Crisis Clinician 2 - Brief Resource Enhancement And Support Clinician - Relocation Offered

The Diversion Clinician works closely with Salem Hospital, Marion County Jail, and other community partners to address urgent/crisis situations that arise among individuals open to the BRES program. This position will manage a caseload of individuals with few to no financial support resources who are struggling to connect in the community.   The goal of the program is to divert from local emergency rooms, inpatient hospitalization and jail while helping individuals stabilize in the community. The individual in this position will be responsible for creating and monitoring individualized service plans and providing brief therapy. They will be responsible for managing a caseload with a wide range of acuity. This position requires a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide community stabilization for Medicare patients.

We offer the following recruitment bonus, prorated based on FTE:

• $2,000 bonus for employees new to Marion County starting on January 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.  Bonus will be included in employee's first paycheck.

For those relocating from outside of Oregon, we provide the following relocation package:

• Up to $3,000 reimbursement of moving expenses

• Relocation bonus in the amount of $3,000 (prorated based on FTE) as a one-time payment upon proof of Oregon residency.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Provide assessments and treatment of individuals and families, including groups; provide crisis assessment and intervention services and related duties as required. The primary responsibility of this class is to provide assessment and treatment services, crisis intervention, and treatment services, including intensive services, to individuals and their families with complex needs and diagnoses or to develop and implement specific services in the community.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work under a supervisor who assigns work establishes goals and reviews the results for overall effectiveness.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED Primary supervision of employees is not a responsibility of this classification; however, positions may act as lead workers as defined in the Marion County Personnel Rules.

• BRES Intake:  Screen all referrals to the BRES program for appropriateness.   Provide intake evaluation, set service goals for client's time in program.  Coordinate use of Crisis Associates as needed for clients in BRES with Respite Program Coordinator.

• BRES Case Management:  Connect client with community services including but not limited to benefits, community case management, community counseling, alcohol and drug programs, vocational resources, medical resources, and ongoing medication. Work closely with the Mental Health Specialist/ Associates at Marion County jail, Adult Behavioral Health.  Work closely with PCC and the Diversion Team to create alternatives to psychiatric hospitalization.

• BRES Brief Counseling for clients on limited, as needed basis.  Provide community outreach as needed at the courthouse, annex, jail, mission, Simonka House, or any community location where a client may be found.

• Complete clinical record documentation in timely fashion.  Meet performance expectations for time and billing standards.

• Participate in diversion program meetings weekly.  Provide case reviews of BRES clients.  Discuss potential clients and services.

• Provide weekly mental health groups to participants of Lotus House.

• Attend monthly PCC team meetings.

• Perform other job duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Response Level 2: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training.EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy, music therapy, art therapy or a behavioral science field; OR
• Bachelor's degree in nursing, or occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; AND
• One year of post-master's degree experience in the behavioral health field.

PREFERENCES

• Preference will be awarded to candidates who are LCSW, CSWA or eligible for LCSW.  Qualified candidates will be eligible for licensure supervision if hired.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be either: 1) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, 2) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers or 3) credentialed or registered through the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) within the first 30 days of employment.

• Salem Hospital Credentialing:  Must possess, or obtain within 6 months of hire, Salem Hospital Privileges.

• Must possess, or obtain within 6 months of hire, State of Oregon Civil Commitment Coordination and Investigation Certification.

• This position may be subject to the following:  Must not be excluded 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).

• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:  http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.

• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.

• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.

• This assignment is represented by a union.

• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.

• Typical Work Schedule: Tuesday

• Friday, 8:30 a.m.

• 7:00 p.m. with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of community mental health concepts or chemical dependency case management and treatment services; individual assessment, treatment planning and treatment protocols; mental health disorders and diagnostic classifications.

Ability to establish positive working relationships with other employees, individuals and their families, other agencies, and the public; prepare concise and complete clinical documentation related to individual treatment and progress in services in a timely and professional manner; work within a team and collaborate with team members; knowledge of and ability to act professionally with regard to a code of ethics and confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; stoops; climbs 1 floor of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts, pushes, pulls and carries up to 15 lbs.; move carts weighing up to 15 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to heat, cold, dust, smoke, noise, and chemicals; works in areas that may be wet or uneven.We offer the following retention bonus, prorated based on FTE:

• $3,000 bonus after six months of continuous employment
• $3,000 bonus after twelve months of continuous employment

We offer tuition assistance for employees interested in professional development towards a profession in behavioral health.

• Up to $20,000 to reimburse for tuition, licensure and/or other educational expenditures. According to the Marion County Administrative policies regarding tuition payments. The policy can be found at:  Marion County Tuition Payment Policy 303