Title: Qualified Mental Health Professional
Location: John Day OR
Compensation: $2,800-3,200/Week Gross (Includes up to $1575/Week in Stipends)
Duration: 13-26 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Shift/Schedule: 7on, 7off - Day Shift 8am-9:20pm, On Call
Responsibilities, Skills, & Abilities
- Subject Expertise: Knowledge of mental illness, addiction symptoms, the recovery model, and relevant Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) (or ability to acquire).
- Communication & Professionalism: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to represent the agency positively in the community.
- Relationship & Teamwork: Skilled in building cooperative relationships with clients and families, working in teams, and collaborating across agencies and community groups.
- Work Management: Able to work independently, manage tasks thoroughly, and meet deadlines.
- Technical Skills: Computer literate with proficiency in typing, word processing, and software systems.
- Confidentiality: Strict adherence to legal and organizational privacy standards for handling sensitive client information.
Required Skills
Education and Experience
- MHS IV
- Doctorate from an accredited college in social work, psychology, or a human service-related field; OR
- Master’s degree with accompanying certification as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
- MHS III
- Master’s degree from an accredited college in social work, psychology, or a human service-related field.
- MHS II (with Variance)
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Enrolled or willing to enroll within 4 months of hire in a Master’s program (in social work, psychology, or a human service-related field) at an accredited college.
QMHP / State Variance Requirements
Must have an active variance from the State or be designated as a QMHP mental health intern per Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR), which requires:
- Meeting qualifications for a QMHA; and
- Enrollment in a graduate program leading to a degree in psychology, social work, or a related behavioral science field; and
- A collaborative educational agreement between the Division-certified provider and the graduate program.
Certifications (Must possess or be able to obtain)
- Certified Mental Health Investigator (from the Department of Human Services).
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor OR Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor.
Schedule/Shift
- 7 on 7 off schedule, 12 hour shifts and on call
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
