Sud Treatment Counselor, Behavioral Health Specialist 1/qualified Mental Health Associate (salem)

Eastern Oregon Workforce Board

Salem, OR, US
Base: $6,895 - $9,140; bonus/equity: 5% leader wor...
Substance use disorder treatment
Asam assessment and treatment planning
Group facilitation and case management
The Oregon Department of Corrections provides several levels of mental health treatment along with individualized case management for adults in custody

Job Summary

  • The Oregon Department of Corrections provides several levels of mental health treatment along with individualized case management for adults in custody.
  • This position delivers trauma-informed substance use disorder treatment services and works closely with peer recovery mentors in a 24/7 correctional facility.
  • DOC employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, life coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and wage increases per labor contract.

Matching Summary

The Oregon Department of Corrections provides several levels of mental health treatment along with individualized case management for adults in custody.

Salary

Base: $6,895 - $9,140; Bonus/Equity: 5% leader worker incentive for QMHAs; Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement through PERS, paid vacation and sick leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • substance use disorder treatment
  • ASAM assessment and treatment planning
  • group facilitation and case management
  • work in correctional institution setting
  • collaborate with peer recovery mentors
  • trauma-informed and gender-inclusive care

Nice-to-have

  • experience with Certified Recovery Mentors
  • familiarity with chronic disease approach
  • working in a diverse and inclusive culture
  • evidence-based treatment interventions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in behavioral science or equivalent experience
  • Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) certification or eligibility
  • Oregon Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor 1 (CADC 1) or higher
  • Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint background check
  • Must meet minimum qualifications by application deadline

Work Rights

Must maintain CJIS eligibility and pass fingerprint-based background check

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