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Behavioral Health Specialist 2 – Qmhp – Bilingual Spanish/English
| Company | Oregon State Government |
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| Location | Woodburn, OR, USA |
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| Salary | $6123 – $8967 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
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| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
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Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in nursing or occupational therapy AND licensed by the State of Oregon AND three years of progressively responsible experience related to the series concept; OR
- A Master’s degree in psychology; social work; recreational, art, or music therapy; or behavioral health science AND two years of progressively responsible experience related to the series concept.
- Eligible for certification as Qualified Mental Health Professional at the time of application.
- Education and experience which demonstrates the competencies to identify precipitating events; gather histories of mental and physical disabilities, alcohol and drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts; assess family, social and work relationships; conduct a mental status examination; document a multiaxial DSM diagnosis; write and supervise a treatment plan, conduct comprehensive mental health assessment; and provide individual, family, and/or group therapy within the scope of practice.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive mental and behavioral health treatment and services to the youth in our care.
- Collaborate closely with a diverse team of experts, including contracted psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), or psychologists.
- Create and maintain a nurturing treatment environment within the assigned living unit.
- Cultivate an engaging atmosphere that fosters the growth and development of young individuals.
- Empower youth to embrace responsibility, adopt healthy habits, lead fulfilling lives, and engage in socially acceptable behaviors.
- Implement and sustain evidence-based interventions within a group living setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference given to those candidates that are bilingual in English/Spanish.
- Preference given to those candidates that has received licensure in their discipline.
- Certificates and/or work experience related to substance use treatment.
- Certificates and/or work experience related to sexual harming behaviors.
- Strong clinical skills with adolescents and young adults, with the ability to provide clinical work independently.
- Experience providing treatment in gang affiliation, anger management, fire setting, and violent offending.
