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.
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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 Health Services Supervisor (RN) will work within the outpatient community Behavioral Health (BH) program. This position functions as a key component of the department's leadership team. Incumbent reports directly to the BH Medical Team Manager and requires collaboration with Program Managers, Supervisors, and clinical teams across the department; Health Services administrative staff; and community providers. The Health Services Supervisor works in coordination with the BH Medical Director to provide leadership and supervisory direction to the operations of the BH Medical Team. Responsibilities include direct supervision of RN staff, program planning and development, and assistance with coordination, evaluation and oversight of medical team services including quality assurance and daily operations in collaboration with department management. Responsibilities also include providing direct RN services to behavioral health clients and coordination/collaboration with other medical providers in support of an integrated care model with physical health.
This position is located in Deschutes County and may be eligible for hybrid of in-office/remote work as allowed by policy and approved by the supervisor.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide leadership and supervision to RN Staff and Harm Reduction Staff
- Engage in program planning and development.
- Collaborate with Leadership, Supervisors, clinical teams, and community partners to ensure high quality clinical services.
What You Will Bring: Knowledge of or experience with:
- Diagnosis and treatment practices including state and federal requirements
- Principles and practices of nursing and community behavioral health.
- Supervision best practices and related personnel laws.
- Excellent communications and writing skills.
Skill in:
- Effective leadership, interpersonal, technical, and organizational skills.
- Strong facilitation and collaboration skills.
- Excellent communications and writing skills.
- Critical thinking skills and ability to respond to personnel and programmatic issues.
- Independent judgment and problem solving skills.
- Organizational, problem solving and strategic planning skills.
- Motivate and inspire others to work well in a team environment.
- Respond rapidly to a situation and think critically and independently.
- Organize, lead, analyze and execute the effective delivery of the program and projects assigned.
- Organize, prioritize, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff.
- Provide ongoing training and coaching to staff.
- Act professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.
- Prepare concise and complete reports and documentation.
*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. This position is available immediately.
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 opened until filled with first review of applications on August 26, 2024. Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in a Health, Behavioral Health, Business, Public Administration or related field;
- AND five (5) years of related experience, including supervisory experience;
- OR an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
This position requires possession of a Registered Nurse (RN) license without restrictions in the State of Oregon.
Preference will be given for: - A Master's degree in nursing or other health related field and three years of experience in a behavioral health field.
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.
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.
