One year of some experience working directly with mentally or emotionally disturbed clients in the provision of behavioral health services is highly desirable.
MHS 2 Experience: - Two years of responsible professional mental health experience, including one year of experience specific to the program or area of assignment.
An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Special Requirements:
Notes : - This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.
- Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
- Please note that as part of the screening process Lane County will verify license and certification status.
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
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