Are you passionate about making a real impact in the lives of individuals with mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders?If you thrive in dynamic, community-based environments and want to go beyond traditional office-based roles, this is the opportunity for you! Join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, where flexibility, creativity, and compassion are at the heart of our approach.About the ACT TeamAssertive Community Treatment (ACT) is an evidence-based, client-centered service model that provides comprehensive, community-based mental health treatment and support. We believe in delivering care where it’s needed most—out in the community, where our clients live, work, and interact.ACT provides highly integrated services from a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including mental health clinicians, medical staff, and substance use experts. We work with adults (ages 18 and over) who have Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and often experience co-occurring substance use disorders. These individuals may face significant barriers to accessing traditional treatment settings. ACT’s goal is to support clients by bringing services directly to them—whether it’s in their homes, shelters, or other familiar settings—helping them integrate into their communities and lead independent lives.Job SummaryAs a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) on the ACT Team, you will play a pivotal role in providing recovery-oriented, crisis, and therapeutic case management services to individuals with severe mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. You will offer services both in individual and group settings, using evidence-based clinical practices, harm reduction strategies, and trauma-informed care to help clients move toward stability and independence.This position is key to delivering intensive, community-based mental health services. Your role will include:Mental health assessments and service planning tailored to individual client needsCrisis intervention and management for clients experiencing acute episodesCommunity outreach to engage clients where they live, work, and socializeCollaboration with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals to deliver integrated servicesEvidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mental health challengesCultural competence in working with diverse populations, ensuring services are inclusive and accessible to allClick here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.About UsAt Benton County Behavioral Health, we are committed to serving all residents of Benton County—regardless of race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay for services. We take pride in fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work environment for our team members and clients alike.Why Join Our Team?Impact: Be part of a team that makes a difference every day in the lives of those who need it most.Flexibility: Work in a variety of community settings, from homes to shelters to local parks.Comprehensive Training: Benefit from ongoing professional development and training in evidence-based practices.Supportive Team: Collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary team of experts dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care. The first review of applications will be April 10, 2025.Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. This listing may close at any time after the first review date.BENEFITSTraining and Licensure support!$1,000 annual Training Budget availableReimbursement for Licensure fees or MHACBO certification availableGenerous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!11 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 eligible family members without additional premium.In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contribution!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 medicationsYou never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to yearDependents up to age 26 are covered!Get ready for retirement.Generous employer paid contributions!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 programInteractive 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!Annual salary range of:QMHP - Health Care Professional 2: $67,359 - $94,183QMHP - Health Care Professional 3: $71,383 - $99,793This position is eligible for two salary raises within your first yearas long as your performance is in good standing!Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.Have benefits questions?Reach out to us anytime:[email protected] 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.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThe following minimum qualifications are REQUIREDfor this position: QMHP - Health Care Professional 2 level (HCP42):Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; ANDOne yearof health experience providing mental health services;ANDMust 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.QMHP - Health Care Professional 3 level (HCP43):Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; ANDTwo yearsof health experience providing mental health services; ANDPsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure.A Master's degree is required with the exception of a Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Occupational Therapy. Please note candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.Please ensure you have 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 click on the link:Oregon Pay Equity LawSpecial RequirementsHiring 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 CandidatePsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensureCADC obtainedQuestions regarding this position can be directed toAnna Dennis, ACT Program ManagerBenton County Health DepartmentTelephone: (541) [email protected] County Mental Health ServicesWorking at Benton CountyLiving in Benton CountyHow to ApplyTo apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.Answer all supplemental questions.After you ApplyYou will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.Additional informationThis is a FLSA exempt position.This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. 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. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.Benton County is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about Benton CountyUnderstanding the County Application ProcessJobInterest Cards webpageFor more information you may contact us by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 541-766-6081.PI266757773 Apply
Job Details
ID | #53752595 |
Estado | Oregon |
Ciudad | Corvallis/albany |
Full-time | |
Salario | USD TBD TBD |
Fuente | Oregon |
Showed | 2025-04-01 |
Fecha | 2025-04-01 |
Fecha tope | 2025-05-31 |
Categoría | Gobierno |
Crear un currículum vítae | |
Aplica ya |
ACT Therapist
Oregon, Corvallis/albany, 97330 Corvallis/albany USA