Behavior Health Specialist 2, Qualified Mental Health Professional Mental Health Clinical Educator (Hybrid)

Behavior Health Specialist 2, Qualified Mental Health Professional Mental Health Clinical Educator (Hybrid) 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars Salem, OR Hybrid work $7,570

• $10,040 a month
• Full-time Department of Corrections 131 reviews $7,570
• $10,040 a month

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Full-time Initial Posting Date:

05/18/2026

Application Deadline:

05/28/2026

Agency:

Department of Corrections Salary Range:

$7,570

• $10,040

Position Type:

Employee Position Title:

Behavior Health Specialist 2, Qualified Mental Health Professional Mental Health Clinical Educator (Hybrid)

Job Description:

Behavior Health Specialist 2, Qualified Mental Health Professional Mental Health Clinical Educator (Hybrid) Oregon Department of Corrections About the Job

• Your Role The primary purpose of this position is to develop employee skills and knowledge by assessing, designing, delivering, and evaluating clinical training to staff.

Working under the framework of adult learning and continuing professional education, this position develops specialized clinical curriculum for delivery at new employee training, annual training, and specialized training to Health Services professionals and other ODOC employees.

The position is responsible for:

Creating and presenting professional clinical curriculum to health services staff to orient and support new staff, enhance clinical skills, optimize performance, and maintain professional licensure. Designing and applying systems to assess effectiveness of training. Providing train the trainer sessions to develop internal subject matter experts. Understanding and utilizing current technologies to maximize the effectiveness of training presentations. Identifying barriers to effective learning and recommending strategies to improve training systems. Promoting trauma informed practices. Conferring with stakeholders to determine training needs. Coordinating the use of training facilities and ensuring the availability of equipment and supplies. Tracking training completion.

These positions:

Is a hybrid position located between employee's home and an adult correctional facility. Require travel to all ODOC institutions to provide training. May work Saturdays and Sundays, and work any shift of the day. May require occasional long hours and overnight travel. Frequently perform work inside an adult prison. Have contact with adults in custody, at times out of visual range of security staff. Are exposed to adults in custody that may become physically and/or verbally abusive. Require vigilance and awareness. This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute. Minimum Qualifications A graduate degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy, art therapy, music therapy, or behavioral health science; OR Possession of a current Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification; OR A bachelor's degree in nursing AND licensed by the State of Oregon; OR A bachelor's degree in occupational therapy AND licensed by the State of Oregon; OR A qualified Mental Health Intern, as defined in 309-019-0105(61).

Note:

This position will require qualification as a QMHP (Qualified Mental Health Professional). Mental health licensure preferred. The equivalent of one year of full-time experience (1,920 hours), which may include applicable internships, of the experience which demonstrates the competencies noted in the Qualifications and Required Skills sections. Requested Skills Significant clinical mental health knowledge. Experience providing behavioral services to individuals with chronic mental illness, including diagnosis and treatment. Ability to incorporate learning principles in the creation of mental health curriculum. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to model pro-social behavior. Special Qualifications Able to qualify for certification as a DPSST instructor. (Pass an extensive background check) Your application will be reviewed to verify that you are a Qualified Mental Health Professional at the time of hire.

NOTE:

To be qualified as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (OAR 309-032-0450(26)) you must have: a Graduate degree in psychology; OR a Bachelor's degree in nursing and be licensed by the State of Oregon; OR a Graduate degree in social work; OR a Graduate degree in a behavioral science field; OR a Graduate degree in recreation, art, or music therapy; OR a Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and be licensed by the State of Oregon;

AND HAVE

education and experience which demonstrates the competencies to identify precipitating events; gather histories of mental and physical disabilities, alcohol and drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts; assess family, social and work relationships; conduct a mental status examination; document a DSM diagnosis; write and supervise a treatment plan, conduct a comprehensive mental health assessment; and provide individual, family, and/or group therapy within the scope of their training. Application Information In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date. The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process. Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates' qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process. Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. Working Conditions This position may be hybrid, your primary location will be the institution closest to you. Travel will be required to other institutions around the state of Oregon, however travel to and from your hybrid office and the closest institution will not be paid travel. You will work in close contact with adults in custody in the institution setting and may be exposed to hostile situations or incidents. May be exposed to chemicals, radiation, communicable disease, or other hazards inherent in a health care facility and correctional setting. You will perform work inside a 24/7 facility, shifts may vary to include early shifts, late shifts, and weekends. You will have contact with adults in custody during treatment/consultation, at times out of visual range of security staff. You will be exposed to adults in custody that may become physically and/or verbally abusive and requires vigilance and awareness. About the Department The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives. The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices. Benefits The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%. The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes: Family health, vision, and dental insurance Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components Optional short and long-term disability Term life insurance Fully paid retirement program Oregon Saving Growth Plan Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare And more About the Process

• What to Expect After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.

Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager. The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews. Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews. Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks. A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay. A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team! Requirements for Employment The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services. 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. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights. The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA. Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Please note

• if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application.

You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation. The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. Questions If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter:

Kelli Ketchum, Kelli.

L.Ketchum@doc.oregon.gov

Reference Number:

Req-200297 Workday will timeout after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application. Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours. ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States. This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice. This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.