Supported Education Specialist ($5k sign on bonus)

Yamhill County has one regular, full-time position for a Supported Education Specialist (QMHA) to work as part of Community Support Services (CSS) programs serving individuals diagnosed with serious mental illnesses, many of whom have co-occurring substance use disorders. The Supported Education Specialist works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver individualized, person-centered services and supports in a community-based setting to program participants pursuing education. Duties include developing and implementing service plans, developing and carrying out behavior support strategies, offering individual skills training, acting as a resource, partnering with community agencies, providing complex interventions as well as overall structure and behavioral health support, and documenting services in an electronic. Visit https://osece.org/ to learn more about the model.
The Benefits:
Yamhill County offers generous employee benefits effective the firstyear of employment:

• 15 paid holidays per year.
• 19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time (FET) accrual in the first year (based on an 8-hr day).**
• PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions.
• Full health benefit offerings with employee premiums starting as low as $53.94/month for current plan year. **

Additional benefits for HHS employees:

• This position qualifies for a $5,000 hiring bonus - $2,500 to be paid at hire and $2,500 to be paid at the successful completion of the probationary period.
• $750 and 40 hours of paid time annually for professional development/training.
• $200 annually toward required license and/or certification fees.
• HRSA/NHSC approved site with many loan repayment opportunities available.
• Qualifying employer for public service student loan forgiveness.
• Most positions are eligible to accrue overtime.*

*Subject to the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement (7/1/2023 - 6/30/2026).

The Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field required AND at least one year of experience.
• (OR) Master's degree.
• (OR) An appropriate combination of education and experience may be substituted for a degree in achieving a variance for required education and service qualification, as determined by the State of Oregon.

• Must qualify as a QMHA.
• Must have an NPI number or be able to get one upon employment.
• May be subject to the successful completion of a background check.

The Candidate:
As a successful candidate you should have a working knowledge of techniques specifically related to community mental health services and the following abilities:

• Understanding the behavior of people under stress.
• Develop and maintain effective cooperative relationships with clients and their families, the community, physicians, law enforcement agencies, the courts, and public and private administrators.
• Interpret community mental health and chemical dependency services, and to prepare concise and complete client treatment and progress records.

Typing and computer proficiency is required for collaborative documentation. Additionally, you will exhibit excellent communication skills, be dependable, organized, self-directed, detail-oriented, and possess the ability to work in a team environment and to interact with co-workers, clients, and the public in a courteous, professional manner.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification with or without accommodation.
In order to qualify for most HHS positions, applicants:
Must not be excluded from participation in federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare, and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); and
Must not be excluded from participation in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).Our Community
Yamhill County has approximately 109,000 residents and is a very desirable place to live in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine country. Yamhill County is home to Linfield University and Chemeketa Community College in McMinnville and George Fox University and Portland Community College in Newberg. Yamhill County is centrally located in the Willamette Valley, within close proximity to the Oregon Coast, the Portland and Salem metropolitan areas, and the Oregon Cascade Mountains. Wide varieties of indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities are available. We have the benefits, appeal and superior quality of life found in a small-town community, while enjoying active social and cultural lifestyles found in larger metropolitan areas.
Required Information
Under the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired or rehired is required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. The County verifies the valid work authorization of each employee using Form I-9 and the E-Verify Program.
Yamhill County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants are considered for employment based on their qualifications without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or disability, or any other factor prohibited by law or regulation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Do not include information or photos that would identify those personal traits. Any documents submitted with the application that include this identifying information will not be accepted with the application.
Some positions require a criminal history check and a review of driving record. All County positions require regular, prompt, and consistent attendance.
Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.
Veterans' Preference
Under Oregon law ORS 408.225-408.238, veterans who meet the minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for hiring preference. If you think you may qualify, a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form must be completed and submitted with application. For the form and information for this process please click here. (Download PDF reader)
If you need assistance with completing an application for employment or with obtaining a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form, please contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or via email at employment@co.yamhill.or.us.
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Please refer to the Classification Specification for the knowledge, skills & abilities required for this position.Please refer to the Classification Specification for the minimum experience and training/other requirements for this position.Please refer to the Classification Specification for the work environment/physical demands for this position.Employment Type: Regular Full-Time