FBH Behavioral Health Specialist

About the role

We are a values-driven organization, providing family-oriented behavioral health care for children, youth and families, provided primarily in their own home and community. Our enthusiastic clinical teams provide whatever is needed to help children and youth remain safely in their own home with their family, restoring hope, providing intense mental health services and supports, and helping to strengthen the family unity. With sites located in throughout Western Washington and Portland Oregon, we offer comprehensive intensive, Wrap-around mental health services to a diverse population for youth and families. We employ nearly 800 energetic and compassionate employees.

What we value

We value compassion, diversity, strength-based approach, social-justice, and our staff. We offer excellent starting range of: $26.19 - $27.76 per hour, bi-lingual fluency skills in Spanish and English, or other languages, as needed: $100 -200 per pay period (2 times per month) for service provision in support the families we serve. Tiered language stipend based on language proficiency and youth and family needs. We offer benefits including 12 paid holidays; plus 1 personal holiday each year!, 3 weeks' vacation per year, 12 sick-days per year, medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance (1 times annual salary), retirement plans: 403-B Employee Savings Plan and an Employer Contribution Pension. Training and Supervision: Daily and weekly supervision and support, as needed; immediate assistance and clinical supervision/consultation available at any time.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays; plus 1 personal holiday each year!
• 3 weeks' vacation per year
• 12 sick-days per year
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (1 times annual salary)
• Retail Plans: 403-B Employee Savings Plan and an Employer Contribution Pension

What we are seeking in a candidate

• Age 21 or older per DHS requirements.
• Qualified Mental Health Associate (OAR # 309 - 032 - 1110 (71).
• Experience: A combination of three years’ experience, work, education or training revolving around child mental health, child development and/or social skill development.
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in the behavioral sciences field AND communicate effectively, understand mental health assessment, treatment and service terminology and to apply the concepts, provide psychology skills development, and implement interventions as assigned on an individual plan of care.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Applicant must successfully pass required background clearances prior to an offer of employment.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Availability to work flexible hours (evenings, nights, weekends).
• Must provide acceptable driving abstract per CCS driving policy.
• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.
• Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.

Paid Language Stipend

$100 -200 per pay period (2 times per month) for service provision in support the families we serve. Tiered language stipend based on language proficiency and youth and family needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or related field.
• Experience in a non-profit or a social service agency working with youth and families who need assistance.
• Knowledge of sexually/physically aggressive youth and their needs.
• Knowledge of family systems and child development.

About Portland

• Home to a sprawling urban forest, dozens of verdant public parks, gorgeous gardens and a sparkling river running through the middle of the city, there’s never a shortage of ways to explore Portland’s outdoors. Whether you’re a fan of flowers, tranquil gardens, urban hikes or just looking to get some fresh air, Portland has something for every kind of outdoor enthusiast covered.
• Get out of the city to explore! From zip lines to whitewater rafting and horseback riding to pioneer history, or strolling on the Oregon Coast, these attractions are worth the (short) trips outside Portland.
• Choose from multiple cities to explore, each with their own unique landscapes and history; grab a tent and experience some of the best camping in the country; or settle in to a pint of Oregon-made craft beer at a nearby brewery.

Note to Internal Candidates

HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors.

Contact Information

If you are passionate about providing strength-based mental health services for children, youth and their family, we would love to hear from you! If you are not on our Careers, copy and paste this link: https://fbh-ccsww.icims.com/jobs/intro?hashed=-435738801 to view and apply for this opportunity. For additional questions, contact Karla Lacktorin, Regional Clinical Recruiter, at karlal@ccsww.org.