Transition Planner - Clinical Services Specialist

Current employees : Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range : $ - $ Hourly

$ - $ Hourly

Department : Health Department

Health Department

Job Type : Regular Represented

Regular Represented

Exemption Status :

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified) :

October 23, 2024

The Opportunity : Overview :

Overview :

Additional Compensation :

Transition Planner - CSS also receives an additional Jail Side 10% Hourly Premium .

Retention Incentive : As a newly hired Mental Health Consultant you will receive a one-time New Hire Recruitment and Retention Incentive payment of $1,500 on your first paycheck.

The incentive will be prorated based on the position's FTE status.

Benefits : Multnomah County provides generous benefits to our employees and their covered family members, including domestic partners.

Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, ten paid holidays each year, vacation and sick leave, life and supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, and participation in Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Please click here for a that you as a Multnomah County employee will be eligible to receive.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

An additional benefit to being a full time employee with the Multnomah County Health Department is that you will qualify for the Federal Student Aid Department Of Education Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Essentially this is a program that allows those that work for a qualifying employer for a period of at least 10 years to have their student loans forgiven.

To learn more about Public Service Loan Forgiveness please visit.

At Corrections Health, we provide medical, dental, mental health and transitional support services for Adults and Youth in Multnomah County MCSO or DCJ custody.

Come join our team of Portland's most outstanding health care professionals providing exceptional services to our diverse community!

The Transition Planner Clinical Services Specialist (TP CSS) provides client outreach, assessment, care planning referrals, and care coordination for clients.

The TP CSS supports transition efforts between various levels of care and system partners. They support clients by connecting them to medical, dental, mental health, and other service needs with a focus on addressing the patient's social determinants of health (SDOH) and as a result, a sustained diversion from the criminal justice system.

The Transition Planner Clinical Services Specialist often requires coordination with treatment teams and service providers.

Indirect services may include case consultation, group facilitation, education, research and selected assigned administrative and patient care duties.

Our comprehensive, multidisciplinary model is tailored to meet our patients' complex health needs. This position requires a skill set rooted in being able to meet the client where they are at and support with identifying the SDOH needs of the patient.

Duties of the Transition Planner Clinical Services Specialist included but are not limited to the following which is a representative sample of the level of work appropriate for position :

Direct Client Services and Care Coordination

The Transition Planner Clinical Services Specialist receives clients on referral, urgent, scheduled, or follow-up basis. Provide complex support for clients transitioning from a corrections facility to the community.

Responsible for initial psycho-social assessment, coordination and referrals for follow-up. Provides direct client support, intervention, counseling and client education, including how to access community resources.

Formulates definitive transition plan and documentation.

Provide ongoing care coordination and evidenced-based processes to assist clients remain engaged in services and / or connect with other service providers based on SDOH needs.

Assist clients with gaining access to a variety of social service programs as needed, including Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment, housing, peer support, medical services.

Provide direct assessment and crisis intervention for threatening and / or suicidal clients.

Asses client's level of suicide risk, mental health and ability to make own decisions / plans, cognitive functioning, and other safety and risk factors as part of transition plan.

Documentation and Reporting

Transition Planner CSS is responsible for the timely and accurate documentation of client care through the use of electronic health record charting.

Chart notes will involve detailed transition service plans, connection to providers, services, timeline and follow up actions.

This position utilizes Corrections databases to document and communicate housing and other logistical information with Corrections staff.

Participate in individual and team supervision and training to support the job functions of the team and self.

Track client assignments, collect TSP data tracking elements, write / develop reports to supervisory staff as needed to ensure professional services are being maintained by staff.

Actively adhere to policies and procedures, maintain client confidentiality and secure sharing of health information.

Develop, Foster and Maintain Positive Partnerships

Maintain partnerships and relationships with contracted agencies, health care providers and other social service providers.

Build mutually beneficial relationships with providers and community partners. Collaborate with the Corrections Health Programs.

Work with other Health Department teams, community partners and external agencies in an effort to offer and provide culturally, linguistically responsive programming.

Lead team(s) of staff for projects, process improvement functions, prioritizing and coordinating work assignments, and monitor work and service delivery to meet goals

Consultation

Engage in consultations with TSP multi-disciplinary team members and other members of Corrections Health for the purpose of troubleshooting, problem solving and ensuring a comprehensive transition plan for the client.

Use this coordinated care, partnership process and team approach to advocate for the client and collaborate in creating and updating individualized plans for each client based on their needs, transition plan.

Provide consultation to community members who contact the criminal justice system for the purpose of seeking guidance and assistance for friends and family.

Participate in meetings and consultations that may include family, support persons and other stakeholders. Consultations may become emotionally charged, threatening or bring forward other issues that have not been resolved or addressed.

Such intense meetings will require this position to provide options, practice de-escalation techniques, and hold attendees accountable for their behavior and actions, while providing a trauma-informed environment.

TO QUALIFY :

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required.

Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of page.

Minimum Qualifications / Transferable Skills* :

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below.

All non-traditional education, training and experience will be evaluated.

Education / Certification :

Must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Associate - (QMHA)OR Qualified Mental Health Professional - (QMHP) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) - more information can be found at.

Only ONE of these certifications is required.

Current CPR / BLS certification (Valid certification upon hire)

May require a valid drivers’ license.

OTHER Minimum Qualifications :

The position requires a background investigation which may include being fingerprinted. Employment is contingent on passing a background investigation.

The employee holding the position is designated as an Essential Employee under Multnomah County Personnel Rule 3-15-015, Essential Employees.

Preferred Qualifications / Transferable Skills* : You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications / transferable skills to qualify.

However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications / transferable skills.

Experience working in a clinical setting

Experience as a case manager or transition planner

Experience in a corrections setting working with a diverse population who display mental health and behavioral issues.

Licenses / Certificates : Professional licensure or certification ( Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Certified Involuntary Commitment Investigator).

Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling is highly desirable. (CADC III preferred)

Transferable skills : Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position.

Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

REQUIRED :

The Application Packet : You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a RESUME demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

2. Attach a COVER LETTER that :

Expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position and why you are interested in the role.

Include your experience (lived or paid) working directly with individuals and families who identify with the African-American community,

3. Attach a copy of your GRADUATE TRANSCRIPTS , QMHA Certification through MHACBO or Oregon Licensure (Required)

The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience / skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement.

Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.

After You Apply :

Please save a copy of this job posting for your reference, as it will not be available for you to view online after the job posting closes.

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Check both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.

The Selection Process : For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows :

Initial review of minimum qualifications

Resume and Cover Letter Review

Phone screen

Consideration of top candidates

Background, reference

Note : Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Type of Position : This position is eligible for overtime.

Type : Represented

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Diversity and Inclusion : At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference : Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act : We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process.

Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter : Amanda Armstrong

Amanda Armstrong

Email : Phone :

Phone :

1 (971) 5001688

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

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