Behavioral Health Specialist 2

State of Oregon
US - Oregon - Salem
June 30, 2024

Initial Posting Date:
07/01/2024

Application Deadline:
07/31/2024

Agency:
Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:
$5,747-$8,999 Monthly

Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:
Behavioral Health Specialist 2

Oregon State Hospital is seeking Behavioral Health Specialists. If you have experience developing and providing specialized treatment services that focus on evidence based psychotherapeutic and psychoeducational treatment, for both groups and individuals, we need you to apply today!

What you will do!
Provide group and individual services!

Document services and progress in support plans!

Provide in-service training and mentoring to unit and program staff!

Develop, review, and implement individualized behavioral support plans!

Interview patients to obtain pertinent information related to current behavioral and psychological functioning!

What's in it for you?

A position where your input and contributions impact the citizens of Oregon
8 hours of vacation leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month
Nearly unbeatable medical, vision, and dental benefits
Pension and retirement programs

This posting will be used to fill multiple permanent, full-time position. This position is classified as represented by a union, SEIU.

OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA's health equity definition is "Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices." OHA's 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here, to learn more about OHA's mission, vision and core values.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A Master's degree in psychology; social work; recreational, art, or music therapy; or behavioral health science
AND two years of progressively responsible experience related to the series concept (behavioral health).

A Bachelor's degree in nursing or occupational therapy AND licensed by the State of Oregon
AND three years of progressively responsible experience related to the series concept (behavioral health).

REQUESTED SKILLS

Preference for master's degree in a behavioral health science field.
Preference for individuals with experience in providing substance use treatment or working with individuals in preparing and adjusting to a substance free lifestyle.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Experience developing and implementing evidence based psychotherapeutic and psychoeducation treatment interventions, groups and individual interventions.
Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for individuals with serious mental illness.
Experience in providing training to program staff.
Strong skills for working as a collaborative member of a team.

Please ensure you've provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act, please contact Barry Lein

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Additional Information

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If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. for more information about veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process.
We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers at this time - unless specifically noted. 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.
If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test.
Please only attach documents that are related to the position. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed.
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The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. (critical elements of process).

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism.

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Behavioral Health Specialist 2

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