Mental Health Specialist 1 or 2

• Adult Outpatient
• Bilingual Required Mental Health Department (Classification 771 and 772) SEIU Represented Full Time (37.5 hours/week) position Mental Health Specialist 1: $6,370
• $8,131 Depending on Qualifications Mental Health Specialist 2: $7,023
• $8,966 Depending on Qualifications This position is open until filled.

First review of applications will be on July 27, 2026. Any applications received after July 27 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. Linn County Mental Health is recruiting for and experienced mental health therapist to work with adult consumers who experience a range of symptoms including PTSD, depression, and anxiety. The person filling this position should be skilled in assessment, individual and group therapy, case management and consultation. Candidates should have familiarity with Evidence Based Practice and have excellent case management and therapy skills. Must be willing to work as part of an interdisciplinary team and follow documentation requirements in accordance with the Oregon Administrative Rules and department policies and procedures. Upgraded skills in medical management information systems to support clinical work would be desired. Travel between work sites may be necessary.

Essential Functions:

1. Perform client evaluations and record them in the client's chart. 2. Develop individual treatment or habilitation plans. 3. Provide leadership and represent the department at inter-agency habilitation staff meetings. 4. Provide education, technical assistance and consultation to other service providers. 5. Provide information to prospective clients and the general public about the services available through this department and by other community agencies. 6. Provide client services and complete documentation of the services provided in accordance with department policies and Oregon Administrative Rules. 7. Provide individual, group and family therapy. 8. Provide after-hours emergency crisis intervention services to individuals and consultation and support to other community agencies. 9. Provide pre-commitment investigations of persons alleged to be mentally ill and recommend to the court whether a civil commitment hearing is warranted. 10. Develop and maintain effective, harmonious and reasonable work relationships with others. 11. Maintain regular and predictable work attendance. Mental Health Specialist 1: Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field is required. Professional or supervised practicum-level experience in providing similar services to persons with similar problems or concerns is desirable but not required. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the work described may be acceptable. Mental Health Specialist 2: Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling or related field is required. Two years post Master's Degree supervised experience in a similar position. Classification as a Mental Health Specialist 2, in addition to the requirements listed above in the job summary, also requires Oregon licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Bilingual Required 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. 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.

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.