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Shangri La

Behavioral Health Support Specialists - Jefferson

Pay: $20.14–$24.50/hr

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Jefferson, OR (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$45,999 / year median in Oregon

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

Position info: The Behavioral Health Support Specialists is responsible for delivery of services to individuals residing in a Residential Treatment Home following a personalized service plan. It is the responsibility of the BHSS to provide direct supportive services to residents of the home, who experience severe and persistent mental illness. Experience in this position qualifies as experience for

QMHA R Status:

Full Time/On Call Relief Location:

Jefferson Current Shifts:

Sunday - Tuesday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM Starting wage: $20.14 an hour (Night shifts additional $.75 an hour)

Wage Scale:

$20.14 - $24.50 Reports to:

Housing Manager Requirements:

' High school graduate or equivalent. ' Current Oregon Driver's License and acceptable driving record ' Ability to pass background check screening ' Minimum of one (1) year education and/or experience in mental illness, emotional/behavioral difficulties or other related conditions. Benefits (for Full Time positions): Paid Training Provided, including Oregon Intervention System (OIS), CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, and more! 91% Employer Paid Medical Insurance (EE ONLY) Get paid early with Dayforce Wallet $10K Life Insurance Plan 8 Paid Holidays - holidays worked paid at premium Paid Sick and Personal Time Off Gym or other wellness reimbursement Employee referral reward program Employee paid flex spending and supplemental insurance offerings 401K after eligibility requirements are met Overtime usually available Shangri-La is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Shangri-La will ensure that individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against and are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Michael Meduri, Talent Engagement Coordinator, at 503-581-1732, x316 or michael.meduri@shangrila-or.org. As part of this commitment, Shangri-La does not tolerate racism, homophobia, sexism, or transphobia. Shangri-La does not discriminate based on someone's identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class. All Orientations. All Abilities. All Cultures. All Sexes. All People of All Color. All Religions.