Therapist - Corvallis Oregon

Company: Benton County
Location: Corvallis, Oregon
Posted On: 04/17/2024

Are you interested in working in a dynamic treatment setting? If you like to be able to get out of the office and have the flexibility to work with clients in less traditional but effective ways: this may be the position for you! About the ACT Team Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an evidence-based practice designed to provide comprehensive treatment & support services. ACT aims to provide intensive, highly integrated, community-based services from a multidisciplinary team of professionals. The target population is individuals ages 18 and over, who have a Serious Mental Illness who often have a co-occurring diagnosis of substance use disorder that impair their capability to live in the community. These individuals do not typically come into a clinic setting for traditional treatment. The ACT model aims to provide services in the most integrated settings as possible to maximize independent & community integration. The ACT Team takes the treatment service to them in their homes, shelters, sidewalks etc. Job Summary The Qualified Mental Health Professional provides recovery oriented, crisis and therapeutic case management to serve individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. Services are offered in individual and group settings utilizing evidence based clinical practice and skills and in compliance with program standards. Provide an array of services to a mixed caseload of individuals with mental illness and/or addictions. This position may provide specialized services depending on area of assignment. The Benton County Behavioral Health Department is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional to join the ACT 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. This role delivers intensive and highly integrated community-based mental health services to a mixed caseload of individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance disorders as a member of the multi-disciplinary ACT Team. Services are provided in individual and group settings, utilizing evidence-based clinical practices, harm reduction, trauma informed and skills that comply with program standards. This position includes a diverse array of job duties, including but not limited to, mental health assessment, services planning, crisis planning, and outreach. The Oregon Center of Excellence for Assertive Community Treatment (OCEACT) provides training and technical assistance to support new and existing Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs throughout Oregon. For more information about the ACT model, please visit OCEACT - Oregon Center of Excellence for Assertive Community Treatment The first review of applications will be April 11th. Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. This listing may close at any time after the first review date. 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 Dependents up to age 26 are covered! 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! Advance, learn and grow your career with a team committed to your professional development. $1000 reimbursement to toward continuing education available for each fiscal year. This covers licensure/certifications fees. Passing six-month probation required. Annual salary range of: QMHP - Health Care Professional 2: $61,448 - $82,932 QMHP - Health Care Professional 3: $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! 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. 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 health experience providing mental health 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. 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 health experience providing mental health 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. 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 Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $61,448 - $87,872 Annual Bonus/Commission: No More...

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