Washington County Behavioral Health Division within the Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting for an Adult Intensive Care Coordinator to join the Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) team. This position will primarily serve adults with complex behavioral health needs, with the primary goal of improving health outcomes through collaboration with the individual, system providers and partners, and other organizations providing support. If you are passionate about working with adults with complex behavioral health needs and enjoy system navigation and collaboration, please consider joining our team!
To learn more about our Division, please use this link: Behavioral Health (Mental Health Services)
* Effective 8/17/2024, this recruitment will open continuous until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the posting may be closed at any time without further notice. Washington County reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period. *
** It is anticipated that the first initial application screening will start the week of 9/9/2024 for the applications submitted by Sunday, 9/8/2024. This posting will remain open and applications received after 9/8/2024 may be considered if needed. **
About the Opportunity:
In this role, you will work to ensure Oregon Health Plan members residing in Washington County have access to care coordination regardless of eligibility for specific services. You will work with adult clients to provide needs assessment, care planning, connection to service delivery systems, and coordination with behavioral health, physical health, and dental providers. Using a person-centered approach, you will facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings and coordinate with partners including legal systems, the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities (APD), and Developmental Disabilities services, with the goal of improving communication and health outcomes in all areas.
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
- Experience and commitment working with adults with complex behavioral health needs.
- Experience working with clients with dual diagnosis (behavioral health and substance use disorder) is preferred but not required.
- An understanding of the needs of the Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) community in Washington County.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and system partners.
- Compassion and strengths-oriented approach.
- Understanding of Medicaid systems in Oregon.
- Bilingual/multi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC)
Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County's services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Adult Intensive Care Coordinator is a working title. This position is classified as a Senior Mental Health Services Coordinator. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review this classification, please use this link: Senior Mental Health Services Coordinator-Mental Health.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- A Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field; AND three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in providing case management or services coordination in human services related field; AND
- Must be certified by the Mental Health and Addictions Certification Board of Oregon as a Qualified Mental Health Professional or hold an approved clinical license and meet the criteria of a Qualified Mental Health Professional as defined in the Oregon Administrative Rules.
Preferred Qualification (Not required to be considered for the position):
Background Investigation:
Please be advised that this position is required to pass a criminal background check post offer.