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The Community Crisis Outreach Services for Youth Team is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional to join them.  The individual chosen for this position will work closely with youth, law enforcement, and other community partners to create preventative plans that will help youth avoid law enforcement contact and provide resources and appropriate referrals for youth and their families.  Licensure supervision options available.
This is a Crisis Clinician 2 position that may be underfilled as a Crisis Clinician 1, depending upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.
WAGES Crisis Clinician 2:  $33.44 - $44.80 hr  (Non-exempt)Crisis Clinician 1:  $27.56 - $36.94 hr  (Non-exempt) WORK HOURS
<ul>
<li>40 hours per week with full benefits</li>
<li>Typical work will be Tuesday - Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.</li>
</ul>
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES  Crisis Clinician 2: Provide assessments and treatment of individuals and families, including groups; provides crisis assessment and intervention services and related duties as required. Primary responsibility of this class is to provide assessment and treatment services; crisis intervention, and treatment services, including intensive services, to individuals and their families with complex needs and diagnoses and/or to develop and implement specific services in the community.
Crisis Clinician 1: Plans and carries out recreational, social and skills training activities; performs case management and counseling functions with Adults in Custody (AIC); facilitates counseling and/or skills training groups; performs related duties as required.  Primary responsibility of this class is case management and counseling, without responsibility for developing and implementing specific programs in the community.    SUPERVISION RECEIVED  Crisis Clinician 2 and 1:Works under the supervision of a supervisor who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness. SUPERVISION EXERCISEDSupervision of others is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.  Crisis Clinician 2 may act as Clinical Supervisor designee when needed.  May assist in the supervision of practicum students and/or volunteers. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
<ul>
<li>Provide mental health consultation to law enforcement officer (partner) in the field.</li>
<li>Provide triage, brief assessment, consultation, case management, and referrals to the individuals engaged by the program as needed.</li>
<li>Document services, meeting Pacific Source standards as well as MCHHS policies and expectations.</li>
<li>Use police reports from local law enforcement agencies and the voice mail and e-mail address referral lines to organize and prioritize calls to run by the law enforcement partner.  Geographical proximity will be important to take into account.</li>
<li>When available provide backup support coverage to the Psychiatric Crisis Center staff/office, including answering phones, mental health evaluations, and staff coverage.</li>
<li>Perform other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.</li>
</ul>
This position spends over 50% of their time in a car and is required to wear a ballistic vest under their clothing.  The ballistic vest must be worn while riding in the car and responding in the community.
Response Level 2: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
<ol>
<li>Possession of a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy or a behavioral science field, or possession of a bachelor's degree in Nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon, or possession of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; OR second year graduate students waivered as QMHP's by the Oregon Health Authority.</li>
<li>Crisis Clinician 2 Only:  In addition to the educational requirements above, the Mental Health Therapist 2 must have at least one year of full-time, post-Master's degree experience in the behavioral health field.  </li>
</ol>
PREFERENCES
<ul>
<li>Preference will be awarded to applicants with at least one year of full-time, post-Master's degree experience.</li>
</ul>
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>Must be either 1) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, 2) licensed by the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers or 3) credentialed or registered through the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) within the first 30 days of employment.</li>
<li>Salem Hospital Credentialing:  Must possess, or obtain within 6 months of hire, Salem Hospital Privileges.</li>
<li>This position may be subject to the following:  Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).</li>
<li>Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:  <a href="http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/" target="_blank">http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/</a>.</li>
<li>The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position. </li>
<li>This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: <a href="http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&amp;pid=518" target="_blank">http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&amp;pid=518</a>.</li>
<li>This assignment is represented by a union. </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of community mental health concepts and/or chemical dependency case management and treatment services; individual assessment, treatment planning and treatment protocols; mental health disorders and diagnostic classifications.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with other employees, individuals and their families, other agencies, and the public; prepare concise and complete clinical documentation related to individual treatment and progress in services in a timely and professional manner; work within a team and collaborate with team members; knowledge of and ability to act professionally with regard to a code of ethics and confidentiality.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; sits; stands; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; operates a keyboard; lifts, pushes, pulls, carries items and moves carts weighing up to 5 lbs.; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12-pt. font; distinguishes color; hears a normal speech level; heating and cooling systems in building tend to fluctuate.
 Additional Information and/or Attachments
Your well-being is important to us, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package. For those relocating from outside of Oregon, we provide the following relocation package:  
<ul type="disc">
<li>Up to $3,000 reimbursement of moving expenses</li>
<li>Relocation bonus in the amount of $3,000 (prorated based on FTE) as a one-time payment upon proof of Oregon residency.</li>
</ul>
We offer the following retention bonus, prorated based on FTE:   
<ul type="disc">
<li>$3,000 bonus after six months of continuous employment</li>
<li>$3,000 bonus after twelve months of continuous employment</li>
</ul>
We offer tuition assistance for employees interested in professional development towards a profession in behavioral health.   
<ul type="disc">
<li>Up to $7,500 to reimburse for tuition, licensure and/or other educational expenditures. According to the Marion County Administrative policies regarding tuition payments. The policy can be found at: Marion County Tuition Payment Policy 303</li>
</ul>
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
<ul>
<li>One of the following:
<ul>
<li>MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR</li>
<li>Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR</li>
<li>Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
<ul>
<li>A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR</li>
<li>Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at <a href="http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/" target="_blank">http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/</a>
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Crisis Clinician 2

We are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process.
In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focused, in-person physical exam on each Veteran.
You will electronically document the exam findings required by the VA through the web portal.
The Nurse Practitioner DOES NOT make disability determinations. The United States Veterans Administration makes all disability determinations.
This role ONLY performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will NOT treat, and you will NOT prescribe medication in this position.
This position performs Disability Assessments on 3-5 Veterans per day, on average.
Schedule Part-Time (8am-4pm)
This is an IN-PERSON position.
Key Attributes:
<ul>
<li>Interested in performing Independent Medical Assessments.</li>
<li>Able to analyze data from the medical records and exam findings to complete the questionnaire and form medical opinions.</li>
<li>Skilled in time management, able to stay on task and meet requirements.</li>
<li>Must hold a current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license.</li>
<li>Proficiently use a computer.</li>
</ul>
Requirements

<ul>
<li>Must have a current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license.</li>
</ul>
Benefits
<ul>
<li>Training and continued support provided</li>
<li>Health Insurance options available</li>
<li>Computer supplied</li>
<li>Typical day: 3 to 5 patients a day</li>
<li>Would you find it rewarding to serve the Veteran community?</li>
<li>Would you like to work a set schedule during normal business hours and NEVER be on call?</li>
<li>All work is performed in a clinical setting.</li>
</ul>

Nurse Practitioner - Medford OR

We are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process.
In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focused, in-person physical exam on each Veteran.
You will electronically document the exam findings required by the VA through the web portal.
The Nurse Practitioner DOES NOT make disability determinations. The United States Veterans Administration makes all disability determinations.
This role ONLY performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will NOT treat, and you will NOT prescribe medication in this position.
This position performs Disability Assessments on 3-5 Veterans per day, on average.
Schedule Part-time 3 days per week (8am-4pm)
This is an IN-PERSON position.
Requirements
<ul>
<li> Interested in performing Independent Medical Assessments.</li>
<li>Able to analyze data from the medical records and exam findings to complete the questionnaire and form medical opinions.</li>
<li>Skilled in time management, able to stay on task and meet requirements.</li>
<li>Must hold a current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license.</li>
<li>Proficiently use a computer.</li>
</ul>
Benefits
<ul>
<li>Training and continued support provided</li>
<li>Health Insurance options available</li>
<li>Computer supplied</li>
<li>Typical day: 3 to 5 patients a day</li>
<li>Would you find it rewarding to serve the Veteran community?</li>
<li>Would you like to work a set schedule during normal business hours and NEVER be on call?</li>
<li>All work is performed in a clinical setting.</li>
</ul>

Nurse Practitioner - Salem OR

Marion County Public Health is a PHAB accredited health department (the first accredited health department in Oregon) who strives to meet its Mission, Vision, and Values through an integrated set of services, programs, policy work, and systems related to health. The Communicable Disease Program works with communities to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. The Communicable Disease Manager’s role will involve developing and providing management of the Communicable Disease Program and coordinating efforts and resources closely with HIV/STD and immunization programs. You will work to create a work culture of respect, trust, and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and the community. You will be working with a stable, dedicated, and fun Communicable Disease team.
You will have oversight of individual case investigations, including developing and ensuring proper use of policies and procedures, reviewing personal and team investigation data, including triennial review data. Oversight of outbreaks, including working with investigators and epidemiologists to ensure policies and procedures are followed and direction is given, participating in meetings, and conducting community outreach. Act as the program, division, department, and county representative on committees, including CHLO CD, special projects, and other community activities. Participate in Incident Command response for health department emergencies; may act as Incident Commander for communicable disease-related incidents. Develop, maintain, and continue the development of internal partnerships - Environmental Health, Clinic Prevention services and work with our Health Officer. If you are a compassionate, driven, and experienced public health manager looking to make a difference in our community and be part of an innovative and fun team, we want to hear from you!
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Provides leadership and manages the planning, development, support and delivery of efficient and high-quality public health administration services with a broad scope of authority and responsibilities within multiple small to mid-size related service areas or one or more large programs. Responsibilities include supervision of other supervisory staff, program staff as well as financial and operational performance of the service(s) and program(s).   SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of a Health Department Division Director who assigns and oversees work, establishes goals and reviews results obtained for overall effectiveness and for meeting department and county objectives.   SUPERVISION EXERCISED Exercises full supervision for supervisory, professional, technical and support staff.  May also supervise interns and volunteers. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
This position is required to work in the office. Remote or hybrid work is not currently available. 
As a member of the Public Health Management team provides oversight and support for Public Health Programs which currently include Communicable Disease, Health Education and Sexually Transmitted Infections.
Program Development and Management  Provide program development and management/oversight of a diverse group of programs and teams. Program oversight includes the details of the programs, including contracts and deliverables, and the goals, values, and objectives of the programs, to ensure high-quality service delivery.
<ul>
<li>Develop performance management systems and set metric benchmarks to ensure accountability and monitor program effectiveness and efficiency.</li>
<li>Develop, implement, and ensure agency policies and procedures. </li>
<li>Execute action plans to address departmental priorities, goals, and objectives. </li>
<li>Analyze complex, sensitive issues and situations; identify and implement solutions that support the division’s priorities, goals, and policies. </li>
<li>Manage complex, highly visible, and time-sensitive projects. Strategically problem solve; identify quality gaps, set quality outcome measures and benchmarks, design/implement/monitor/modify operational plans to achieve desired outcomes. </li>
<li>Serve as a policy advisor to executive leadership to formulate recommendations, policy decisions and strategic action plans, and participate in long-range agency planning and development.</li>
<li>Collaborate and provide back-up and support to other programs of the Public Health Division.</li>
</ul>
Leadership: Provide leadership to the team program and assigned teams. Leadership includes adherence to department mission, values and policies, with a focus on staff development and high-quality service provision. Leadership occurs both by action and example.
<ul>
<li>Use best practices to develop, empower, and support employees. Create and reinforce a positive workplace culture, engage staff to evaluate the needs of the workforce and provide professional development opportunities. </li>
<li> Assign, review, and give feedback to employees about their work; provide guidance to employees on their assigned job duties; delegate work to enhance employee growth, success, and sense of achievement; coach new and seasoned employees to increase their knowledge and skills; facilitate conflict resolution. </li>
<li>Provide regular feedback on performance to employees. Use reports and data when available to provide transparent, data-driven feedback on outcomes and performance measures. </li>
<li>Conduct regular meetings with Program Coordinator and employees to assign priorities, discuss work progress and operational policy direction. </li>
<li>Partner with the Human Resources Department to assure that appropriate and timely actions are taken to maintain and support employees through recruitment, hiring, merit reviews, resolving grievances, progressive discipline, training, and providing a safe and supportive work environment. Investigate and respond to employee relations issues; maintain knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and laws/rules/policies that govern personnel matters.</li>
<li>Promote and respect, cultural competency, positive work environment, healthy conflict resolution and support cooperative relationships within the program, department, county, and community. </li>
</ul>
Community Partnerships The Communicable Disease Program Manager is responsible to build and maintain collaborative community partner relationships with Oregon Health Authority, Local Hospitals and other.  
<ul>
<li>Serves on the Oregon CHLO CD Committee </li>
<li>Create regular opportunities to identify existing strengths and gaps in existing service delivery system.</li>
<li>Build positive relationships and collaborate with internal leaders and external stakeholders. </li>
<li>Represent the Marion County Public Health Division by participating in meetings, committees, and Board sessions as assigned by the Division Director. </li>
</ul>
Budget, Contract and Grant Management:  Provide expertise, oversight and support of grant application and implementation, contracts, and budget, including required outcomes.
<ul>
<li>Review expenditures for Programs assigned to regularly review and analyze program budgets. </li>
<li>Work with Administrative Services budget analyst to prepare budget requests by projecting resource needs and preparing required documentation. </li>
<li>Provide advice and input on the division’s budget to the Division Director. </li>
<li>Maintain knowledge of financial contract requirements/deliverables and ensure that these are timely fulfilled. </li>
</ul>
Quality Assurance and Program Development: Supports Communicable Disease Team and ensures that data drives decision making, alongside adherence to department mission and values, evidence-based practices.
<ul>
<li>Use data, c, and community input to inform decision-making and design actionable solutions to challenges, optimizing the services and supports provided by the division. </li>
<li>Work with Public Health Division Planning Team to ensure Performance Management and Quality Improvement projects are managed, Ensure Public Health Accreditation Board standards are met and documented, assess program-level performance and quality gaps; initiate continuous quality improvement projects; make data-driven program development recommendations to the executive leadership team.</li>
</ul>
Other duties as assigned by your manager. Response Level 1: In the event of an emergency, employee makes reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be required to work an extended or flexible schedule. Due to regular assignment employee may be assigned a leadership role in the provision of essential services or response functions. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100, 700, 200, and 800 on-line or in-person training.   
 Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
<ol>
<li>Bachelor's degree in a specific, professional field related to the position and seven years of responsible, professional experience in the field related to the position, including three years in a supervisory capacity; OR</li>
<li>Master's degree in a specific, professional field related to the position, and five years of responsible, professional experience in the field related to the position, including three years in a supervisory capacity; OR</li>
<li>Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.</li>
</ol>
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 
<ul>
<li>Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: <a href="http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/" target="_blank">http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/</a>. </li>
<li>
The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, may include finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
</li>
<li>This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).</li>
<li>
This is a full-time job, which is not eligible for overtime.
</li>
<li>
This assignment is not represented by a union.
</li>
<li>
Typical Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.
</li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Comprehensive knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of designated health service fields, related to mental health, behavioral health, addictions, developmental or intellectual disabilities. Including principles and practices in treatment, service delivery, research methodologies, data collection and statistical analysis.
Thorough knowledge of principles in related health services; State of Oregon Administrative Rules related to specialized health service areas; public health administration; health integration practices; supervision and performance management; leadership, wellness, team dynamics and staff development; program planning and budgeting, fiscal management; organizational processes and design; budget and grant preparation and administration; care coordination and recovery-based treatments.
Skills to negotiate, compromise, facilitate, problem solve and provide conflict resolution; coach, mentor and train individuals and teams; develop and implement policies and procedures; effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Abilities to perform independently in a fast paced, team based environment; effectively provide leadership, guidance and delegate to individuals and teams; lead and supervise other supervisory staff; interpret and apply pertinent provisions of federal, state and county statues, rules and regulations related to the program services overseen; oversee service planning, coordination, utilization of resources, promote intended goals and outcomes; direct continuous quality improvement efforts; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees countywide, clients, government agencies, community groups/partners, and the public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Drives a motor vehicle in the performance of duties; stands; sits; moves about the work area; operates a computer; climbs stairs; lifts up to 20 lbs.; pushes/pulls/moves carts weighing up to 50 lbs.; carries items weighing up to 20 lbs. for up to 300 feet; rapid-mental/hand/eye coordination; speaks with a clear and audible voice; sees using depth perception; reads a 12 pt. font; distinguishes colors and shades; hears a normal speech level; uses office chemicals such as toner; may be exposed to cold, heat, uneven areas, and wet areas.    
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
<ul>
<li>One of the following:
<ul>
<li>MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR</li>
<li>Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR</li>
<li>Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
<ul>
<li>A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR</li>
<li>Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at <a href="http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/" target="_blank">http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/</a>
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Health Program Manager - Communicable Disease Control

We are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process.
In performing Disability Assessments, you will review medical records electronically through a web portal and perform a focused, in-person physical exam on each Veteran.
You will electronically document the exam findings required by the VA through the web portal.
The Nurse Practitioner DOES NOT make disability determinations. The United States Veterans Administration makes all disability determinations.
This role ONLY performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will NOT treat, and you will NOT prescribe medication in this position.
This position performs Disability Assessments on 3-5 Veterans per day, on average.
Schedule Full-Time Mon-Fri (8am-4pm)
This is an IN-PERSON position.
Requirements
<ul>
<li> Interested in performing Independent Medical Assessments.</li>
<li>Able to analyze data from the medical records and exam findings to complete the questionnaire and form medical opinions.</li>
<li>Skilled in time management, able to stay on task and meet requirements.</li>
<li>Must hold a current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license.</li>
<li>Proficiently use a computer.</li>
</ul>
Benefits
<ul>
<li>Training and continued support provided</li>
<li>Health Insurance options available</li>
<li>Computer supplied</li>
<li>Typical day: 3 to 5 patients a day</li>
<li>Would you find it rewarding to serve the Veteran community?</li>
<li>Would you like to work a set schedule during normal business hours and NEVER be on call?</li>
<li>All work is performed in a clinical setting.</li>
</ul>

Nurse Practitioner - Springfield OR

This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants. If you have already applied for recruitment #517-2023-2, you do not need to reapply.   Marion County Health and Human Services is seeking an individual with excellent communication skills, experience working with community partners, program coordination experience, and a strong commitment to promoting immunizations. This individual will serve as the MCHHS Immunization Coordinator and will lead the immunization health education and promotion system for Marion County.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Plan, organize and implement health education programs for specific populations served by the Health and Human Services Department. This may include providing intervention services, technical support and other professional services to the public and private medical communities.   SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the direction of a supervisor who assigns and reviews work for conformance to department policy.   SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of employees is not a responsibility of positions within this class; however, exercises lead responsibility over other staff in lower classifications with closely related duties. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
Immunization Promotion/Education:  
<ul>
<li>Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements the immunization health education and promotion system for Marion County Health and Human Services (MCHHS) children and adult populations in coordination with the supervisor and public health staff.  </li>
<li>Facilitates the All-Marion Immunization Committee (AMIC) to promote coordinated immunization services and education in Marion County.</li>
<li>Research best practice for immunization programs; recommends those practices for implementation.</li>
<li>Writes goals for the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) state immunization work plan. May assist with seeking out special project funding for outbreaks that are vaccine preventable.</li>
<li>Coordinates assessment of immunization health education and promotion needs.  Develops plans for ongoing health promotion and education and assures implementation and evaluation of those programs.  </li>
<li>Coordinates, develops, and monitors School Immunization Law services and Immunization education to schools, children’s facilities, physicians, other professionals, and the public.</li>
<li>Monitors school and children’s facilities to assure compliance with the Oregon Immunization Law and takes action to encourage deficient facilities to come into compliance.</li>
<li>Gathers data and completes reports as required by the Oregon Health Authority.</li>
<li>Provides training and education to schools, children's facilities, staff, and immunization providers, and community members. </li>
<li>Coordinates publicity and media releases to promote immunization awareness. </li>
<li>Assesses nursing and clerical staff training needs and provides/coordinates training in order to facilitate attainment of immunization goals.   </li>
<li>Provides leadership and training to nursing staff in areas of Vaccines for Children (VFC) and 317 eligibility, school exclusion process.</li>
<li>Oversees quarterly VFC reports and billing reconciliation.</li>
</ul>
Immunization Program Coordination: 
<ul>
<li>Coordinates, develops, and monitors immunization clinic activities in coordination with supervisor to include:
<ul>
<li>Coordination of clinic systems and systems improvement e.g., vaccine and records management, clinic flow, safety, quality. This involves review of systems, setting of quality outcomes, development of changes with input of immunization staff, monitoring to assure that routine quality assurance activities occur according to established schedule, and reporting of quality outcomes. May conduct AFIX visits with local clinics and health systems. </li>
<li>Provides technical assistance to clinics and health systems when requested. </li>
<li>Proactively works with local clinics and health systems to address issues related to immunizations such as access to immunizations, storage, and handling, VFC questions, etc. </li>
<li>Drives to off-site clinics, sets up clinics.</li>
<li>Communicates identified program needs to Supervisor. </li>
<li>Writes and updates immunization clinic policies, procedures, and protocols in coordination with supervisor.</li>
<li>Promotes good communication with community partners regarding department services and community needs. </li>
<li>Provides updates to managers regarding immunization rates in community.</li>
<li>Liaison to OHA immunization staff.  Attends OHA conferences when available.</li>
<li>Liaison to other MCHHS staff and programs.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<li>Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.</li>
<li>Response Level 1: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Due to regular assignment, employee may be assigned a leadership role in the provision of essential services or response functions. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100, 700, 200, and 800 on-line or in-person training.</li>
 Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
<ol>
<li>Bachelor's degree with specialization in education, public health, health, nursing, sociology, psychology or social sciences; and two years experience as an educator or in other professional employment dealing with the development and promotion of programs; OR</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree with a minor in education, public health, health, nursing, sociology, psychology, or social sciences, and two and a half years related experience; OR</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree; and three years experience in education, public health, health, nursing, sociology, psychology, or social sciences; OR</li>
<li>Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.</li>
</ol>
  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.  Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business.  The policy can be found at:  <a href="http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/" target="_blank">http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/</a>.</li>
<li>Final candidate must provide own transportation and must provide and maintain proof of personal automobile liability insurance, at a minimum, in the amount required by Oregon Law (ORS Chapter 806).</li>
<li>The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.</li>
<li>This position may be subject to the following:  Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).</li>
<li>This assignment is represented by a union.</li>
<li>This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.</li>
<li>Typical Work Schedule:  Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.  May be required to flex time or work additional hours on weekends or evenings to accommodate business needs.</li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the objectives, principles, theories, and practices of health education and the organization and functions of public health; basic life sciences, sociology, community and social organization, and of modern educational theory, literature and techniques. Skills and abilities to practice successful negotiation and persuasion skills; strong communication skills; effectively conduct investigations by interviewing, verifying facts, and documenting information; organize, plan, stimulate and make constructive evaluations of public health education curricula, programs, methods and accomplishments, and to organize and advise professional, educational, official and private groups on educational needs; lift at least 40 pounds. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; climbs 1 flights of stairs; reaches overhead; bends forward; lifts, pushes, pulls and pulls up to 20 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 20 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12-pt. font; hears a normal level of speech; and works in areas that may be exposed to dust, radiation, chemicals; rare exposure to alcohol antiseptic and bleach based disinfectant. Occasionally pushes/pulls tables, chairs to set up immunization clinic offsite.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
<ul>
<li>One of the following:
<ul>
<li>MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR</li>
<li>Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR</li>
<li>Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
<ul>
<li>A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR</li>
<li>Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at <a href="http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/" target="_blank">http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/</a>
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Health Educator 3 - Immunization Program Coordinator

Come share your lived experience with young adults! Marion County’s Young Adult Rental Assistance Program (YRAP) is looking for a Peer Support Specialist to work with young adults who are diagnosed with a serious mental illness and who need housing. You will have the opportunity to use your lived experience regarding your mental health recovery journey and accessing housing with other young adults. Your experience will help others live independently and support their mental health recovery. You will also assist linking to community supports, using recovery tools, and act as an advocate. You are an ideal candidate for this position if you have experience with peer support, embrace SAMHSA’s recovery model, understand individuality in the recovery journey, honor an individual’s voice and choice, and appreciate variety in your workday.   Here is what Peer Support Specialists are saying about working for Marion County:
<ul>
<li>I have a passion for peer support, and I feel like I am in a space to support others with their mental health recovery journey now. – Jason</li>
<li>I want to give back the support that was given to me and feel like I have a job that matters. -Trisha</li>
</ul>
This is a fully in-person position. Marion County offers a generous benefits package from health insurance to planning for retirement. 
<ul>
<li>Health, dental &amp; vision coverage for employee and their eligible family members </li>
<li>Oregon Public Retirement System (PERS) - Marion County pays 100% of PERS contribution (6% of salary) </li>
<li>Deferred compensation plans </li>
<li>Flexible spending account (FSA) </li>
<li>Competitive salary with seven steps of 5% increases; employees are eligible for a step increase at six months and annually thereafter.</li>
<li>10 county observed holidays and 2 personal holidays per year.</li>
</ul>
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES The Peer Support Specialist provides support, encouragement, and assistance to mental health individuals. The specialist will promote those activities that foster recovery and empowerment by sharing their personal experiences when appropriate, modeling self-help and wellness activities. Act as an advocate who facilitates and connects individuals to services and activities. As a member of the treatment team the incumbent provides expertise, experience, and consultation to the team to promote a culture in which each individual's point of view and preferences are recognized, respected, and integrated into treatment.   SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the close supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness.   SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions in this class. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following
Provide support, encouragement, and assistance regarding housing and mental health to young adults enrolled in Marion County Young Adult Rental Assistance Program (YRAP).   Support Housing Stability
<ul>
<li>Assist young adults with referral to YRAP, as needed.</li>
<li>Support young adults to access affordable housing resources.</li>
<li>Provide supportive navigation, advocacy, information, and coaching during application processes.</li>
<li>Share lived experience regarding housing insecurity, and overcoming barriers, when appropriate.</li>
<li>Minimum monthly check-in with program participants.</li>
<li>Provide education and/or training to assist young adults in acquiring skills that will maintain community stability and independence.</li>
<li>Support young adults to access long-term housing.</li>
</ul>
Community Linkage 
<ul type="disc">
<li>Provide information to community agencies about YRAP, including program philosophy, referral process, and availability.</li>
<li>Identify potential program participants who express desire and willingness to increase wellness and independence.</li>
<li>Facilitate and connect young adults to services and activities which build on self-efficacy.</li>
<li>Support to link with peer and community resources to build natural supports.</li>
<li>Support and assist young adults to strengthen linkages to community peer delivered services.</li>
<li>Support young adults to access and acquire services related to medical, social, educational, transportation, housing, education, employment, and other applicable services.</li>
<li>Promote linkage to the local community to support personal wellness and ongoing recovery.</li>
<li>Provide some case management support regarding eligibility and referral requirements for various programs.</li>
<li>Support young adults to develop self-help skills, social skills, and community integration.</li>
</ul>
Advocacy and Well-being
<ul>
<li>Assist young adults in developing a Person-Centered Housing Plan, including assessment of needs, self-identifying personal goals, steps to reach goals, increased community integration, identifying natural supports, and identifying supports and community resources regarding mental health recovery. </li>
<li>Provide expertise, experience, and consultation to promote a culture where individual point of view is recognized, respected, and integrated into treatment.</li>
<li>Act as a peer advocate.</li>
</ul>
Support Recovery 
<ul type="disc">
<li>Promote activities that foster recovery, self-efficacy, and empowerment. </li>
<li>Share personal experiences when appropriate, modeling self-help and wellness activities to empower participants on their mental health recovery journey.</li>
<li>Provide outreach to engage young adults and assist them in overcoming barriers to participating in services, including mental health treatment. </li>
<li>Offer support to develop personal recovery and wellness goals, explore self-help strategies, review dimensions of wellness, and engage in wellness activities.</li>
<li>Support engagement and treatment from community providers, including mental health, chemical dependency, and physical health providers.</li>
<li>Provide information and supportive navigation of the adult behavioral health system, including answering phone inquiries, providing information, and coaching on how to assess services and supports.</li>
</ul>
Documentation 
<ul>
<li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation of clinical records in accordance with Federal, State, County, and treatment program requirements under the direction of the clinical supervisor. Meet performance expectations for time and billing standards.</li>
<li>Gather data for reporting requirements.</li>
</ul>
Miscellaneous
<ul>
<li>Participate fully as a member of the Marion County ABH team as a supportive, reliable, positive, collaborative, and professional team member during the development of individual treatment planning, team meetings, and crisis intervention.</li>
<li>Work with a team and supervisor for clinical supervision, treatment planning, staff and departmental meetings, and trainings.</li>
</ul>
Response Level 2: In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training. Requirements for the Position
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING As defined by OAR 309-019-0105 (81) "Peer Support Specialist" means an individual providing peer delivered services to an individual or family member with similar life experience under the supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor and a qualified peer delivered services supervisor as resources are made available.
<ol>
<li>A self-identified person currently or formerly receiving mental health services.</li>
</ol>
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>Applicants will be asked to discuss recovery experiences during the interview process.</li>
<li>Must successfully complete a Mental Health approved peer support training program within six (6) months of hire.</li>
<li>The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.</li>
<li>Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.  Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at:  <a href="http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/" target="_blank">http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/</a>.</li>
<li>This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: <a href="http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&amp;pid=518" target="_blank">http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&amp;pid=518</a>.</li>
<li>This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549). </li>
<li>This position is represented by a union.</li>
<li>This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.</li>
<li>Typical Work Schedule:  This position will work 40 hours with five 8-hour shifts, scheduled with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.</li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Understanding of approaches to support others in recovery andresiliency and demonstrates efforts at self-directed recovery. Knowledgeable of community resources and how to connect individuals to those resources. Ability to understand and carry out directions and instructions; ability to maintain confidentiality; interest and skill in providing services to individuals; ability to speak, read and write English; ability to provide documentation consistent with department standards for quality and timeliness; willingness to work hours conducive to reaching the identified population; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with individuals, coworkers, and other agencies. Will be asked to discuss recovering experiences during interview process.    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts, pushes, pulls, moves carts and carries items weighing up to 5 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12 pt. font; hears a normal speech level; works in areas that may be exposed to heat, cold, humidity, and noise.  This position will go into homes in the community and may be exposed to secondhand smoke, uneven ground and/or dust, and household cleaning chemicals, i.e., bleach, cleaners.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
<ul>
<li>One of the following:
<ul>
<li>MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR</li>
<li>Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR</li>
<li>Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
<ul>
<li>A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR</li>
<li>Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at <a href="http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/" target="_blank">http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/</a>
Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

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