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Job Description
Summary
ABOUT 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 1,250 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:
Deschutes County is currently accepting applications for a Psychiatrist, Adult or Pediatric to join our Health Services team. This position will focus on providing out-patient services to underserved adults and/or children with a range of psychiatric diagnosis.
Key Responsibilities:- Services will include a full range of comprehensive psychiatric assessments, medication management, consultation, and clinical leadership within department multidisciplinary teams.
Knowledge of or experience with:- Psychiatric principles and practices, laws, rules and regulations governing the provision of care to patients in the State of Oregon.
- Processes, procedures and theories of clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment of behavioral health clients.
- Principles, practices and theories of clinical education of patients in the areas of psychiatric care.
- Providing licensed medical services in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.
- Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
- Working with computer applications related to work.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, community partners and other social or medical agencies at all times.
- Dealing with sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality of privileged information, as well as complying with all privacy and security regulations.
- Communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- Responding calmly and professionally in crisis, stressful, and emergency situations.
To request additional information, please contact the Manager, Behavioral Health Program at Employment@deschutes.org
*This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.
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Compensation
$9,221.50 to $12,357.68 per month for an 86.34 hour work month (20 hours per week). Excellent pro-rated County benefit package when eligible. This position is available immediately.
BENEFITS:
Effective January 1, 2026: Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 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 HERE for full benefit details.
Minimum Qualifications- Graduation from a school of medicine with a degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Psychiatry degree.
- Must be board certified or board eligible in psychiatry and have a physician license in the State of Oregon.
- Requires a current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate by date of hire.
- Experience in a public or community mental health position.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Necessary Special Requirements
Driving 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.
Possession of the required licensure to practice in the State of Oregon.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing and able to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.
Computer literacy with strong typing and computer skills required.
Candidates must not be excluded (or Opt-out) from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
All clinicians providing Mental Health services must be eligible to be enrolled in Oregon Medicaid as a MH Provider within the first 30 days for hire.
Physical Requirements: Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to drive throughout Deschutes County to different office or community locations when needed. Must have the ability to work in an office that is environmentally controlled; possess sufficient hand coordination to perform keyboarding and data entry; arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment; The position is frequently required to sit, walk, reach, stand, grasp, talk, hear, and see; may occasionally be required to stoop, bend, kneel, and may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
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
- 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Deschutes County
Show moreDeschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. The County has 1,200 employees and a $587 million annual budget. The County assesses property, records public documents, conducts elections, collects taxes, and provides a variety of key community services, including public safety, public and behavioral health, building inspection, planning and zoning, road maintenance and construction, solid waste and the operation of a large Fair & Expo Center. Indirect services that support county operations include finance, human resources, property and facilities management, internal auditing, information technology, legal counsel, and public information.
For the past decade, Central Oregon has been recognized as one of the best places to live. Deschutes County is conveniently located within a three-hour drive to Portland, Oregon, and within one hour of the Cascade Mountain Range. With an average elevation of 3,600 feet, the area enjoys a dry, high desert climate with cool nights and sunny days. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches.
The countywide population is over 200,000, spread over 3,054 square miles. Deschutes County is the fastest growing county on the West Coast and one of the most diverse economies in Oregon. Tourism brings to Central Oregon over four million overnight visitors annually. The Mount Bachelor ski resort attracts tourists from across the nation. The nearby Cascade Lakes are also a large draw for tourists.
Other local features include a vibrant visual and performing arts community, an outstanding restaurant scene, an extensive and respected health care network, and a high quality educational system.
The cities of Bend, (the county seat), Redmond, La Pine, and Sisters are the four municipalities in Deschutes County. Roberts Field Redmond Municipal Airport connects Deschutes County to other major western U.S. cities. In addition to excellent public and private K-12 schools, Bend is home to Central Oregon Community College (COCC) and Oregon State University’s Cascade Campus.
To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE.
Make the work you do matter. We hope you’ll consider joining our team.
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