Qualified Mental Health Pro for Corrections (BH2)

State of Oregon; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional to join the Behavioral Health Unit at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. This full-time role identifies mentally ill and developmentally disabled inmates, conducts mental status exams, crisis services, and develops treatment plans.

You will work in intake housing, coordinate contact with clients, perform assessments, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and collaborate with a

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy, art therapy, or behavioral health science.
• Possession of a current QMHP certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing AND licensed by the State of Oregon.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy AND licensed by the State of Oregon.
• Qualified Mental Health Intern, as defined in 309-019-0105(61).
• One year of full-time experience (1,920 hours) demonstrating the competencies.
• Preference will be given to bilingual candidates (Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Initial identification/Assessments.
• Crisis Intervention.
• Suicide Prevention.
• Case Management.
• Treatment Services.
• Records Management.
• Release Planning.
• Consultation and Training.
• Group Facilitation.

Skills

Assessment & Diagnosis

Case Conceptualization

Treatment Planning

Crisis Intervention

Suicide Assessment

Behavior Management

Case Management

Relationship Building

Education

QMHP certification

Graduate degree (psychology)

Nursing degree (RN)

Occupational therapy degree

QMHP intern (as defined)

Job description

The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional to join the Behavioral Health Unit at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. This full-time role identifies mentally ill and developmentally disabled inmates, conducts mental status exams, crisis services, and develops treatment plans.

You will work in intake housing, coordinate contact with clients, perform assessments, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and collaborate with a