Manager, Behavioral Health Program

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 1,200 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:

This position will lead our award-winning Behavioral Health Crisis Program including the 24/7 Deschutes County Stabilization Center (DCSC). Services included in the Crisis Program include the 24/7 Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT), Forensic Diversion Team, Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training coordination, and Civil Commitment Investigations and Monitoring. Deschutes County Health Services is looking for a candidate with a strong vision and understanding of crisis services in a community mental health setting, integrated healthcare delivery and healthcare transformation. This leadership position is responsible for program development and implementation, evaluation of services and systems, operational logistics including oversight of the crisis budget, maintaining and building strong community partnerships and direct oversight of the 24/7, 365 Deschutes County Stabilization Center (DCSC) and mobile crisis. Must be able to function as part of a leadership team and collaborate with a wide network of community partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide group and individual supervision of crisis leadership team at DCSC and overall Crisis program operations.

• Attend state and national committees/workgroups pertaining to crisis work as well as represent DCSC to community partners on a local level.

• Establish and promote effective working relationships with grantors, referral sources, the public and other employees at all times.

• Perform other duties as assigned, including some after-hours availability.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with:

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of community behavioral health delivery systems, as well as program/departmental budgeting and working in grant environments.

• Crisis Service Delivery.

• Computer literacy with strong typing and computer skills.

Skill in:

• Leading and motivating staff.

• Prioritizing and managing complex tasks.

• Working independently as well as in a team setting.

• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Acting professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.

• Preparing concise and complete reports and documentation in a timely and professional manner.

• Grant management.

• Innovation and program development.

• 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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Review the full job description by clicking HERE.$8,313.53 to $11,140.91 per month for a 172.67 hour work month, PLUS a 10% shift differential. 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 HERE for full benefit details.

This position has been reopened until filled.

• Master's degree in a human services field; 
• AND five (5) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience, including managerial 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current licensure without restrictions from a recognized governing board in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).

• Behavioral health crisis experience.

• Mobile Crisis, Forensic and/or Civil commitment experience.

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.

Must have dependable transportation and be able and willing to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions.

For positions in the Health Services Department, incumbent must be able to be credentialed as a Clinical Supervisor for assigned service area in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.

Must meet provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (8).

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when necessary to meet client and department needs.

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.