Mental Health Specialist 1 or 2

About the role

Mental Health Specialist 1 or 2 is a regular position at Lane County, located in Mental Health Building, OR. This position is AFSCME represented and works Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Mental Health Specialist 1: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a mental health field, psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field. One year of experience working directly with mentally or emotionally disturbed clients in behavioral health services is highly desirable.
• Mental Health Specialist 2: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a mental health field, psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field. Two years of responsible professional mental health experience, including one year of experience specific to the program or area of assignment.

Special Requirements

• Transcripts
• License or QMHP Certification
• NPI
• Diploma
• CV or Resume

Driver’s License

A valid driver's license is required at the time of application and by the time of appointment.

Notes

• This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
• Please note that as part of the screening process, Lane County will verify license and certification status.

Classification Details

The classification details are not provided in the job posting.

Supplemental Information

• Equal Employment Opportunity: Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Strategic Plan: Incumbents are expected to demonstrate core behaviors such as Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.
• Veteran Preference Information: Not specified.
• Trauma-Informed Care Statement: Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma-Informed Care.

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

• Health Insurance: Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following the first 30 days as an eligible employee. Medical, prescription, and vision plans are described.
• Wellness Clinic: Provides confidential, affordable care for acute and preventive healthcare needs.
• Dental: Coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and concierge service.
• Fitness Center Membership: Free membership to a local fitness center.
• Retirement: Enrollment in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP).
• Disability: Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Time Management: Generous bank of hours for sick, vacation, family emergencies, and personal days.
• Life Insurance: Group term life insurance.
• Training & Development: On-site and online classes to develop employees' skills.
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings: 457(b) program for retirement savings.
• Supplemental Life Insurance: Optional for employees and their dependents/spouses.
• Aflac: Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage.
• Group Discounts: Homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Important Notes

• Please ensure you have included all relevant education, employment, and experience in your application.
• To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.