Psychiatric Crisis Counselor (Behavioral Health Specialist 2) – Central Region (Salem/Keizer/Turner Area)

About the role

The Oregon Department of Human Services seeks a Psychiatric Crisis Counselor (Behavioral Health Specialist 2) to join the Stabilization and Crisis Unit Crisis Outreach Assessment Team (COAT) in the Salem/Keizer/Turner area. The position operates Monday - Friday, noon to 8 pm.

Responsibilities

• Mental health/psychiatric intervention during crisis
• Assessing individuals for stabilization
• Building rapport with individuals and interdisciplinary support teams
• Providing crisis support and consultation services
• Conducting mental health assessments
• Developing and implementing behavioral health interventions
• Providing group and individual therapy sessions
• Collaborating with community resources to support individuals

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• A Master’s degree in psychology, social work, recreational, art, or music therapy, or behavioral health science, with two years of experience
• A Bachelor’s degree in nursing or occupational therapy, licensed by the State of Oregon, with three years of experience

Essential Attributes

• Strong attention to detail
• Crisis intervention experience
• Experience with individuals who experience intellectual/developmental disabilities, often with co-occurring mental health diagnoses
• Experience using computers and tablets for documentation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team