Behavioral Health Technician (Part-time, Weekend Night Shift)

Summary

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT :

Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community based settings.

Deschutes County Behavioral Health (DCBH) is the Community Mental Health Program providing safety net and core clinical services for community members in Deschutes County dealing with mental health and substance use conditions.

DCBH is also a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). As such, DCBH relies on multi-disciplinary teams to provide innovative, evidence based, recovery oriented services in behavioral healthcare settings co-located with physical health providers.

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ABOUT THE COUNTY :

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region.

Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon.

We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB :

Deschutes County Crisis Team is accepting applications for a part-time Behavioral Health Technician to be located at the Deschutes County Stabilization Center (DCSC).

This is a hybrid position that includes administrative responsibilities as well as direct client care to support day to day operations of the Deschutes County Stabilization Center.

Administrative responsibilities include but are not limited to : filing, maintaining current and archived files, copying and preparing records for transfer, scheduling meeting / training rooms, database input, running database reports, coordinating vehicle schedules and maintenance, and ordering / obtaining office and meeting supplies.

Direct care work includes engaging in supportive conversations with clients and their family members both in person and over the phone, answering questions or taking information from community partners both in person and over the phone, assisting clients and staff in scheduling follow up appointments, reviewing electronic health records and insurance information to determine eligibility, obtaining snacks for clients;

admitting, monitoring and discharging individuals in our respite unit and assisting with key operations tasks such as client laundry and sanitizing work spaces.

This position is a night shift, weekend position and will be required to work some holidays. Typical hours for night shift are Saturday and Sunday 7 : 00 p.m. to 7 : 30 a.m.

Key Responsibilities :

• Identifying immediate needs of clients who arrive at the DCSC and supporting them in accessing our services including admission to our respite unit.
• Maintaining and updating spreadsheets as well as carrying out an array of office management tasks.
• Working calmly and collaboratively on a dynamic and diverse team.

What You Will Bring :

Knowledge of or experience with :

• General office procedures and methods.
• Standard office software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and electronic mail.
• English, grammar, and spelling.
• Basic keyboarding, filing, retrieval, and record-keeping skills.
• Sufficient human relations skills to communicate office procedures and technical medical information.

Skill in :

• Implement Department policies using a reasonable knowledge of behavioral health principles and practices.
• Provide assistance with emergency behavioral health services and crisis intervention.
• Balance a schedule which often requires working with several challenging situations at once.
• Work effectively in a team setting as well as independently.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.

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Compensation

$2,630.18 to $3,524.68 per month for a 104.00 hour work month, plus a 10% shift differential for night shift. Salary normally starts at the first step.

Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

BENEFITS :

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services.

Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours / month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities.

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Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• AND three years of responsible and relevant professional experience;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services or related field.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and crisis work.
• Knowledge regarding developmentally appropriate engagement strategies; Motivational Interviewing Techniques; illness management and recovery principles;

behavioral health; alcohol and drug treatment; integrated mental health / medical health; and behavioral health programs such as ACT, EASA, Wraparound, etc.

Necessary Special Requirements

The employment offer will be contingent upon pre-employment screening for criminal history and controlled substances (NOTE : Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment).

These screenings must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule when needed to meet the needs of the client and department.

Physical Requirements.

Possess sufficient hand coordination to perform keyboarding and data entry; arm / hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment.

The position is frequently required to sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, stand, grasp, talk, hear, see, and lift up to 10 pounds.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities.

All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.

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