University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Pediatrics Critical Care- Health Sciences series
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF07963
The Department of Pediatrics, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital seek faculty members to join the Department of Pediatrics' Division of Critical Care in the Health Sciences tracks. Academic rank and will commensurate with experience. Applicants must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. Duties include patient care, teaching of fellows and residents, and participation in research or other scholarly endeavors that will lead to academic promotion. Strong leadership skills, administrative experience, and teaching experience are a strong plus. Candidates with commitment to pursue collaborative and/or independent research will be supported as needed in their academic endeavors. Applicants on a path to independent extramural funding are desired and will be provided the necessary resources to be successful. Candidates must hold a M.D. or equivalent degree, be eligible to work in the United States and licensed (or licensable) to practice medicine in California. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
How to Apply: https://apptrkr.com/4415625
UC Regents Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct: All aspects of searches are confidential and all candidates are expected to review and abide by UC Regents Policy 1111 on Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/1111.html.
The posted UC salary scales [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/index.html] set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5, APU 4 [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2022-23/oct-2022-salary-scales/t5-summary.pdf]. The salary range for this position is $115,100 - $228,733. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf], which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.
Cultural North Star: The shared values of the DGSOM are expressed in the Cultural North Star, which was developed by members of our community and affirms our unswerving commitment to doing what's right, making things better, and being kind. These are the standards to which we hold ourselves, and one another. Please read more about this important DGSOM program at https://medschool.ucla.edu/cultural-north-star
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/4415625
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
Full Time
Pediatrics Critical Care- Health Sciences series
University of California Los Angeles
Requisition Number: JPF07963
The Department of Pediatrics, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital seek faculty members to join the Department of Pediatrics' Division of Critical Care in the Health Sciences tracks. Academic rank and will commensurate with experience. Applicants must be board certified/eligible in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. Duties include patient care, teaching of fellows and residents, and participation in research or other scholarly endeavors that will lead to academic promotion. Strong leadership skills, administrative experience, and teaching experience are a strong plus. Candidates with commitment to pursue collaborative and/or independent research will be supported as needed in their academic endeavors. Applicants on a path to independent extramural funding are desired and will be provided the necessary resources to be successful. Candidates must hold a M.D. or equivalent degree, be eligible to work in the United States and licensed (or licensable) to practice medicine in California. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits.
How to Apply: https://apptrkr.com/4415625
UC Regents Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct: All aspects of searches are confidential and all candidates are expected to review and abide by UC Regents Policy 1111 on Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/1111.html.
The posted UC salary scales [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/compensation/index.html] set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5, APU 4 [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2022-23/oct-2022-salary-scales/t5-summary.pdf]. The salary range for this position is $115,100 - $228,733. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-670.pdf], which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.
Cultural North Star: The shared values of the DGSOM are expressed in the Cultural North Star, which was developed by members of our community and affirms our unswerving commitment to doing what's right, making things better, and being kind. These are the standards to which we hold ourselves, and one another. Please read more about this important DGSOM program at https://medschool.ucla.edu/cultural-north-star
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/4415625
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR, USA
Associate Director of Human Resources, CBSO
Job no: 532220
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Human Resources
Department: Central Business Services Office, Office of the Provost Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: Commensurate with experience Compensation Band: OS-OA08-Fiscal Year 2023-2024 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
August 7, 2023; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include the following with your online application:
• A resume that outlines your educational and professional work experience. These details are used to determine if applicants meet the qualifications of this position.
• The names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.
Please Note: We may contact applicants who meet the minimum requirements to request additional information for the next stage of review.
To receive a copy of the full position description, please send an email to mailto:cbrady@uoregon.edu. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.
Department Summary
The University of Oregon is implementing a shared services model for human resources across many areas of our campus. This is an exciting time to join the HR community at the University of Oregon as we innovate, develop new processes, and implement HR best practices.
The Central Business Service Offices (CBSO), a shared service office, provides specific services in the areas of Finance, Human Resources, Payroll, Purchasing, Contracting, Travel, and Accounts Payable for several organizations on campus including:
The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health Clark Honors College College of Design College of Education School of Journalism & Communication.
The mission of the shared services group is to provide consistency through centralized services, offering our expertise in processing a wide variety of financial and human resources transactions and functions including acting as a liaison to the Business Affairs Office, Purchasing and Contracting Services, University Human Resources, and Payroll Administration. The units supported by the CBSO constitute a large business enterprise consisting of more than 1,000 employees and more than $100 million in budgeted operations as well as many other funds types including but not limited to sponsored, gift, and foundation funds, development and outreach, and designated operations funds. The CBSO also works with a breadth of employee category types including at least 3 different unions, student employees, and officers of administration.
The team within the CBSO is committed to providing superior customer service and creating partnerships with our customers to ensure their needs are fulfilled to the highest standard.
Position Summary
Do your professional goals align with providing individualized human resource services that focus on helping others succeed and reach their full potential? If so, the Central Business Services Office (CBSO) is seeking an Associate Director of Human Resources (ADHR) to provide leadership and support to our faculty and staff through the provision of a variety of HR services, and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.
The Associate Director of Human Resources, CBSO will join the newly formed HR shared services team within the CBSO and will provide HR leadership to the CBSO HR staff including directors, managers, classified personnel, and the breadth of HR across each of the 5 supported units. The ADHR is one of two Associate Directors focused on supporting over 1,000 employees (faculty, staff, student, and graduate employees).
The ADHR will lead a team to learn the unique needs of your customers and develop policies, practices, and workflows to meet those needs while working closely with school, college, and university (University HR) leadership to implement consistent HR best practices across the CBSO portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Director of the CBSO, and as a member of the CBSO leadership team, you will participate in strategic planning, including recruiting and hiring, employee engagement, workforce planning, helping shape the experience of administrators, faculty, staff, and students throughout the employee life cycle.
As the leader of Human Resources in the CBSO, you will work closely with university leaders, administrators, supervisors, search chairs, and hiring managers, providing strategic consultation and excellent customer service to help them meet their HR goals. Using knowledge and creativity, you will help guide our customers to solutions that align with UO (University of Oregon) policies and practices. You will keep your finger on the pulse of emerging trends, concerns, and best practices, sharing your assessments with leadership, and adjusting priorities and strategic approaches accordingly.
You will lead recruitment efforts by writing engaging position descriptions and job advertisements while incorporating strategies to build robust and diverse pools of applicants. You will coach and train supervisors and leadership on best practices for running searches, including proactively removing roadblocks for applicants and building diverse and inclusive active recruitment strategies. Your team will be the first point of contact for new employees as you onboard them to their units and the university. You will build out and refine onboarding processes that set up new employees for success and begin the process of retaining them.
You will work with division leaders and University HR on employee engagement strategies, performance evaluation, and professional development, supervisor training and coaching, and employee and labor relations (ELR) needs. Your team will also manage the employee exit process including exit interviews and surveys, collecting data, identifying trends, and proposing initiatives to better engage, develop, and retain our faculty and staff.
While there is room for innovation and creativity in this role, there is also an expectation of an elevated level of support. This position will be a part of a team of HR professionals across campus and will work closely with University Human Resources professionals who can provide guidance, consultation, subject-matter expertise, and a sounding board for innovative ideas.
Minimum Requirements
• Five years of progressively responsible human resources experience and a bachelor's degree; or seven years of progressively responsible HR experience*.
• Three years' experience supervising at least one regular, permanent employee including performance management; OR five years' combined experience performing lead work and supervising students/interns/part-time/temporary staff.
*HR experience is subject matter expertise in one or more of the functional areas of HR, such as recruitment and hiring; classification and compensation; employee and labor relations; or employee training, development, and retention.
Professional Competencies
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, from executives to front-line staff and other individual contributors.
• Ability to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts through one's own actions and by influencing the actions of others.
• Understanding of the needs and experiences of job seekers and employees with diverse/marginalized identities, and commitment to advancing inclusion efforts in recruitment and retention.
• Knowledge of effective strategies to build robust and diverse pools of applicants and run an inclusive search process, create an inclusive work environment, and improve equity in processes and policy.
• Ability to manage complex HR matters, including employee and labor relations issues, with sensitivity, respect, compliance awareness, and a solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Understanding of effective supervisory practices and techniques, employee and employer relationships, and management principles and the ability to advise supervisors on these matters.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials and situations appropriately.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, make appropriate decisions, escalate matters when necessary, and provide proactive, effective change management.
Preferred Qualifications
• HR experience in a higher education setting or a similarly complex organization.
• Experience understanding and applying provisions of collective bargaining agreements to personnel situations and working with various employee groups including administrative, faculty, and student employees.
• Experience with position description development, performance management, recruitment, classification, compensation, and EEO/affirmative action.
• Experience leveraging a wide array of technologies, such as tools for applicant tracking, productivity, and communication.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at mailto:uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/nondiscrimination.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4410781
Full Time
Associate Director of Human Resources, CBSO
Job no: 532220
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Human Resources
Department: Central Business Services Office, Office of the Provost Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: Commensurate with experience Compensation Band: OS-OA08-Fiscal Year 2023-2024 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
August 7, 2023; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include the following with your online application:
• A resume that outlines your educational and professional work experience. These details are used to determine if applicants meet the qualifications of this position.
• The names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.
Please Note: We may contact applicants who meet the minimum requirements to request additional information for the next stage of review.
To receive a copy of the full position description, please send an email to mailto:cbrady@uoregon.edu. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.
Department Summary
The University of Oregon is implementing a shared services model for human resources across many areas of our campus. This is an exciting time to join the HR community at the University of Oregon as we innovate, develop new processes, and implement HR best practices.
The Central Business Service Offices (CBSO), a shared service office, provides specific services in the areas of Finance, Human Resources, Payroll, Purchasing, Contracting, Travel, and Accounts Payable for several organizations on campus including:
The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health Clark Honors College College of Design College of Education School of Journalism & Communication.
The mission of the shared services group is to provide consistency through centralized services, offering our expertise in processing a wide variety of financial and human resources transactions and functions including acting as a liaison to the Business Affairs Office, Purchasing and Contracting Services, University Human Resources, and Payroll Administration. The units supported by the CBSO constitute a large business enterprise consisting of more than 1,000 employees and more than $100 million in budgeted operations as well as many other funds types including but not limited to sponsored, gift, and foundation funds, development and outreach, and designated operations funds. The CBSO also works with a breadth of employee category types including at least 3 different unions, student employees, and officers of administration.
The team within the CBSO is committed to providing superior customer service and creating partnerships with our customers to ensure their needs are fulfilled to the highest standard.
Position Summary
Do your professional goals align with providing individualized human resource services that focus on helping others succeed and reach their full potential? If so, the Central Business Services Office (CBSO) is seeking an Associate Director of Human Resources (ADHR) to provide leadership and support to our faculty and staff through the provision of a variety of HR services, and creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.
The Associate Director of Human Resources, CBSO will join the newly formed HR shared services team within the CBSO and will provide HR leadership to the CBSO HR staff including directors, managers, classified personnel, and the breadth of HR across each of the 5 supported units. The ADHR is one of two Associate Directors focused on supporting over 1,000 employees (faculty, staff, student, and graduate employees).
The ADHR will lead a team to learn the unique needs of your customers and develop policies, practices, and workflows to meet those needs while working closely with school, college, and university (University HR) leadership to implement consistent HR best practices across the CBSO portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Director of the CBSO, and as a member of the CBSO leadership team, you will participate in strategic planning, including recruiting and hiring, employee engagement, workforce planning, helping shape the experience of administrators, faculty, staff, and students throughout the employee life cycle.
As the leader of Human Resources in the CBSO, you will work closely with university leaders, administrators, supervisors, search chairs, and hiring managers, providing strategic consultation and excellent customer service to help them meet their HR goals. Using knowledge and creativity, you will help guide our customers to solutions that align with UO (University of Oregon) policies and practices. You will keep your finger on the pulse of emerging trends, concerns, and best practices, sharing your assessments with leadership, and adjusting priorities and strategic approaches accordingly.
You will lead recruitment efforts by writing engaging position descriptions and job advertisements while incorporating strategies to build robust and diverse pools of applicants. You will coach and train supervisors and leadership on best practices for running searches, including proactively removing roadblocks for applicants and building diverse and inclusive active recruitment strategies. Your team will be the first point of contact for new employees as you onboard them to their units and the university. You will build out and refine onboarding processes that set up new employees for success and begin the process of retaining them.
You will work with division leaders and University HR on employee engagement strategies, performance evaluation, and professional development, supervisor training and coaching, and employee and labor relations (ELR) needs. Your team will also manage the employee exit process including exit interviews and surveys, collecting data, identifying trends, and proposing initiatives to better engage, develop, and retain our faculty and staff.
While there is room for innovation and creativity in this role, there is also an expectation of an elevated level of support. This position will be a part of a team of HR professionals across campus and will work closely with University Human Resources professionals who can provide guidance, consultation, subject-matter expertise, and a sounding board for innovative ideas.
Minimum Requirements
• Five years of progressively responsible human resources experience and a bachelor's degree; or seven years of progressively responsible HR experience*.
• Three years' experience supervising at least one regular, permanent employee including performance management; OR five years' combined experience performing lead work and supervising students/interns/part-time/temporary staff.
*HR experience is subject matter expertise in one or more of the functional areas of HR, such as recruitment and hiring; classification and compensation; employee and labor relations; or employee training, development, and retention.
Professional Competencies
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, from executives to front-line staff and other individual contributors.
• Ability to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts through one's own actions and by influencing the actions of others.
• Understanding of the needs and experiences of job seekers and employees with diverse/marginalized identities, and commitment to advancing inclusion efforts in recruitment and retention.
• Knowledge of effective strategies to build robust and diverse pools of applicants and run an inclusive search process, create an inclusive work environment, and improve equity in processes and policy.
• Ability to manage complex HR matters, including employee and labor relations issues, with sensitivity, respect, compliance awareness, and a solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Understanding of effective supervisory practices and techniques, employee and employer relationships, and management principles and the ability to advise supervisors on these matters.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials and situations appropriately.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, make appropriate decisions, escalate matters when necessary, and provide proactive, effective change management.
Preferred Qualifications
• HR experience in a higher education setting or a similarly complex organization.
• Experience understanding and applying provisions of collective bargaining agreements to personnel situations and working with various employee groups including administrative, faculty, and student employees.
• Experience with position description development, performance management, recruitment, classification, compensation, and EEO/affirmative action.
• Experience leveraging a wide array of technologies, such as tools for applicant tracking, productivity, and communication.
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at mailto:uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/nondiscrimination.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4410781
Clackamas County
Oregon City, OR, United States
Mental Health Specialist (Mobile Crisis Response Team) Job ID: 107059 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:Regular CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO PRINT OR SAVE THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR YOUR REFERENCE. IT WILL NOT BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER THE CLOSE DATE. Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: Service Professionalism Integrity Respect Individual accountability Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday August 1, 2023. PAY AND BENEFITS Clackamas County is committed to offering a high-quality benefits package to support employees and their families. Mental Health Specialist 2 (licensed): Annual Pay Range: $83,420.32 - $105,530.57 Hourly Pay Range: $40.105921 - $50.735849 Mental Health Specialist 1 (unlicensed): Annual Pay Range: $68,868.87 - $87,447.48 Hourly Pay Range: $33.110035 - $42.042059 Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. In addition to competitive wages, Clackamas County offers an attractive benefits package for employees in regular status positions. Most benefits, including Medical & Dental, start the first of the month after date of hire! Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees. We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire. With the Clackamas County Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), you may be eligible for loan forgiveness, re-payment and scholarship opportunities through Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) and/or the Oregon Office of Rural Health (Oregon Medicaid Primary Care Loan Repayment Program). In addition, there may be options for loan forgiveness while working with a government/public agency with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below. Generous paid time off package, including: 12 hours of vacation accrued per month Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave ! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire. 8 hours of sick accrued per month 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year Other Benefits: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP): Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.) OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage A Choice of Dental Plans Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes Longevity pay Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information) This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association. Employees' Association (EA) Full Time Benefits Learn More About Benefits JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS Clackamas County's Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) is looking for a passionate and adaptable Mental Health Specialist to join the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT). The Mobile Crisis Response Team is part of the continuum of safety net services. Clinicians on the Mobile Crisis Response Team provide field-based crisis response to individuals and families in the community. Primary responsibilities for this position include field-based risk assessment, crisis intervention, case management, consultation, and referral for a variety of individuals in need. Secondary responsibilities include outreach engagement of clients and families struggling with symptoms of mental illness and substance abuse, and providing back-up and support to other parts of the crisis services program, as needed. This position shares after-hours on-call coverage on a rotating basis. Since this is a field-based position, successful candidates will have a history of working with individuals in a variety of settings (i.e. field, hospital, office, clinic, emergency department, etc.). Other desired skills and experience include: providing assessment and intervention to people (across the lifespan) in crisis; incorporating a person-centered, strengths-based recovery approach that includes peers and natural systems of support; a positive and collaborative attitude and approach in working with partners, including but not limited to law enforcement; and a belief that every person we serve has the right to define and pursue their own definition of recovery. The most competitive candidates will have experience, knowledge and a commitment to serving a diverse population and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion; experience working with adults and children with mental health and substance abuse issues; experience working collaboratively with community partners, collateral service providers, law enforcement agencies and co-workers; experience utilizing an electronic health record or similar computerized data system and have availability to work evening, weekend and on-call coverage hours as part of the regular shift. Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as established by the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) A ”Qualified Mental Health Professional" (QMHP) means a Licensed Medical Provider or any other person meeting one or more of the following minimum qualifications as authorized by the Local Mental Health Authority or designee: Bachelor's degree in nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon; Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; Graduate degree in psychology; Graduate degree in social work; Graduate degree in recreational, art, or music therapy; or Graduate degree in a behavioral science field. QMHPs must demonstrate the ability to conduct an assessment, including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories of mental and physical health, alcohol and other drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts, assessing family, cultural, social and work relationships, and conducting a mental status examination, complete a five axis DSM diagnosis, write and supervise the implementation of a ISSP and provide individual, family or group therapy within the scope of their training. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PHD). If unlicensed, must have minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the role AND must also receive licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PHD) within four (4) years of hire. At least 1 year experience providing crisis response assessment, triage, and intervention with individuals who are in mental health crisis Must be willing to work evening and weekend hours as part of the regular shift, including additional on-call after hours responsibility Experience, knowledge and commitment to serving a diverse population and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion Must possess and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy. Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Current Licensure Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) I, II, III At least 1 year experience assessing risk for suicide and/or danger to self or others At least 1 year experience working in a community based setting (i.e.: mobile outreach or crisis assessment, in-home counseling, field-based work environment) Bilingual English/Spanish *For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position. TYPICAL TASKS Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Provides crisis assessment and intervention to consumers and residents of Clackamas County and their families in the community as part of a 24/7 crisis response system. Assesses consumers to determine treatment needs and level of risk to self and others; collects and evaluates critical information presented by consumer and/or other informants; examines history and current mental status; reviews treatment/ resource options with consumer; prepares documents and findings in electronic clinical record in accordance with OAR and Division procedures. Provides crisis outreach and psychotherapeutic services to consumers and their families; enters and maintains documentation of services provided in electronic clinical record in accordance with OAR and Division procedures. Conducts assessments for involuntary hospitalization as a Director's Designee under ORS 426.233; gathers background information; attends and testifies at commitment or other formal hearings. Works as a key member of a mobile crisis team consisting of other mental health professionals including Case Managers and Peer Support Specialists; makes referrals to other community clinics, agencies, or care facilities; reviews consumer status, diagnosis, evaluations, treatment plans, treatment objectives and outcomes with team, supervisors and other health care professionals as appropriate; provides case-specific consultation to other staff members, providers, families and/or community agencies; provides clinical consultation to students, volunteers and paraprofessional staff. Works as a consultant or trainer to staff, other individuals, other agency personnel, interested community groups or staff at institutions; provides mental health and chemical dependency education and training to other staff, outside professionals, family members and the community; may represent the agency on internal or external committees as appropriate; may act as liaison for specific projects or contract services. As a Mental Health Specialist 2 (licensed), may participate in supervision of student interns or volunteers. Prepares client assessments, writes case summaries, reports, and letters and maintains case records; completes program-related assignments as required. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Working knowledge of : Accepted principles and theories of human behavior, personality and development, and social interaction and development; techniques and procedures employed in diagnosing, evaluating, modifying and motivating human behavior; principles and techniques of group and individual therapy; principles and methods of community intervention; techniques of identifying and utilizing community resources; case management methods and techniques; rules, laws, regulations, and ethics governing the treatment of mental patients and clients; office equipment, including personal computers and software programs. Skill to : Apply social and psychological theories of behavior and personality to the treatment of difficult mental and emotional disorders and handicaps; diagnose, evaluate and implement a treatment plan and monitor the client's progress toward established goals; analyze and evaluate social, psychological, and physical factors affecting clients and their families; treat clients and their families in order to enhance their social, psychological, and physical functioning; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; make formal presentations to the public, community groups, and other mental health professionals; work effectively as a member of a professional mental health team to diagnose and treat clients; keep accurate and timely records; operate computer software and other office equipment; establish and maintain effective relationships. WORK SCHEDULE This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program. This is a 40 hour per week position, working four ten hour days. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location. Members of the mobile crisis team share after-hours on-call coverage on evenings and weekends (with additional compensation) on a rotating basis. Work Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday; 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM A shift differential will be included EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents. Explore Clackamas County Working for Clackamas County Recreation, Arts & Heritage Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT Clackamas County Health Centers provide direct medical, dental, and mental health services to Clackamas County residents. We provide services at our Integrated Primary Health Care Clinics, our mental health clinics, or through our School Based Health Centers. Health Centers is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department. Learn more about Clackamas Health Centers. APPLICATION PROCESS Clackamas County only accepts online applications. Help With Your Application: Application Process Help with the Application If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us . Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays). HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Request Veterans' Preference Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference VISA SPONSORSHIP Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process. RECRUITING QUESTIONS? Jimmy Henry, Recruiter JHenry@clackamas.us To apply, visit https://hrapp.clackamas.us/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&JobOpeningId=107059&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant jeid-c17d9cd7ceeb85499a2ad0b3b9135afa
Full Time
Mental Health Specialist (Mobile Crisis Response Team) Job ID: 107059 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:Regular CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO PRINT OR SAVE THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR YOUR REFERENCE. IT WILL NOT BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER THE CLOSE DATE. Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: Service Professionalism Integrity Respect Individual accountability Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday August 1, 2023. PAY AND BENEFITS Clackamas County is committed to offering a high-quality benefits package to support employees and their families. Mental Health Specialist 2 (licensed): Annual Pay Range: $83,420.32 - $105,530.57 Hourly Pay Range: $40.105921 - $50.735849 Mental Health Specialist 1 (unlicensed): Annual Pay Range: $68,868.87 - $87,447.48 Hourly Pay Range: $33.110035 - $42.042059 Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. In addition to competitive wages, Clackamas County offers an attractive benefits package for employees in regular status positions. Most benefits, including Medical & Dental, start the first of the month after date of hire! Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees. We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire. With the Clackamas County Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), you may be eligible for loan forgiveness, re-payment and scholarship opportunities through Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) and/or the Oregon Office of Rural Health (Oregon Medicaid Primary Care Loan Repayment Program). In addition, there may be options for loan forgiveness while working with a government/public agency with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below. Generous paid time off package, including: 12 hours of vacation accrued per month Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave ! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire. 8 hours of sick accrued per month 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year Other Benefits: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP): Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.) OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage A Choice of Dental Plans Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes Longevity pay Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information) This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association. Employees' Association (EA) Full Time Benefits Learn More About Benefits JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS Clackamas County's Behavioral Health Division (CCBHD) is looking for a passionate and adaptable Mental Health Specialist to join the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT). The Mobile Crisis Response Team is part of the continuum of safety net services. Clinicians on the Mobile Crisis Response Team provide field-based crisis response to individuals and families in the community. Primary responsibilities for this position include field-based risk assessment, crisis intervention, case management, consultation, and referral for a variety of individuals in need. Secondary responsibilities include outreach engagement of clients and families struggling with symptoms of mental illness and substance abuse, and providing back-up and support to other parts of the crisis services program, as needed. This position shares after-hours on-call coverage on a rotating basis. Since this is a field-based position, successful candidates will have a history of working with individuals in a variety of settings (i.e. field, hospital, office, clinic, emergency department, etc.). Other desired skills and experience include: providing assessment and intervention to people (across the lifespan) in crisis; incorporating a person-centered, strengths-based recovery approach that includes peers and natural systems of support; a positive and collaborative attitude and approach in working with partners, including but not limited to law enforcement; and a belief that every person we serve has the right to define and pursue their own definition of recovery. The most competitive candidates will have experience, knowledge and a commitment to serving a diverse population and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion; experience working with adults and children with mental health and substance abuse issues; experience working collaboratively with community partners, collateral service providers, law enforcement agencies and co-workers; experience utilizing an electronic health record or similar computerized data system and have availability to work evening, weekend and on-call coverage hours as part of the regular shift. Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as established by the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) A ”Qualified Mental Health Professional" (QMHP) means a Licensed Medical Provider or any other person meeting one or more of the following minimum qualifications as authorized by the Local Mental Health Authority or designee: Bachelor's degree in nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon; Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; Graduate degree in psychology; Graduate degree in social work; Graduate degree in recreational, art, or music therapy; or Graduate degree in a behavioral science field. QMHPs must demonstrate the ability to conduct an assessment, including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories of mental and physical health, alcohol and other drug use, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts, assessing family, cultural, social and work relationships, and conducting a mental status examination, complete a five axis DSM diagnosis, write and supervise the implementation of a ISSP and provide individual, family or group therapy within the scope of their training. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PHD). If unlicensed, must have minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the role AND must also receive licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PHD) within four (4) years of hire. At least 1 year experience providing crisis response assessment, triage, and intervention with individuals who are in mental health crisis Must be willing to work evening and weekend hours as part of the regular shift, including additional on-call after hours responsibility Experience, knowledge and commitment to serving a diverse population and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion Must possess and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy. Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Current Licensure Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) I, II, III At least 1 year experience assessing risk for suicide and/or danger to self or others At least 1 year experience working in a community based setting (i.e.: mobile outreach or crisis assessment, in-home counseling, field-based work environment) Bilingual English/Spanish *For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position. TYPICAL TASKS Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Provides crisis assessment and intervention to consumers and residents of Clackamas County and their families in the community as part of a 24/7 crisis response system. Assesses consumers to determine treatment needs and level of risk to self and others; collects and evaluates critical information presented by consumer and/or other informants; examines history and current mental status; reviews treatment/ resource options with consumer; prepares documents and findings in electronic clinical record in accordance with OAR and Division procedures. Provides crisis outreach and psychotherapeutic services to consumers and their families; enters and maintains documentation of services provided in electronic clinical record in accordance with OAR and Division procedures. Conducts assessments for involuntary hospitalization as a Director's Designee under ORS 426.233; gathers background information; attends and testifies at commitment or other formal hearings. Works as a key member of a mobile crisis team consisting of other mental health professionals including Case Managers and Peer Support Specialists; makes referrals to other community clinics, agencies, or care facilities; reviews consumer status, diagnosis, evaluations, treatment plans, treatment objectives and outcomes with team, supervisors and other health care professionals as appropriate; provides case-specific consultation to other staff members, providers, families and/or community agencies; provides clinical consultation to students, volunteers and paraprofessional staff. Works as a consultant or trainer to staff, other individuals, other agency personnel, interested community groups or staff at institutions; provides mental health and chemical dependency education and training to other staff, outside professionals, family members and the community; may represent the agency on internal or external committees as appropriate; may act as liaison for specific projects or contract services. As a Mental Health Specialist 2 (licensed), may participate in supervision of student interns or volunteers. Prepares client assessments, writes case summaries, reports, and letters and maintains case records; completes program-related assignments as required. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Working knowledge of : Accepted principles and theories of human behavior, personality and development, and social interaction and development; techniques and procedures employed in diagnosing, evaluating, modifying and motivating human behavior; principles and techniques of group and individual therapy; principles and methods of community intervention; techniques of identifying and utilizing community resources; case management methods and techniques; rules, laws, regulations, and ethics governing the treatment of mental patients and clients; office equipment, including personal computers and software programs. Skill to : Apply social and psychological theories of behavior and personality to the treatment of difficult mental and emotional disorders and handicaps; diagnose, evaluate and implement a treatment plan and monitor the client's progress toward established goals; analyze and evaluate social, psychological, and physical factors affecting clients and their families; treat clients and their families in order to enhance their social, psychological, and physical functioning; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; make formal presentations to the public, community groups, and other mental health professionals; work effectively as a member of a professional mental health team to diagnose and treat clients; keep accurate and timely records; operate computer software and other office equipment; establish and maintain effective relationships. WORK SCHEDULE This position is included in the County's alternate workweek program. This is a 40 hour per week position, working four ten hour days. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is designated as on-site/in-person. It is expected that the selected candidate will perform duties at the specified on-site work location. Members of the mobile crisis team share after-hours on-call coverage on evenings and weekends (with additional compensation) on a rotating basis. Work Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday; 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM A shift differential will be included EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents. Explore Clackamas County Working for Clackamas County Recreation, Arts & Heritage Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT Clackamas County Health Centers provide direct medical, dental, and mental health services to Clackamas County residents. We provide services at our Integrated Primary Health Care Clinics, our mental health clinics, or through our School Based Health Centers. Health Centers is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department. Learn more about Clackamas Health Centers. APPLICATION PROCESS Clackamas County only accepts online applications. Help With Your Application: Application Process Help with the Application If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us . Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays). HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Request Veterans' Preference Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference VISA SPONSORSHIP Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process. RECRUITING QUESTIONS? Jimmy Henry, Recruiter JHenry@clackamas.us To apply, visit https://hrapp.clackamas.us/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&JobOpeningId=107059&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant jeid-c17d9cd7ceeb85499a2ad0b3b9135afa
Clackamas County
Oregon City, OR, United States
Disease Intervention Specialist Job ID: 107100 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:Regular CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: Service Professionalism Integrity Respect Individual accountability Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. PAY AND BENEFITS Annual Pay Range: $57,351.80 - $72,266.58 Hourly Pay Range: $27.572979 - $34.743549 Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees. We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire. Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below. Generous paid time off package, including: 12 hours of vacation accrued per month NEW BENEFIT! Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave ! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire. 8 hours of sick accrued per month 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year Other Benefits: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP): Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.) OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage A Choice of Dental Plans Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes Longevity pay Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information) This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association. Employees' Association (EA) Full Time Benefits Learn More About Benefits JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS Clackamas County Public Health Department (CCPHD) is looking for a culturally sensitive health professional to fill a vacancy for a Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS), to conduct case investigation and partner services with an emphasis on HIV/STI clients; to provide resources and referrals to HIV/STI cases and clients; to conduct other case investigation and case management for other reportable diseases as assigned (eg. animal encounters, enterics, foodborne illness), and to support HIV/STI prevention activities through outreach and field work. The DIS role is to identify, locate, notify, and refer for examination and/or treatment to persons infected or at risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections; to collaborate with medical providers, and navigate health care systems to ensure patient evaluation and treatment; and to do other work as required. The DIS role is responsible for identifying and obtaining treatment for carriers of infectious disease and their identified contacts with a focus on sexually transmitted infections (STI) and HIV. The DIS conducts case investigations, including but not limited to office and field work investigation and provides consultation and guidance to community healthcare providers regarding current STI/HIV testing and treatment guidelines. Successful candidates will have expertise in essential skills such as communication, interviewing, counseling, case analysis, and provider and community engagement. The most competitive candidates will have knowledge of disease surveillance and investigation methods as well as infectious disease management and control with experience in adult learning, interviewing about sensitive topics, and health care education. In addition, competitive candidates will have experience collaborating with community partners and engaging in meetings with a variety of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience interpreting lab results with a strong working knowledge of STIs/HIV and recommended guidelines as well as experience working with a government agency in a grant-driven environment. CCPHD's mission is to protect and promote the community's health by advancing racial health equity, building partnerships, and establishing culturally responsive systems. Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* A minimum of three (3) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position, including case management or similar. Experience with field work and community education and health promotion. Ability to maintain confidentiality with patient health information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and the public. Strong oral and written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate with diverse groups, particularly LGBTQ+, persons of color, gender diverse individuals, sex workers and other vulnerable populations. Proficient in Microsoft Office operating systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy . Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check. Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Community Health Worker Certification (CHW) Completion of phlebotomy training/training in administration of point of care HIV/STI tests. Bilingual Fluency (Spanish and English), preferably as a Qualified or Certified Health Care Interpreter by The Oregon Health Authority Experience interpreting lab results. Experience working with a government agency. Experience conducting interviews with individuals about sensitive topics such as sex, sexuality, human anatomy, and safer sex practices. Experience working remotely and with health information using various databases. *For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position. TYPICAL TASKS CASE INVESTIGATION: Interprets laboratory results for standard STI tests; Investigates reported, suspected and confirmed cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV; Investigates partner contacts of reported cases, ensure testing and treatment are completed by contacts, and completes case reports. CLIENT INTERACTION AND CASE MANAGEMENT: Conducts interviews of clients diagnosed with or potentially exposed to communicable diseases, including HIV and STIs; Provides confidential counseling, treatment referrals, and other services for clients and named contacts of STIs and People Living with HIV (PLWH); Analyzes electronic medical records to ensure adequate treatment has been completed per CDC/OHA recommended guidelines. KNOWLEDGE AND OUTREACH: Keeps current with recommended treatments for a variety of STIs; Works closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to inform them of proper testing, reporting, and treatment protocols for STIs, including HIV; Keeps current with local, state and national and international disease trends and outbreaks. COLLABORATION: Collaborates with community partners to increase the availability, accessibility, and utilization of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to Clackamas County residents, and refers clients to providers for PrEP education and consultation; Collaborates with local and state partners to improve targeted STIs and HIV testing; Acts as a consultant to other staff and partners on STIs and HIV. DATABASE USAGE AND ENTRY: Maintains STI/HIV case data in Oregon's disease surveillance system (Orpheus) for reportable STIs, including laboratory screening; Analyzes case information, documentation and case completion in required databases; Conducts data entry and updates to Orpheus for the purpose of HIV/STI reporting in Clackamas County; Ensures accurate management of detail in data entry and case reporting within multiple medical records. STD & HIV PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Assists management with development of policies and procedures on individual case management, diagnosis and treatment guidelines, lab procedures, and counseling techniques. FIELD WORK: Uses ground-level investigative skills to conduct Field Visits in the community for the purpose of case investigation and community outreach; Engages in community education and health promotion. DIS MEETINGS, TRAININGS AND PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT: May include: Public Health Accreditation Board's DIS Certification National Advisory Committee; NACCHO's HIV, STI, & Viral Hepatitis Sentinel Network; National Network of STD clinical Prevention Training Centers; Participates & hosts (as assigned) DIS Quad County and EISO tri-county group meetings; Local and state public health meetings and other local partner meetings. ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS: Conducts animal bite interviews and investigates reports of animal-human encounters in Clackamas County. Coordinates care between reporting clinicians and infectious disease state officials; Collection of data, processing lab reports, and preparation of program reports. IDCP TEAM DUTIES: Provides outbreak and emergency response; Attends and participates in team huddles, meetings, QI meetings and projects; Attends and participates in Quad County communicable disease meetings; Participates in the annual Oregon Epidemiologists trainings and conferences, as approved by the Infectious Disease Control and Prevention Program Manager. IDCP CASE BACK-UP: Provides investigative support to IDCP team members with enteric interviews and case investigations; Conducts foodborne illness complaint interviews, data entry, & coordinates with Environment Health as needed; Assists with emerging infectious disease response. WORKING CONDITIONS Some positions may involve exposure to bodily fluids and routine contact with individuals who have communicable diseases. Some positions may involve frequent exposure to hostile and/or disturbed clients. Duties in the field require occasional visits to community facilities and client living locations. WORK SCHEDULE This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the Clackamas County Teleworking Policy and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County. EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents. Explore Clackamas County Working for Clackamas County Recreation, Arts & Heritage Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The health of a community is a key indicator about its quality of life. At Clackamas County Public Health, we are committed to improving the quality of life in Clackamas County by offering services and engaging in activities that protect and promote the health of its residents. Public Health's Mission Promote and assist individuals, families & communities to be healthy, safe and thrive. By working with our communities, Public Health assures conditions that: Prevent injury & disease Promote health Protect food, water & air Prepare for emergencies Public Health is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department. Learn more about Clackamas County Public Health APPLICATION PROCESS Clackamas County only accepts online applications. Help With Your Application: Application Process Help with the Application If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us . Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays). HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Request Veterans' Preference Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference VISA SPONSORSHIP Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process. RECRUITING QUESTIONS? Lindsay White, Recruiter lindsaywhi@clackamas.us To apply, visit https://hrapp.clackamas.us/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&JobOpeningId=107100&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant jeid-b1e76a92dd17484cb67222489a405b9f
Full Time
Disease Intervention Specialist Job ID: 107100 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary:Regular CLACKAMAS COUNTY CORE VALUES Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another: Service Professionalism Integrity Respect Individual accountability Trust By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT. Clackamas County Core Values Clackamas County is committed to building a community where people thrive, have a sense of safety, connection, and belonging, so that everyone is honored and celebrated for the richness in diversity they bring. We encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and lived experience to apply. CLOSE DATE This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. PAY AND BENEFITS Annual Pay Range: $57,351.80 - $72,266.58 Hourly Pay Range: $27.572979 - $34.743549 Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position. Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees. We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire. Attractive benefits package and incentives for employees in regular status positions are detailed below. Generous paid time off package, including: 12 hours of vacation accrued per month NEW BENEFIT! Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals in compliance with EPP 66 - Vacation Leave ! This means you have access to vacation time at time of hire. 8 hours of sick accrued per month 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year Other Benefits: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP): Employer paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.) OPSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage A Choice of Dental Plans Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes Longevity pay Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information) This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association. Employees' Association (EA) Full Time Benefits Learn More About Benefits JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS Clackamas County Public Health Department (CCPHD) is looking for a culturally sensitive health professional to fill a vacancy for a Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS), to conduct case investigation and partner services with an emphasis on HIV/STI clients; to provide resources and referrals to HIV/STI cases and clients; to conduct other case investigation and case management for other reportable diseases as assigned (eg. animal encounters, enterics, foodborne illness), and to support HIV/STI prevention activities through outreach and field work. The DIS role is to identify, locate, notify, and refer for examination and/or treatment to persons infected or at risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections; to collaborate with medical providers, and navigate health care systems to ensure patient evaluation and treatment; and to do other work as required. The DIS role is responsible for identifying and obtaining treatment for carriers of infectious disease and their identified contacts with a focus on sexually transmitted infections (STI) and HIV. The DIS conducts case investigations, including but not limited to office and field work investigation and provides consultation and guidance to community healthcare providers regarding current STI/HIV testing and treatment guidelines. Successful candidates will have expertise in essential skills such as communication, interviewing, counseling, case analysis, and provider and community engagement. The most competitive candidates will have knowledge of disease surveillance and investigation methods as well as infectious disease management and control with experience in adult learning, interviewing about sensitive topics, and health care education. In addition, competitive candidates will have experience collaborating with community partners and engaging in meetings with a variety of stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience interpreting lab results with a strong working knowledge of STIs/HIV and recommended guidelines as well as experience working with a government agency in a grant-driven environment. CCPHD's mission is to protect and promote the community's health by advancing racial health equity, building partnerships, and establishing culturally responsive systems. Required Minimum Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* A minimum of three (3) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position, including case management or similar. Experience with field work and community education and health promotion. Ability to maintain confidentiality with patient health information. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and the public. Strong oral and written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate with diverse groups, particularly LGBTQ+, persons of color, gender diverse individuals, sex workers and other vulnerable populations. Proficient in Microsoft Office operating systems (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Learn more about the County's drug testing policy . Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check. Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy Preferred Special Qualifications/ Transferrable Skills:* Community Health Worker Certification (CHW) Completion of phlebotomy training/training in administration of point of care HIV/STI tests. Bilingual Fluency (Spanish and English), preferably as a Qualified or Certified Health Care Interpreter by The Oregon Health Authority Experience interpreting lab results. Experience working with a government agency. Experience conducting interviews with individuals about sensitive topics such as sex, sexuality, human anatomy, and safer sex practices. Experience working remotely and with health information using various databases. *For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position. TYPICAL TASKS CASE INVESTIGATION: Interprets laboratory results for standard STI tests; Investigates reported, suspected and confirmed cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV; Investigates partner contacts of reported cases, ensure testing and treatment are completed by contacts, and completes case reports. CLIENT INTERACTION AND CASE MANAGEMENT: Conducts interviews of clients diagnosed with or potentially exposed to communicable diseases, including HIV and STIs; Provides confidential counseling, treatment referrals, and other services for clients and named contacts of STIs and People Living with HIV (PLWH); Analyzes electronic medical records to ensure adequate treatment has been completed per CDC/OHA recommended guidelines. KNOWLEDGE AND OUTREACH: Keeps current with recommended treatments for a variety of STIs; Works closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to inform them of proper testing, reporting, and treatment protocols for STIs, including HIV; Keeps current with local, state and national and international disease trends and outbreaks. COLLABORATION: Collaborates with community partners to increase the availability, accessibility, and utilization of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to Clackamas County residents, and refers clients to providers for PrEP education and consultation; Collaborates with local and state partners to improve targeted STIs and HIV testing; Acts as a consultant to other staff and partners on STIs and HIV. DATABASE USAGE AND ENTRY: Maintains STI/HIV case data in Oregon's disease surveillance system (Orpheus) for reportable STIs, including laboratory screening; Analyzes case information, documentation and case completion in required databases; Conducts data entry and updates to Orpheus for the purpose of HIV/STI reporting in Clackamas County; Ensures accurate management of detail in data entry and case reporting within multiple medical records. STD & HIV PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Assists management with development of policies and procedures on individual case management, diagnosis and treatment guidelines, lab procedures, and counseling techniques. FIELD WORK: Uses ground-level investigative skills to conduct Field Visits in the community for the purpose of case investigation and community outreach; Engages in community education and health promotion. DIS MEETINGS, TRAININGS AND PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT: May include: Public Health Accreditation Board's DIS Certification National Advisory Committee; NACCHO's HIV, STI, & Viral Hepatitis Sentinel Network; National Network of STD clinical Prevention Training Centers; Participates & hosts (as assigned) DIS Quad County and EISO tri-county group meetings; Local and state public health meetings and other local partner meetings. ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS: Conducts animal bite interviews and investigates reports of animal-human encounters in Clackamas County. Coordinates care between reporting clinicians and infectious disease state officials; Collection of data, processing lab reports, and preparation of program reports. IDCP TEAM DUTIES: Provides outbreak and emergency response; Attends and participates in team huddles, meetings, QI meetings and projects; Attends and participates in Quad County communicable disease meetings; Participates in the annual Oregon Epidemiologists trainings and conferences, as approved by the Infectious Disease Control and Prevention Program Manager. IDCP CASE BACK-UP: Provides investigative support to IDCP team members with enteric interviews and case investigations; Conducts foodborne illness complaint interviews, data entry, & coordinates with Environment Health as needed; Assists with emerging infectious disease response. WORKING CONDITIONS Some positions may involve exposure to bodily fluids and routine contact with individuals who have communicable diseases. Some positions may involve frequent exposure to hostile and/or disturbed clients. Duties in the field require occasional visits to community facilities and client living locations. WORK SCHEDULE This position works 40 hours during a standard workweek of Monday through Friday. Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the Clackamas County Teleworking Policy and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County. EXPLORE CLACKAMAS COUNTY Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents. Explore Clackamas County Working for Clackamas County Recreation, Arts & Heritage Equity, Diversity and Inclusion ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The health of a community is a key indicator about its quality of life. At Clackamas County Public Health, we are committed to improving the quality of life in Clackamas County by offering services and engaging in activities that protect and promote the health of its residents. Public Health's Mission Promote and assist individuals, families & communities to be healthy, safe and thrive. By working with our communities, Public Health assures conditions that: Prevent injury & disease Promote health Protect food, water & air Prepare for emergencies Public Health is a Division of the Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Department. Learn more about Clackamas County Public Health APPLICATION PROCESS Clackamas County only accepts online applications. Help With Your Application: Application Process Help with the Application If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or e-mail us . Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays). HOW TO CLAIM VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Request Veterans' Preference Learn more about the County's Veterans' Preference VISA SPONSORSHIP Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Once a job applicant has accepted a position, they will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States prior to their first day. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process. RECRUITING QUESTIONS? Lindsay White, Recruiter lindsaywhi@clackamas.us To apply, visit https://hrapp.clackamas.us/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&JobOpeningId=107100&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=1&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant jeid-b1e76a92dd17484cb67222489a405b9f