Behavioral Health Specialist 2 (Sex Offender Treatment Program)

Initial Posting Date:

10/07/2025

Application Deadline:

10/31/2025

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$6,866 - $9,588

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Behavioral Health Specialist 2 (Sex Offender Treatment Program)

Job Description:

Salary Range:$6,420.00 - $9,588.00 USD (Monthly, Base Salary)

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! –Behavioral Health Specialist 2 (Sex Offender Treatment Program)

What you will do!
You will interview patients to obtain pertinent information and administer assessments/tests/questionnaires to help identifying treatment needs and progress!

You will consult with Interdisciplinary Treatment Teams!

You will provide in-service training to treatment staff!

You will develop, implement, and evaluate efficacy of positive reinforcement plans, patient engagement plans, and behavioral support plans!

You will provide group and individual treatment for individuals with a history of problematic sexual behaviors!

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.

Behavioral Health Specialist 2

A Bachelor’s degree in nursing or occupational therapy AND licensed by the State of Oregon AND three years of progressively responsible experience related to the series concept; OR

A Master’s degree in psychology; social work or behavioral health science AND two years of progressively responsible experience related to the series concept.

Note: Some positions may require qualification as a QMHP (Qualified Mental Health Professional).

Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.

Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have an abuse check, criminal records and driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.

• Must be eligible for certification with Oregon’s Sexual Offense Treatment Board

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

• Experience developing and implementing evidence based psychotherapeutic and psychoeducation treatment interventions; groups and individual interventions.

• Experience in providing training to unit and program staff.

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, and answer all supplemental questions.

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through theiremployee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.

• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.

• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!

• This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time position located in Salem OR, and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. This position is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

• This position is 100% on site. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.

• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact Barry Lein at email: barry.lein@oha.oregon.gov and phone/text: 503-440-6484

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.

• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.

• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.

• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.

• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.