Mental Health Associate II - Adult Program

Coos County; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERS (Public Employee Retirement System)

Health Insurance for Employee and Family

Job summary

A local health department in Coos Bay is seeking a qualified Mental Health Associate to assist individuals dealing with mental health challenges. This full-time position involves providing support, education, and case management while collaborating with various service providers and family members. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in health/behavioral health or have at least three years of relevant experience. Benefits include health insurance and PERS retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified mental health associate or eligible.
• Bachelor's degree in health/behavioral health or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in working with mental health issues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with mental health issues by providing support.
• Work closely with community service providers and caregivers.
• Ensure individuals achieve their recovery goals.

Skills

Support for individuals with mental health issues

Case management

Education

Collaboration with service providers

Education

Bachelor's degree in health/behavioral health

3 years of work experience in mental health

Job description

Coos County's behavioral health department is actively recruiting for qualified Mental Health Associate to assist individuals with mental health issues by providing support, education and case management.

This position works closely with community based service providers, family members, medical personnel, and caregivers to ensure individuals achieve their recovery goals and have access to available benefits.

For a full job description, visit the County's webpage at www.co.coos.or.us under the Human Resources tab.

Position is located in Coos Bay, Oregon with Coos Health & Wellness at 281 LaClair Street, and is under the AFSCME Union.

Must be a qualified mental health associate or eligible; Bachelor's degree in health/behavioral health or a combination of at least three years' work experience, training or education in mental health.

• PERS (Public Employee Retirement System)
• Health Insurance for Employee and Family

Job Type: Full-time

Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit www.co.coos.or.us under the Human Resources tab for Coos County job application (required) and full job description, or contact HR at [phone]. Fax [phone].

This position requires selected candidate to undergo a background check.