Case Manager - Skills Trainer- Children's Resource Team

$5,000 HIRING BONUS (Prorated by FTE)

• Benefits include:
  • Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
  • Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.

• Position may be eligible for Oregon Behavioral Health Loan Repayment Program – visit https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HSD/AMH/Pages/Loan-Repayment.aspx
• Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.
• Bonus Applicable to external applicants only, and limitations for re-hires will apply.

Overview

Observes child/youth and family interactions, provides teaching and training on skill development such as positive social interactions, management of emotions, etc… Works within and communicates with a treatment team of mental and emotional health personnel. Implements specific skills training activities as defined by the therapist. Under the guidance and direction of supervisor helps develop and facilitate group activities.

Responsibilities

Provides support, information and teaching, when appropriate, to parents, teachers, and caregivers that helps them to aid in skill development in all areas of the child/youth’s life. Reports on any increase in concerning symptoms exhibited by child/youth and helps manages immediate crisis including danger to self or others, and implements crisis intervention plan if necessary. Follows agency established departmental clinical protocols. Works collaboratively with treatment team to meet client goals and maintains timely communication with clients, Options staff, and supervising therapist. The majority of services are delivered in the community. Regularly drives agency vehicle and transports clients as required. Manages time and caseload effectively.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree in psychology, social work, or behavioral science field or an equivalent degree OR a combination of at least three years of relevant work, education, training, or experience required to perform the job.

Must be a QMHA on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.

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Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO.

Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives. We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients. Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change. We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.