SummaryABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community-based settings.
Deschutes County Behavioral Health (DCBH) is the Community Mental Health Program providing safety net and core clinical services for community members in Deschutes County dealing with mental health and substance use conditions. DCBH is also a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). As such, DCBH relies on multi-disciplinary teams to provide innovative, evidence-based, recovery-oriented services in behavioral healthcare settings co-located with physical health providers.
To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE. ABOUT THE COUNTY:We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:The Access Team Supervisor position is responsible for providing full clinical and administrative supervision to a dedicated team that manages most intake and referral processes for the county’s Behavioral Health Department. Previous relevant clinical experience in supervision, assessments, screenings, treatment planning and intake/referral processes preferred.
This position requires the ability to work with numerous DCBH clinical and administrative teams, along with community partners, such as medical clinics, hospitals, jails, schools, and social service agencies, to name a few. In addition, the application of specialized knowledge in the area of trauma informed care, substance use disorder treatment, as well as an understanding of being a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) and their metrics. Strong skills in the area of behavioral health clinical supervision, differential diagnosis, EBP interventions, recovery focused, and integrated client-centered treatment is necessary.
The Access Team plays an integral role in helping people get into needed services and increasing their engagement in treatment. The ability to communicate clearly about challenges, competing deadlines, and priorities is also essential. We seek candidates who are highly adaptable to changing priorities and interruptions to workflow. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented and adept at multitasking.
Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, though an adjusted work schedule can be discussed.
This position is primarily located in Bend, though travel to clinic sites in Redmond and La Pine is required. Some remote work maybe be allowed by policy and approved by the manager.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversight, development, and direction of clinicians who conduct behavioral health assessments, screenings and treatment plans, and who provide care coordination and referral services.
- Clinical and administrative supervision, to include diagnostic consults, ethics, managing schedules, review of compliance/quality standards, and productivity, to hi-light a few areas.
- Close collaboration and coordination with internal clinical/administrative and community partners regarding referral processes.
What You Will Bring:Knowledge of or experience with:
- DSM 5 and differential diagnoses.
- Clinical interviewing and documentation skills.
- State and Federal Rules that outline compliance standards.
Skill in:
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Use of electronic health records systems. EPIC platform preferred.
- Managing competing demands and supporting staff through change.
* This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
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HERE. Compensation$7,113.14 to $9,532.28 per month for a 172.67-hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
BENEFITS:Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click
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This position is re-opened until filled.Minimum Qualifications- Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral science field;
- AND three (3) years of related experience in the behavioral health field, including lead or supervisory experience;
- OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
Must possess current licensure without restrictions from a recognized governing board with the ability to be licensed in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
Preferred Qualifications:- Previous supervisory experience as a LCSW, LPC, LMFT and/or CADC II or III.
- Knowledge and experience in working with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders.
- Certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor (CADC) II or III.
- Masters in Addiction Counseling (MAC) or the social work equivalent (CCATODSW).
- Bilingual in Spanish and English communication.
Necessary Special RequirementsDriving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing and able to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
Must meet provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules ( OARs ) 309-019-0125 (8).
NOTE: Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit/Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted. These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.195, 181A.200, 409.027 AND 413.036 of the County’s employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules. Please click HERE to review Criminal Records Check Rules. All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit/Orchards to work in this position.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
Employer paid benefit offerings include: - Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include: - 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.
