Rural School/Clinic Based Therapist

Yamhill County Health & Human Services; McMinnville, Oregon, Eureka (OR, IL, CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Outpatient Therapist to join their Family & Youth team. This role involves providing essential mental health services to children and their families, requiring a blend of clinical expertise and compassionate engagement. The position offers a unique hybrid work model, balancing time between a clinic and a rural school setting. Ideal candidates will possess a master's degree in social work or clinical psychology, with a strong focus on evidence-based practices. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

15 paid holidays per year

19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time

100% employer funded PERS contributions

Full health benefit offerings

$750 for professional development

$200 for license fees

Loan repayment opportunities

Public service student loan forgiveness

Overtime eligibility

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited school in social work or clinical psychology.
• Experience as a Human Services Specialist I or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Providing mental health services to children and families.
• Engaging clients and performing integrated behavioral health assessments.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Crisis Support

Mental Health Services

Treatment Planning

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: Salary is dependent on experience. Yamhill County typically hires between steps 1-4

Yamhill County has one regular full-time position for a General Outpatient Therapist to work on the Family & Youth team providing mental health services to children and their families. This position is split to be 20 hours per week based in the McMinnville clinic, and 20 hours based in a rural school setting. Duties include client engagement, crisis support, diagnosing, direct treatment, performing integrated behavioral health assessments, service planning and implementation, individual and family therapy, case management, and collaborative service documentation. The position may also provide clinic-based crisis coverage during regular hours as part of a team rotation. The hybrid work option depends on caseload.

This position may be filled as either an Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician or a Behavioral Health Clinician, depending on experience and credentialing.

See classification specifications below for details.

Advanced Practice Behavioral Health Clinician Salary: $6261 - $7934/month (DOE)

Behavioral Health Clinician Salary: $5751 - $7351/month (DOE)

The Benefits:

• 15 paid holidays per year.
• 19.5 days of Flexible Earned Time (FET) accrual in the first year (based on an 8-hr day).*
• PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions.
• Full health benefit offerings with premiums starting as low as $58.82/month for the current plan year. *

Additional benefits for HHS employees include:

• $750 and 40 hours of paid time annually for professional development/training.
• $200 annually toward license and/or certification fees.
• HRSA/NHSC approved site with many loan repayment opportunities.
• Qualifying employer for public service student loan forgiveness.
• Most positions are eligible to accrue overtime.*

*Subject to the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement (7/1/2023 - 6/30/2026).

The Qualifications:

• A master's degree from an accredited school in social work, clinical psychology, or a related field.
• One year of experience as a Human Services Specialist I.
  • Equivalent combinations of experience and training that ensure ability to perform the work may substitute.
• Must qualify as QMHP, CADC, or QMRP to work in respective fields.
• Must have an NPI number or ability to obtain one upon employment.
• Licensing may be required.

Preference will be given to applicants with training and experience in evidence-based practices and providing intensive mental health and addictions services in community settings.

Successful candidates will undergo a background check.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, paperwork management, and communication skills, both verbal and written. They should be dependable, organized, self-directed, detail-oriented, and able to interact professionally with co-workers, clients, and the public. Knowledge of community mental health and chemical dependency services, as well as diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment planning techniques, is essential. Ability to understand stress-related behavior, develop cooperative relationships, and maintain contacts with physicians, law enforcement, courts, and community organizations is also required.

Employees must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodations.

Applicants must not be excluded from federal health care programs or federal procurement activities.

Our Community

Yamhill County, with approximately 109,000 residents, is located in the Willamette Valley wine country, offering a high quality of life, educational institutions, and proximity to outdoor recreation, the Oregon Coast, Portland, Salem, and the Cascade Mountains.

Required Information

All hires must provide evidence of identity and employment eligibility under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, verified via Form I-9 and E-Verify.

Yamhill County values diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, regardless of personal traits or background. Personal information should not be included in submitted documents.

Some positions may require a criminal background check and review of driving records. Regular attendance is expected for all positions.

Accommodation Under the Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodations are available. Contact Human Resources at 503-474-4901 or [e-mail] for assistance.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans meeting minimum qualifications may be eligible for hiring preference. Complete and submit a Veteran's Hiring Preference Form with your application. For assistance, contact Human Resources.

Status of your application

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