Behavioral Health Specialist I, Corrections

ABOUT THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE:
The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.
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 work with inmates at the Deschutes County Jail to promote integration and collaboration with the Behavioral Healthcare system and the criminal justice system. The incumbent will be providing ongoing communication and collaboration with jail, law enforcement, court system, and other partners assisting individuals with multiple needs, to support jail diversion and/or community re-entry efforts.

Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule including regular and split shifts during the day, evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the Sheriff's Office and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide variety of duties to assist in delivering recovery-oriented services and planning for inmate release.
• Prepare concise and complete reports and documentation related to client treatment, progress and services in a timely manner.

What You Will Bring:
Knowledge of or experience with:

• Behavioral health and chemical dependency theory.
• Advanced interpersonal sensitivity and human relations skills to work effectively with the population served including the ability to understand client situations and values.

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Working effectively both independently and in a team setting within a corrections facility.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, agencies and the public at all times.
• Acting professionally with regard to code of ethics and confidentiality.

*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. $4,879.33 to $6,538.74 per month for a 173.33 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union represented 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 HEREfor full benefit details.Bachelor's degree in a behavioral sciences field; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
There are registration/certification requirements under the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) that apply to Qualified Mental Health Associates (QMHA) hired by Deschutes County. Please see website for information on these requirements: https://mhacbo.org/en/
There is no need to take action at this point. More information will be provided to candidates who progress to the final stage of the interview process. Registration and/or certification fees will be paid by DCSO, if the candidate selected for the position meets the criteria for registration/certification.
Preference will be given for:

• Experience and training in drug/substance and alcohol abuse.
• Experience working in a corrections or confined environment-type setting.
• Experience working with high-conflict populations involving emotionally distressed clients.

Application and Selection Process:
Candidates are required to meet certain standards in order to be considered for hire by the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, including the ability to maintain physical and mental capabilities to complete required job tasks. The selection process includes a thorough examination of the application, attachments, and supplemental responses. The application review will be used to assess each candidate's ability to follow instructions and give complete and accurate information in written form. Additional minimum qualifications include passing a pre-qualifying driving record review and criminal history background check. A current driver's license number and the state of origin are required.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 pass a pre-qualifying driving record review and criminal history background.

• A current driver's license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate driver's license number and state of origin on their application under the Personal Information section.

Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule as outlined under the Summary section of this posting.
Physical Requirements. Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to provide face-to-face services in a variety of settings including but not limited to hospitals, jails and clinics within required response times. 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; and an ability to sit, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, stand, grasp, talk, hear, see, and lift up to 10 pounds on an occasional basis.Employment Type: Regular, full time, full benefits