Health Services
Mental Health Specialist
1 or 2
LINN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES Class Code: 771 and 772
AVAILABLE POSITION
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
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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 in the essential functions section above requires Oregon licensure as
a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker. 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. Bilingual Required.
SALARY, BENEFITS, COMPENSATION:
Linn County employees say their benefits play a large role in what makes the County such a great place
to work. We offer competitive benefit plans.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Vacation and Floating Days
- Paid Holiday Time
