Mental Health Consultant - On-Call

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

On-Call

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

THIS WORK MATTERS!

This recruitment is "Open Until Filled" to allow for a deeper candidate pool. Applicants will be reviewed weekly starting 08/07/2025.

The Commitment Monitor Program is part of Multnomah County Community Mental Health Program Safety Net and serves adults that are managing severe persistent mental health disorders who are civilly committed in Multnomah County. The purpose of this position is to represent the Mental Health Authority in overseeing the course of care for a civilly committed individual while hospitalized, facilitate the least restrictive level of care for committee individuals as well as providing for the safety of the community. The services provided are defined in Oregon Statue 426 with further directions in Oregon Administrative Rule 309-033. This is an On-Call position assignment. Work hours are between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday-Friday. Hours will vary but should be around 8-24 hours per week. This position is remote but does require in person visits to hospital psychiatric units. Many of the psychiatric units have a safety requirement that all staff and visitors must be able to walk without any assistive devices.

As theMental Health Consultant - On-Call, other duties will include:

Evaluation and Assessment

• Evaluate, review and approve for discharge from hospital, monitor progress of in-patient care, assess for meeting continued commitment criteria.
• Ensure discharge criteria includes appropriate community mental health appointments, housing, and entitlements are in place.
• Assess the need for extended hospital care through the Long Term Psychiatric Care referral process.
• Assess for compatibility for referral to Trial Visit Monitoring as a transition safety net for individuals discharging from the hospital.

Care and Case Planning

• Collaboration and consultation with community providers, hospitals, treatment teams and consumers' family/significant others.
• Solicit treatment recommendations from providers, work with providers to facilitate timely discharge.

Resource Planning

• Provide engagement, transition and community support services for clients.
• Recommendation and facilitation of outpatient treatment services, including housing.
• Connects clients to services and treatment that are available, best meet their needs and support recovery.

Documentation

• Create a Discharge Plan in Shared Monitor Files within three business days of the commitment.
• Accurately document client contacts, including the one face to face visit and then the follow up communications with the hospital and community providers for a minimum two contacts per week.
• Maintain current commitment and treatment information in the electronic health record (EHR) system and close files in a timely manner.

Court and Representation

• Represent the Civil Commitment Courts' interests relevant to committed clients.
• File all documentation including legal documents to court and electronic health record system in accurate and timely manner.
• Complete Involuntary Investigations including completing Hearing Reports for Protested Recertification of Civil Commitment.
• Provide testimony at court appearances for Civil Commitment Hearings, Recertification of Civil Commitments, Revocation of Trial Visit Hearings, or other legal issues as required.
• Process and approve termination and/or transfer of individuals on Civil Commitment status as appropriate.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview ofthe selection process page.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED):

Education/Certification: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the mental health field with major coursework in social science, or a related field demonstrating the capacity for the required knowledge and skills to meet provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-C) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) and the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) - more information can be found at MHACBO website. Current QMHP-C, and/or licensed Board of Oregon (LPC, LCSW, PHD, etc) See qualified degrees listed below:

• Master degree in psychology.
• Master degree in social work.
• Master degree in a behavioral science field.

Other:

• This position requires a background investigation, which may include being fingerprinted.

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates.

• Licensed Board of Oregon (LPC, LCSW, PhD,etc) (preferred).
• Knowledge of challenges and barriers faced by those with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and the systems they encounter in Residential Services, Adult Protective Services and Crisis Services.
• Lead with race through actions and advocacy with internal programs, with community partners and across departments throughout the county.
• Demonstrate the ability to flex style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
• Respect and appreciation for ethnic and cultural diversity.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships to achieve positive work outcomes.
• Ability to maintain a safe and healthful workplace.
• High degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING & EVALUATION (REQUIRED):

The Application Packet: You must submit ALL requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resumedemonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

2. Attach aCover Letter addressing the following:

• Describe if you have any experience providing mental health services to diverse communities and experience working within systems of behavioral health regulatory oversight ; AND
• How you meet the qualifications for this position; AND

3. Attach a copy of your QMHP-C and/or Board of Oregon Licensure (if applicable)

Note:The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Background, reference, and education checks

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This hourly union-represented position is eligible for overtime

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Applying for this posting will give you the opportunity to be placed on the eligible list for future opportunities for Mental Health Consultant positions as positions for these programs become available. The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, and limited duration assignments.

Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Caitrin Thomaselli

Email:

caitrin.thomaselli@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (971) 4218257

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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