Mental Health Associate - Child Outpatient - Skills Trainer

Mental Health Associate - Child Outpatient - Skills Trainer Mental Health Department (Classification 755) SEIU Represented Full-Time (37.5 hours/week) position This position is open until filled. First review of applications will be on May 26, 2026. Any applications received after May 26 will be reviewed and considered as needed, and this posting may close at any time after that date. Linn County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available. Experienced paraprofessional to work with youth and families with significant mental health and behavioral challenges in a county mental health setting, in the community, schools and consumer's homes. Experience facilitating groups and individual skills training. Case management experience required. Strong communication skills; basic English composition and computer skills necessary for documentation; understanding of basic counseling and assessment, evidence-based practices, case management, outreach, and crisis interventions; documentation including treatment goals. Must be willing to work as part of an interdisciplinary team and possess the ability to be flexible with case and task assignments. Must be timely in completing paperwork and documentation. This position is on the New Solutions Wraparound Team which works collaboratively with youth, families, and community partners to strengthen families; to keep youth in the community, and in school. Travel between work sites including Albany, Lebanon and Sweet Home may be necessary at times. Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in psychology, social work, counseling or closely related behavior science field; or four years of progressive experience in a mental health service program involving general client needs; or any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the work described. Applicants must register with The Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) within 30 days of employment. This is a non-supervisory position. Lead work and coordination of work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel. Must be able to pass a criminal history check and possess or obtain a valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record that meets the County's requirements. VISA sponsorship Linn County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.