Job Description

Initial Posting Date: 05/25/2023

Application Deadline: 06/01/2023

Agency: Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range: $3,536 - $5,380

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Mental Health Therapist 2 - Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus

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The Oregon State Hospital, a division of the , has a fantastic opportunity for multiple MENTAL HEALTH THERAPISTS 2 to join an excellent team working to help people recover from their illness and return to their lives in the community.

What you will do!
You will, under the supervision of professional staff, provide primary case management for a group of mentally, emotionally or behaviorally impaired patients. You\'ll work under the supervision of professional staff to design, teach and evaluate classes in a treatment specialty area such as criminality or addiction and/or provide behavioral therapy to patients. In addition, you\'ll participate in the basic care and treatment of, and provide security and escort services for patients and contribute to the general therapeutic atmosphere of the work unit.

What\'s in it for you?

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus . If you\'re driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the is the place for you.

This recruitment will be used to fill a permanent, full-time position located in Salem, OR (2600 Center St. NE) and may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill future vacancies as they occur. These positions are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Unit: Pathways Program Float

Shift: 7:15AM - 9:05PM, working Friday - Sunday

Days Off: Monday - Thursday

OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA\xe2\x80\x99s health equity definition is \xe2\x80\x9cOregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.\xe2\x80\x9d OHA\xe2\x80\x99s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click , to learn more about OHA\xe2\x80\x99s mission, vision and core values.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of experience working with people with behavioral illness or histories or physically impaired clients.

An Associate\'s or a Bachelor\'s degree in social science (such as social work, human services, psychology, child development, gerontology, health, or health education) may be substituted for one year of the required experience

Preferred Skills:

Possess basic computer skills and be willing to learn new technologies as they are introduced into the work place

Must be able to work more than 8 hours in a day and/or 40 hours in a week as required

May require working on-call and/or rotating schedules

Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve

How to apply:

Attention current State of Oregon employees: To apply for posted positions, please close this window and log into your Workday account and apply through the Career worklet.

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Please ensure you\xe2\x80\x99ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the homepage.

Questions/Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact Jessica Leedham 971-286-8780 or .

Additional Information

Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply

If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. for more information about veterans\xe2\x80\x99 preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process

We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers at this time \xe2\x80\x93 unless specifically noted. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security\'s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States

If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment

Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test

Please only attach documents that are related to the position. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed

Employees at Oregon State Hospital may be exposed to the handling, administration, waste and spill cleanup of hazardous medications, which may result in health impacts to the employee

Applicants can review the Oregon State Hospital\'s anti-retaliation notice at

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Oregon State Hospital requires all employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. (critical elements of process).

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity and anti-racism.

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