South Lane Mental Health is Hiring

About South Lane Mental Health:

Located just south of Eugene Oregon in the beautiful city of Cottage Grove, South Lane Mental Health is guided by an enduring commitment to provide individualized mental health services with compassion and respect.  South Lane Mental Health’s staff of nearly 100 provides a variety of therapeutic services to over 2,000 individuals annually in Cottage Grove and the surrounding community.  Our employees have a wide range of backgrounds, educational attainment, and skill sets.  We strive to create an agency community characterized by empowerment, compassion, and innovation.  

Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health

• Exceptional community where employees are supported, trusted and treated as professional adults​100% employer paid health insurance premiums for the employee.  
• 100% employer paid coverage of in-network copays, deductibles and pharmaceutical expenses.   
• 100% employer paid dental and vision premiums.  
• 5 weeks paid time off per year regularly increasing up to 7 weeks 
• 9 paid holidays per year (including Indigenous People’s Day and Juneteenth) 
• 12 weeks of fully paid family/medical leave  
• Paid bereavement and civic duty leave.   
• Employee assistant program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice. 
• Supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.)  
• Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs.   
• Flexible and hybrid schedules  
• Office set up budget  
• Annual cost of living increases

• Options for advancement and career development   

About the Position:

The ACT Team Supervisor fulfills the role of the “Team Lead” on the ACT team. The ACT team lead works closely with the Manager and Program Director to fulfill a vital role in supporting the ACT team to maintain a state monitored fidelity and to be a primary coordinator, in partnership with the Program Director, for the state auditors during the annual fidelity assessments. The ACT team Supervisor also plays a significant role in assisting the ACT Program Manager by providing supervision training and ongoing support to assigned staff members, helping to maintain consistency in the delivery of client care plans as developed through a collaborative team process, and other duties as a support to the ACT Program Manager in order to support improved client care and quality program services delivery. The ACT Team Supervisor also supports clear communication within the team and provides direct therapy and Case management services to ACT program participants.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• This is a full-time position with 100% of Time devoted to the ACT team and 50% of that time devoted to a combination of direct client service, and ACT team members supervision (1:1 or Group) per ACT Fidelity.
• Understand and monitor ACT fidelity requirements and work with the ACT Program manager and Program Director to develop strategies to implement changes in service delivery or quality assurance monitoring when necessary.
• Communicate and coordinate with OCEACT (ACT program state oversight agency) representatives for annual state fidelity reviews and quality management.
• Review annual state review results with the ACT team and support the follow-up of any impact to services delivery or quality assurance improvements suggested by OCEACT.
• Provide direct supervision to assigned supervisees and produce supervision notes.
• Build therapeutic relationships and provide individual therapy and case management to ACT Program clients.  Help clients identify individual strengths and resources needed to manage and overcome ongoing personal barriers to living independently in the community. Assisting with the development and implementation of individualized plans.
• Provide wrap around support as necessary and appropriate, including participating in care coordination with community partners and/or natural support persons.
• Work with clients to provide therapy and case management support in the environment that provides the best opportunity for success, including conducting therapeutic sessions in the community, and/or conducting home visits as necessary and appropriate.
• Provide direct support to clients in navigating systems, and identifying and acquiring basic needs (food, clothing, housing, medical care, etc.)
• Conduct mental health assessments intakes and updates, develop individualized support plans, and document services as appropriate.
• Coordinate, conduct, or oversee therapeutic group projects as assigned.
• Understand that many individuals have been traumatized and strive to constantly provide services from a respectful, trauma-informed perspective.
• Complete administrative tasks related to client care, including scheduling appointments, completing all required paperwork, meeting requirements regarding productivity and dependability, and participating in quality and completeness reviews.
• Engage in continuing education activities and training, and maintain appropriate continuing education credits as required by board and licensure, as well as continually building therapeutic skills.

Provide Support to Team

• Attend assigned team leadership meetings, and coordinate with other members of leadership to help support clear communications within the ACT team and agency as a whole.
• Support ACT Program Manager with ensuring adherence to and provide clarification on agency policy, procedures, standards, and practice in accordance with applicable administrative rules and requirements and in line with the agency mission and values.
• Cultivate a work environment where respect, empowerment, and communication support a high-quality, competent, and committed staff.
• As requested, identify clinical decisions, information, concerns, etc. that are happening within the team that can be addressed within the team, and work with the team to identify and implement solutions and actions.
• In partnership with the ACT Program Manager, provide support and leadership to the team particularly surrounding complex cases and clients.
• In partnership with the ACT Program Manager provide training and support to new team members as required.
• Provide professional development supervision to assigned supervisees, including developing a collaborative relationship with supervisees and reviewing clinical and administrative work with supervisees.
• In partnership with the ACT Program Manager, support and advise supervisees regarding specific client and clinical concerns, as well as self-care topics.
• In partnership with the ACT Program Manager, provide training to assist supervisees with developing and mastering new skills.
• Participate in ACT team meetings to meet and support ongoing quality client care.
• Complete supervision notes documenting supervision activities and topics.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of best practice clinical supervision techniques.
• Ability to collaboratively problem solve, mentor, and support clinical roles such as QMHP, QMHA, PRSS, etc.
• Skill in creating and maintaining professional boundaries with supervisees, and ability to balance supportive relationship with supervisees, and clinical team with obligations to clients.
• Advanced skills in the practice of therapy, including ethics, goal setting, theoretical orientations, assessments, and client conceptualization.
• Skill in building therapeutic relationships with clients in individual, family, or group settings and provide therapy within scope of training.
• Ability to work well with a clinical team and collaborate on quality client services delivery with a multidisciplinary and diverse team.
• Ability to conduct DSM 5 diagnoses and mental status examinations.
• Knowledge of theoretical frameworks for psychotherapy, as well as case management and skills training techniques and resources for the SPMI population.
• Skill in de-escalating stressful situations and providing appropriate support to clients in crisis.
• Ability to clearly conceptualize a case, and communicate that conceptualization to others.
• Knowledge of best practice suicide risk assessment and safety planning techniques, and ability to assess health and safety risks.
• Ability to conduct mental health assessments according to standards set in Oregon Administrative Rules including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories, and assessing relationships.
• Understanding of supervising, and coaching a range of staff in a safe and supportive workplace and the ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities, collaborate, and calibrate participation.
• Ability to see the big picture and to prioritize time, resources, and efforts.
• Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values with financial and organizational needs.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Sound computer skills.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in the related fields of therapy to include social work, professional counseling, or psychology.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience.
• Previous work with the SPMI population preferred

Essential Job Functions 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, move, talk, hear, and manipulate equipment, as well as lift and move objects, equipment, and supplies.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Lift up to 40-50 pounds may occasionally be required, depending on the specific style or type of care provided. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must travel regularly using a personal vehicle to locations throughout the community, including client homes. 

The employee works in well-lit, clean environments. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.  May work evenings or weekends. The employee may occasionally work with angry or hostile clients or members of the public, work with toxic substances and biohazards, and be exposed to infectious illnesses. 

 Apply Now

• Located just south of Eugene Oregon in the beautiful and historic city of Cottage Grove, South Lane Mental Health is a non-profit community mental health agency guided by an enduring commitment to providing individualized mental health services with compassion and respect.  South Lane Mental Health’s staff of nearly 100 provides a variety of therapeutic services to over 2,000 individuals annually in Cottage Grove and the surrounding community.  Our employees have a wide range of backgrounds, educational attainment, and skill sets.  We strive to create an agency community characterized by empowerment, compassion, and innovation.   

  Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health

  • 100% employer paid health insurance premiums for the employee.  
  • 100% employer paid coverage of in-network copays, deductibles and pharmaceutical expenses.   
  • 100% employer paid dental and vision premiums.  
  • 5 weeks paid time off per year regularly increasing up to 7 weeks 
  • 9 paid holidays per year (including Indigenous People’s Day and Juneteenth) 12 weeks of fully paid family/medical leave  
  • Paid bereavement and civic duty leave.   
  • Employee assistant program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice.  
  • Supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.)  
  • Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs.   
  • Flexible and hybrid schedules  
  • Office set up budget  
  • Annual cost of living increases   
  • Multiple avenues for advancement and career development  
  • Exceptional community where employees are supported, trusted and treated as professional adults 

  About the position

  South Lane Mental Health is looking for a Health Promotion Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment Team. ACT team members provide support to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness living in the rural communities of Cottage Grove and south Lane County. Health Promotion Specialists build helping relationships with clients and assist clients in implementing individual care plans to support the management of day-to-day physical health challenges while working towards long term health goals.

   

  Hourly: $21.00 – $25.73 

   

  Principal Duties and Responsibilities  

  • Provide treatment and skills development to clients enrolled in the ACT program 
  • Work directly with a team of specialists including an LPN and a PHMNP  
  • Participating on a Health Promotion Team to support individuals with skills to manage wounds, nutrition, environmental wellbeing, personal hygiene, and other day to day healthcare needs 
  • Minor wound care and first aid  
  • Giving scheduled medication   
  • Giving ordered PRN (as needed) medications   
  • Performing tasks associated with medication administration, including vital signs, height and weight, glucose monitoring, and client observation  
  • Recording medication administration according to agency procedure  
  • Reporting changes in client status regarding drug therapy to ensure client comfort and safety  
  • Reporting life-threatening events to the nurse to protect self, the client, and others  
  • Reporting drug errors and filling out proper forms  
  • Attending medical appointments with clients  
  • Attending PMHNP or NP appointments with clients  
  • Assisting in the scheduling of client medical and psychiatric appointments  

  Participate in the ACT Treatment Team 

  • Regularly attend ACT team meetings and rounds and collaborate with other ACT team members to identify strategies to provide quality care to ACT clients. 
  • Coordinate care with other members of the ACT team, as well as other providers, families, courts, schools, etc. as required to assist the client to succeed in meeting individual goals. 

  Complete administrative and continuing education responsibilities 

  • Complete all required paperwork, including notes on services and individual client paperwork, in a timely manner.  
  • Meet requirements regarding productivity and dependability.    
  • Be familiar with relevant fidelity requirements, and complete responsibilities in a manner that comports with relevant fidelity standards. 
  • Coordinate with co-workers and treatment teams, including assisting with complex case reviews or family systems reviews as necessary.  
  • Actively participate in clinical supervision, as well as staff meetings.  
  • Engage in continuing education activities and training, and continually build therapeutic skills.    
  • Participate in completeness and quality reviews as required.  
  • As required, positively represent SLMH in the community and with other service providers, and/or act as a liaison with other organizations or with internal committees/cross-departmental teams.  
  • Perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner, both with clients and coworkers and in a manner that meets all professional ethical standards.   
  • Additional duties as requested.

  Position Requirements

  This position requires a CNA or CMA, and the ability to be certified as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) or a Peer Support Specialist (PRSS) (QMHA=A Bachelor degree in a mental health related field, or 3 years of full-time experience working with individuals with a severe mental illness diagnosis, or a combination of education and work experience). 

   

  Preferred Experience 

  • 1 to 2 years of active employment in the field of mental health treatment and/or substance use treatment, with a focus on the SPMI population, proffered but not necessary.  

  Preferred Skills and Knowledge

  • Understand mental health assessment, treatment, and service terminology, and apply these concepts. 
  • Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.  
  • Ability to respond calmly and professionally in high-stress situations and respond constructively to clients in a mental health crisis. 
  • Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values, particularly as relates to client and staff needs.  
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.  
  • Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.  
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team  
  • Sound computer and typing skills

  Essential Job Functions 

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, move, talk, hear, and manipulate equipment, as well as lift and move objects, equipment, and supplies.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Lift up to 40-50 pounds may occasionally be required, depending on the specific style or type of care provided. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must travel regularly using a personal vehicle to locations throughout the community, including client homes. 

    

  The employee works in well-lit, clean environments. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.  May work evenings or weekends. The employee may occasionally work with angry or hostile clients or members of the public, work with toxic substances and biohazards, and be exposed to infectious illnesses. 

  Resume and Cover letter are required. No phone calls, please. 

  Apply Now 

Job Summary:
The Human Resource Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing recruiting and retention strategies to attract and retain talented mental health and administrative professionals for South Lane Mental Health. The successful candidate will work closely with the leadership team to identify staffing needs, create job descriptions, develop recruitment plans, and oversee the hiring process. The Human Resource Specialist will also develop and implement strategies to retain employees, improve employee satisfaction, and ensure a positive work environment.

Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the leadership team to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions for mental health professionals
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates, including job postings, social media campaigns, and community outreach
• Screen and interview candidates, and coordinate the hiring process with hiring managers
• Develop and implement retention strategies to improve employee satisfaction and increase retention
• Conduct exit interviews and develop action plans based on feedback to improve retention
• Develop and maintain relationships with local colleges and universities to identify potential candidates and internship opportunities
• Maintain an applicant tracking system to monitor recruitment and retention efforts
• Develop and maintain the organization’s employer brand and image to attract top talent, build engagement with employees and the community, and enhance the organization’s reputation as an employer of choice.
• Develop and implement branding strategies, including messaging and visual identity, that align with the organization’s mission, values, and culture, and that reflect the unique needs and characteristics of the rural community in which the organization operates.
• Manage the organization’s presence on social media platforms, such as LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Facebook, to engage with potential candidates and showcase the organization’s culture and values.
• Collaborate with the leadership team and staff to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all internal and external communications, including job postings, recruitment materials, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Conduct research and analysis to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in employer branding and use this knowledge to continuously improve the organization’s branding strategies and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal employment laws and regulations

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in human resources, with a focus on recruiting and retention
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruitment software
• Passion for mental health and serving the rural community

The essential functions of this job outline the key responsibilities and tasks that the Human Resource Specialist – Recruiting and Retention will be expected to perform in order to fulfill the job requirements and support the organization’s mission and objectives. These essential functions include developing and implementing effective recruiting and retention strategies, maintaining compliance with employment laws and regulations, building relationships with local colleges and universities, and managing the organization’s branding and social media presence. The successful candidate will be able to perform these essential functions with a high degree of professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications for the position.

Apply Now

Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health:  

• 100% employer paid health insurance premiums for the employee.  
• 100% employer paid coverage of in-network copays, deductibles and pharmaceutical expenses.   
• 100% employer paid dental and vision premiums.  
• 5 weeks paid time off per year regularly increasing up to 7 weeks 
• 9 paid holidays per year (including Indigenous People’s Day and Juneteenth) 
• 12 weeks of fully paid family/medical leave  
• Paid bereavement and civic duty leave.   
• Employee assistant program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice.  
• Supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.)  
• Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs.   
• Flexible and hybrid schedules  
• Office set up budget  
• Annual cost of living increases   
• Multiple avenues for advancement and career development  
• Exceptional community where employees are supported, trusted and treated as professional adults 

About the position: 

The ACT Services Coordinator facilitates day-to-day coordination and tracking of ACT program client service needs and team member activities to ensure that client needs are met in a timely fashion by performing general program organization tasks, screening and directing calls to appropriate team members, scheduling client services and client supports, data input and data tracking, and other duties as assigned by the Program Manager. The Administrative Assistant also performs general service delivery tasks as a support to the overall functioning of the ACT team and builds helping relationships with clients to aid in their development of daily living skills. 

Hourly: $21.00 – $25.73 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities  

• Coordinate day-to-day service provision to ACT clients 
• Serve as a central point of contact, including maintaining a presence in the ACT office and answering the ACT phone.  Identify and triage needs as they arise, and dispatch ACT Team Members to address needs and concerns.  
• Assist ACT Team Lead in running routine reports, filing, data entry, and other office tasks as directed 
• Coordinate daily rounds and weekly meetings, including documenting statuses and ensuring that scheduling gaps are filled. 
• Assist with scheduling both client appointments with ACT Team Members and client appointments with other providers where team support is required. 
• Assist Therapists with the collection of client-specific Annual Review information when requested. 
• As needed, provide support for clients in the community as they conduct daily living tasks, such as shopping, maintaining a household, or attending medical appointments, and distribute medications to clients at client homes, or at the office as indicated in the client’s treatment plan. 
• Understand that many clients have been traumatized and strive to constantly provide services from a respectful, trauma-informed perspective. 

Participate in the ACT Treatment Team 

Regularly attend ACT team meetings and rounds and collaborate with other ACT team members to identify strategies to provide quality care to ACT clients. 

Coordinate care with other members of the ACT team, as well as other providers, families, courts, schools, etc. as required to assist the client to succeed in meeting individual goals. 

Complete administrative and continuing education responsibilities 

• Complete all required paperwork, including notes on services and individual client paperwork, in a timely manner.  
• Meet requirements regarding productivity and dependability.    
• Be familiar with relevant fidelity requirements, and complete responsibilities in a manner that comports with relevant fidelity standards. 
• Coordinate with co-workers and treatment teams, including assisting with complex case reviews or family systems reviews as necessary.  
• Actively participate in clinical supervision, as well as staff meetings.  
• Engage in continuing education activities and training, and continually build therapeutic skills.    
• Participate in completeness and quality reviews as required.  
• As required, positively represent SLMH in the community and with other service providers, and/or act as a liaison with other organizations or with internal committees/cross-departmental teams.  
• Perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner, both with clients and coworkers and in a manner that meets all professional ethical standards.   
• Additional duties as requested. 

Requirements 

Education and Experience

Ability to obtain MHACBO registration and be credentialed as a QMHA (Bachelors in a related field or 3 years of experience working with individuals with a Mental Health diagnosis, or a combination of education and experience).  

Peer Support Specialist Certification and inclusion on the Traditional Health Worker Registry.  

Preferred Experience 

• 1 to 2 years of active employment in the field of mental health treatment and/or substance use treatment, with a focus on the SPMI population.  

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

• Understand mental health assessment, treatment, and service terminology, and apply these concepts. 
• Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.  
• Ability to respond calmly and professionally in high-stress situations and respond constructively to clients in a mental health crisis. 
• Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values, particularly as relates to client and staff needs.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills.  
• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team  
• Sound computer and typing skills.   

Essential Job Functions 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, move, talk, hear, and manipulate equipment, as well as lift and move objects, equipment, and supplies.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Lift up to 40-50 pounds may occasionally be required, depending on the specific style or type of care provided. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must travel regularly using a personal vehicle to locations throughout the community, including client homes. 

The employee works in well-lit, clean environments. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate.  May work evenings or weekends. The employee may occasionally work with angry or hostile clients or members of the public, work with toxic substances and biohazards, and be exposed to infectious illnesses. 

Additional Information 

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position.

Resume and Cover letter are required. No phone calls, please.  

Apply Now

Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health:

• Tiered salary starting at $53,025, with regular pay increases based on both tenure and cost of living.
• 100% employer payment of health insurance premiums for the employee, plus 100% employer coverage of in-network copays and deductibles.
• 100% employer payment of dental and vision premiums.
• 5 weeks Paid Time Off per year to start.
• 9 paid holidays per year.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid family/medical leave as needed, plus paid bereavement and civic duty leave. 
• Robust Employee Assistant Program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice.
• Opportunities for pre-tax contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, and to acquire supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.)
• Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs.
• Fully covered clinical supervision to licensure, and reimbursement for license fees and license renewal.
• Flexible schedules.
• Exceptional culture where employees are supported, trusted and treated as adults. 

South Lane Mental Health is seeking a Mental Health Therapist to join our agency. Our supportive work culture offers flexibility to learn and grow as a professional, to work with a variety of clients in rural Lane County, and we provide support and training for our staff to develop expertise in the therapeutic areas that they are most passionate about.  Many of South Lane Mental Health’s therapists work as part of treatment teams, which may include skills trainers, peer support specialists, occupational therapists, and/or nurses to help provide holistic support to give our clients the best chance of success.

Position Duties:

• Build therapeutic relationships and provide individual therapy to clients with emotional problems and/or psychiatric disabilities to help them identify personal strengths, resources needed to acquire skills and supports, and assisting with developing and implementing culturally appropriate individualized plans.
• Work with clients to provide therapy and support in the environment that provides the best opportunity for success, including conducting therapeutic sessions in the office, in the community or schools, over the phone, and/or conducting home visits as necessary and appropriate. 
• Provide support to individuals with navigating systems, and identifying and acquiring basic needs (food, clothing, housing, medical care, etc.)
• Conduct mental health assessments intakes and updates, develop individualized support plans, and document services as appropriate. 
• Complete all required paperwork, including notes on each session and individual client paperwork as well as annual assessments, in a timely manner.
• Understand that many clients have been traumatized and strive to constantly provide services from a respectful, trauma-informed perspective.

Position Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in the related fields of therapy to include social work, professional counseling, or couples and family therapy.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Skill in building therapeutic relationships with clients in individual, family, or group settings and provide therapy within scope of training. 
• Ability to conduct DSM 5 diagnoses and mental status examinations.
• Knowledge of theoretical frameworks for psychotherapy, as well as case management and skills training techniques and resources.
• Ability to determine appropriate treatment modalities and level of care for each client, including identifying when to focus on solution-oriented symptom management and when to focus on addressing underlying causes as the path to symptom reduction.  Ability to write and implement an integrated service plan.
• Skill in de-escalating stressful situations and providing appropriate support to clients in crisis.
• Ability to clear conceptualize a case, and clearly communicate that conceptualization to others.
• Knowledge of best practice suicide risk assessment and safety planning techniques, and ability to assess health and safety risks.
• Ability to conduct mental health assessments according to standards set in Oregon Administrative Rules including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories, and assessing relationships.
• Attention to detail and ability to track details in a changing environment.
• Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values, particularly as relates to client and staff needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and oral communications skills, and sound communication skills.
• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural background.

Note: Many people, particularly women and minorities, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they exactly fit all of the requirements listed in the job ad or feel like they would be great at every piece of the job description.  South Lane Mental Health is looking for the right people to join our team, and that means recognizing individual strengths while providing support for areas that aren’t as strong.  We encourage you to think broadly about your skills and reach out even if you don’t feel you have every single skill listed above.

Apply Now 

Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health:

• Tiered salary starting at $53,025, with regular pay increases based on both tenure and cost of living.
• 100% employer payment of health insurance premiums for the employee, plus 100% employer coverage of in-network copays and deductibles.
• 100% employer payment of dental and vision premiums.
• 5 weeks Paid Time Off per year to start.
• 9 paid holidays per year.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid family/medical leave as needed, plus paid bereavement and civic duty leave. 
• Robust Employee Assistant Program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice.
• Opportunities for pre-tax contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, and to acquire supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.)
• Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs.
• Fully covered clinical supervision to licensure, and reimbursement for license fees and license renewal.
• Flexible schedules.
• Exceptional culture where employees are supported, trusted and treated as adults. 

South Lane Mental Health is seeking a Youth Mental Health Therapist to join our agency. Our supportive work culture offers flexibility to learn and grow as a professional, to work with a variety of clients in rural Lane County, and we provide support and training for our staff to develop expertise in the therapeutic areas that they are most passionate about.  Many of South Lane Mental Health’s therapists work as part of treatment teams, which may include skills trainers, peer support specialists, occupational therapists, and/or nurses to help provide holistic support to give our clients the best chance of success.  Therapists have the flexibility to design their own caseload, Youth Therapists are required to have a minimum of 50% youth on their caseload.

Position Duties:

• Build therapeutic relationships and provide individual therapy to clients with emotional problems and/or psychiatric disabilities to help them identify personal strengths, resources needed to acquire skills and supports, and assisting with developing and implementing culturally appropriate individualized plans.
• Work with children, adolescents, and families; provide developmentally appropriate interventions.
• Work with clients to provide therapy and support in the environment that provides the best opportunity for success, including conducting therapeutic sessions in the office, in the community or schools, over the phone, and/or conducting home visits as necessary and appropriate. 
• Provide support to individuals with navigating systems, and identifying and acquiring basic needs (food, clothing, housing, medical care, etc.)
• Conduct mental health assessments intakes and updates, develop individualized support plans, and document services as appropriate. 
• Complete all required paperwork, including notes on each session and individual client paperwork as well as annual assessments, in a timely manner.
• Understand that many clients have been traumatized and strive to constantly provide services from a respectful, trauma-informed perspective.

Position Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in the related fields of therapy to include social work, professional counseling, or couples and family therapy.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Skill in building therapeutic relationships with clients in individual, family, or group settings and provide therapy within scope of training. 
• Ability to conduct DSM 5 diagnoses and mental status examinations.
• Knowledge of theoretical frameworks for psychotherapy, as well as case management and skills training techniques and resources.
• Ability to determine appropriate treatment modalities and level of care for each client, including identifying when to focus on solution-oriented symptom management and when to focus on addressing underlying causes as the path to symptom reduction.  Ability to write and implement an integrated service plan.
• Skill in de-escalating stressful situations and providing appropriate support to clients in crisis.
• Ability to clear conceptualize a case, and clearly communicate that conceptualization to others.
• Knowledge of best practice suicide risk assessment and safety planning techniques, and ability to assess health and safety risks.
• Ability to conduct mental health assessments according to standards set in Oregon Administrative Rules including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories, and assessing relationships.
• Attention to detail and ability to track details in a changing environment.
• Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values, particularly as relates to client and staff needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and oral communications skills, and sound communication skills.
• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural background.

Note: Many people, particularly women and minorities, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they exactly fit all of the requirements listed in the job ad or feel like they would be great at every piece of the job description.  South Lane Mental Health is looking for the right people to join our team, and that means recognizing individual strengths while providing support for areas that aren’t as strong.  We encourage you to think broadly about your skills and reach out even if you don’t feel you have every single skill listed above.

Apply Now 

Direct Reports: None 

1.0 FTE – Tier 3 – Hourly @ $17.85 (starting) 

 About South Lane Mental Health:

Located just south of Eugene Oregon in the beautiful and historic city of Cottage Grove, South Lane Mental Health is a non-profit community mental health agency guided by an enduring commitment to providing individualized mental health services with compassion and respect.  South Lane Mental Health’s staff of nearly 100 provides a variety of therapeutic services to over 2,000 individuals annually in Cottage Grove and the surrounding community.  Our employees have a wide range of backgrounds, educational attainment, and skill sets.  We strive to create an agency community characterized by empowerment, compassion, and innovation. 

Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health:  

• 100% employer paid health insurance premiums for the employee.  
• 100% employer paid coverage of in-network copays, deductibles and pharmaceutical expenses.  
• 100% employer paid dental and vision premiums.  
• 5 weeks paid time off per year regularly increasing up to 7 weeks
• 9 paid holidays per year (including Indigenous People’s Day and Juneteenth) 
• 12 weeks of fully paid family/medical leave  
• Paid bereavement and civic duty leave.   
• Employee assistant program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice.  
• Supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.)  
• Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs.   
• Flexible and hybrid schedules  
• Office set up budget  
• Annual cost of living increases   
• Multiple avenues for advancement and career development  
• Exceptional community where employees are supported, trusted and treated as professional adults 

About the Position: 

The SUDs Service Coordinator facilitates day-to-day coordination of the Recovery Services team.  Tasks and responsibilities will include coordinating administrative and office functions for the team; this may include data entry, managing paperwork, greeting clients and reception duties, and updating the client’s electronic medical record.  The ability to learn new systems/processes and track assigned tasks is important.  It is preferred that the Service Coordinator already possesses or is able to access a PSS or THW credential.   

Duties & Responsibilities: 

Welcome clients and oversee reception responsibilities (I.e. answering phone calls, connecting clients to staff, checking clients in for appointments/groups). 

Maintain the office needs of the Recovery Center staff. 

Coordinate with other SLMH administrative staff. 

Schedule and track client assessments, including annual assessments, this includes verifying insurance and data entry.   

Submit MOTS within the appropriate timeframe. 

Maintain the client record (I.e. review necessary paperwork, make client status changes, close clients) 

Work with Manager to keep Status Reports up to date. 

Attend various agency meetings, as assigned.

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Located in Cottage Grove, Oregon, South Lane Mental Health is guided by an enduring commitment to provide individualized mental health services with compassion and respect.  South Lane Mental Health’s staff of almost 100 provided a variety of therapeutic services to over 2,000 individuals in Cottage Grove and the surrounding community.  Our employees have a wide range of backgrounds, educational attainment and skill sets.  We strive to create an agency community characterized by empowerment, compassion and innovation.   

About the Position: 

The Substance Use Disorders Specialist provides assessments, diagnoses, case management and individual and group counseling to clients with a primary diagnosis of a Substance Use Disorder.  

Position Duties: 

• Provide ASAM 6 Dimension assessments, determine diagnosis and develop individualized treatment plans. 
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions with clients of SLMH’s Recovery Program, including adolescents starting at the age of 14. 
• Understand and plan intervention strategies for a variety of individuals, utilizing knowledge of a variety of therapeutic models and theories from a harm reduction lens that meets the individual where they’re at. 
• Monitor individual progress and make changes to the therapeutic approach and best practice and evidence based interventions based on individual’s response to treatment. 
• Work collaboratively with the individual and appropriate others to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that addresses priority needs of the individual, desired treatment outcomes, an agreed upon plan of action, and reassessment. 
• Assist with providing an appropriate milieu and supports for successful recovery, including providing assistance with ensuring clients are meeting basic needs such as food and shelter, including coordinating and cooperating with local agencies and organizations necessary to expedite treatment for each individual. 
• Understand that many clients have been traumatized and strive to constantly provide services from a respectful, trauma-informed perspective. 
• Maintain HIPPA compliancy through strict client confidentiality as required by 42 CFR Part 2. 
• Complete all required paperwork, including notes on each session, group and individual client paperwork, as well as assessments within the allotted time frame. 
• Meet requirements regarding productivity and dependability.   
• Coordinate with co-workers and treatment teams, including participating in complex case reviews as necessary and weekly team meetings. 
• Actively participate in clinical supervision, as well as team and staff meetings. 
• Engage in continuing education activities and trainings, and continually building therapeutic skills.   
• Participate in completeness and quality reviews as required. 
• As required, positively represent SLMH in the community and with other service providers, and/or act as a liaison with other organizations or with internal committees/cross-departmental teams. 
• Perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner, both with clients and coworkers, and in a manner that meets all professional ethical standards.  

Position Requirements: 

• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I, II, or CADC-R with the ability to become credentialed within six months. 
• Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in social services, behavioral health, or a related subject; or at least 1-3 years of active employment in the field of mental health/substance use disorder services preferred.  
• 1-2 years of active employment in the field of substance use treatment preferred.  

Competencies: 

• Knowledge of ASAM criteria and assessments, treatment planning and service terminology, and the ability apply these concepts. 
• Ability to effectively build therapeutic relationships with clients in treatment. 
• Ability to respond calmly and professionally in high-stress situations and respond constructively to clients in a crisis. 
• Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values, particularly as relates to client and staff needs.  
• Strong written and oral communications skills.  
• Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
• Sound computer skills.   

Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health: 

• 100% employer payment of health insurance premiums for the employee, plus 100% employer coverage of in-network copays and deductibles. 
• 100% employer payment of dental and vision premiums. 
• 5 weeks Paid Time Off per year. 
• 9 paid holidays per year. 
• Up to 12 weeks of paid family/medical leave as needed, plus paid bereavement and civic duty leave.  
• Robust Employee Assistant Program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice. 
• Opportunities for pre-tax contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, and to acquire supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.) 
• Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs. 
• Flexible schedules. 
• Exceptional culture where employees are supported, trusted and treated as adults. 

Resume and Cover letter are required. No phone calls, please.

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About the Position:
The Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Peer Support Specialist provides recovery-based peer support to clients who would benefit from extra support within the treatment continuum of care. The Peer Support Specialist would offer assistance with tasks such as attending appointments and meetings in the community, provide skills training, case management and linkage to various resources and socialization within the recovery community.

Position Duties:
Conduct individual peer support sessions and participate in recovery focused activities, provide skills training, case management, co-facilitate treatment groups with CADC’s and provide various other supports to clients receiving SUD services through SLMH’s SUD program.
Provide education to clients and families about substance use disorders and the treatment and recovery process
Provide education to others, including community service providers, regarding treatment and the recovery process.
Serve as the contact point, advocate, and informational resource for client, care team, family/caregivers, and community resource agencies.
Assist with resolving issues that could affect treatment.
Participate in collaboration meetings with SUD team, Therapists, Doctors, Probation Officers, DHS caseworkers and other community service providers to assist in achieving treatment and recovery goals and outcomes on service plans.
Monitor client progress in a timely manner, and facilitate and communicate changes to plans as needed.
Assist in evaluating and monitoring the effectiveness of and adherence to the treatment plans.
Understand that many clients have been traumatized and strive to constantly provide services from a respectful, trauma-informed perspective.
Complete all required paperwork, including notes on each session and individual client paperwork, in a timely manner.
Meet requirements regarding productivity and dependability.
Coordinate with co-workers and treatment teams, including participating in complex case reviews or family systems reviews as necessary.
Actively participate in clinical supervision, as well as staff meetings.
Engage in continuing education activities and trainings, and continually build therapeutic skills.
Participate in completeness and quality reviews as required.
As required, positively represent SLMH in the community and with other service providers, and/or act as a liaison with other organizations or with internal committees/cross-departmental teams.
Perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner, both with clients and coworkers, and in a manner that meets all professional ethical standards.
Additional duties as requested.
Position Requirements:
Lived experience in recovery from a substance use disorder, with at least two years abstaining from alcohol and other drugs, and a willingness to complete necessary training and other requirements to become certified as a Peer Support Specialist, or current certification as a SUD Peer Support Specialist.
Previous experience in substance use peer support and case management experience is a plus.
Valid driver’s license.
Competencies:
Skill in building supportive relationships with clients, particularly female clients with complex trauma histories.
Ability to respond calmly and professionally in high-stress situations and respond constructively to clients experiencing various crises and life struggles.
Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values, particularly as relates to client and staff needs.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to interact with people of all ages and cultural background.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Sound computer skills.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health:
100% employer payment of health insurance premiums for the employee, plus 100% employer coverage of in-network copays and deductibles.
100% employer payment of dental and vision premiums.
5 weeks Paid Time Off per year.
9 paid holidays per year.
Up to 12 weeks of paid family/medical leave as needed, plus paid bereavement and civic duty leave.
Robust Employee Assistant Program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice.
Opportunities for pre-tax contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, and to acquire supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.)
Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs.
Flexible schedules.
Exceptional culture where employees are supported, trusted and treated as adults.
Resume and Cover letter are required. No phone calls, please.

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Located in Cottage Grove, Oregon, South Lane Mental Health is guided by an enduring commitment to provide individualized mental health services with compassion and respect.  South Lane Mental Health’s staff of 100 provides a variety of therapeutic services to over 2,000 individuals in Cottage Grove and the surrounding community.  Our employees have a wide range of backgrounds, educational attainment and skill sets.  We strive to create an agency community characterized by empowerment, compassion and innovation.   

About the Position: 

South Lane Mental Health is seeking a Behavioral Support Specialist to join our Intensive Outpatient Support Services (IOSS) team. A full time Qualified Mental Health Associate, the Behavioral Support Specialist is able to make connections with youth ages 3 to 18 and deliver skills to reduce the impact of mental health symptoms in the family, community and school.  The Behavioral Support Specialist is also able to make connections with adult care providers (parents, foster parents, teachers) and educate them about the nature of the emotional problem/psychiatric disability, provide child management and supervision, provide nurturing support and participate in Collaborative Problem Solving. 

IOSS is mental health treatment for children and youth that happens anywhere the child is having a problem coping with stress whether that is at the home, at the school or in the community… wherever the child needs help. IOSS is a team of therapists and skills trainers who want to help children and families deal with stress better and appreciate a safe and supportive family. This position is primarily based in Springfield, though some travel throughout Lane County is expected.  

Position Duties: 

• Build helping relationships with clients, including helping clients identify personal strengths, find resources needed to acquire skills and support, and assist clients in developing and implementing individualized plans.   
• Participate in one-on-one skills training sessions with clients to help clients build and implement techniques to manage their psychiatric disability/emotional problem.  Conduct skills training sessions wherever there is a problem coping with stress, whether that is at home, at school, or in the community.   
• Implement an established emotional intelligence curriculum, and select appropriate sections of the curriculum to use in a given situation. 
• Provide family support as necessary and appropriate, including providing support for parents and other caregivers of clients.   
• Assist clients with identifying symptoms, goals, and methods for achieving goals, and identify and provide appropriate skills training to clients based on the service plans. 
• Provide crisis services as required. 
• Understand that many clients have been traumatized and strive to constantly provide services from a respectful, trauma-informed perspective. 
• Regularly attend IOSS team meetings, and collaborate with other IOSS team members to identify strategies to provide quality care to IOSS clients.  In collaboration with the IOSS team, create behavioral support plans for assigned clients. 
• Coordinate care other providers, families, courts, schools, etc. as required to assist the client succeed in meeting individual goals.  As requested, participate in Child and Family Team Meetings and work with adult care providers (parents, foster parents, teachers) to provide nurturing support to caregivers and assist with improving the family system. 
• Assess safety of self and others in community/home situations, respond to safety concerns, and coordinate with the team to ensure appropriate safety while seeing clients. 
• Schedule appointments with assigned clients, and coordinate and maintain appointment calendar. 
• Complete all required paperwork, including notes on each session and individual client paperwork, in a timely manner. Meet requirements regarding productivity and dependability.    
• Engage in continuing education activities and training, and continually build therapeutic skills.    
• Participate in completeness and quality reviews as required.  Actively participate in clinical supervision, as well as staff meetings.  
• As required, positively represent SLMH in the community and with other service providers, and/or act as a liaison with other organizations or with internal committees/cross-departmental teams.  
• Perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner, both with clients and coworkers, and in a manner that meets all professional ethical standards.   

Position Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in social services, behavioral health, or a related subject; or at least 3 years of active employment in the field of mental health service provision.   
• Ability to obtain MHACBO registration and be credentialed as a QMHA; or Peer Support Specialist Certification and inclusion on the Traditional Health Worker Registry.   
• Valid driver’s license, and a reliable vehicle that can be used to transport self to and from client homes (mileage reimbursement provided). 

Competencies: 

• Knowledge of mental health assessment, treatment and service terminology, and ability to apply these concepts. 
• Ability to implement skill development strategies for youth and adults. 
• Skill in identifying, implementing, and coordinating the services and supports identified in an Individualized Support Service Plan. 
• Ability to respond calmly and professionally in high-stress situations and respond constructively to clients in a mental health crisis. 
• Strong oral communications skills, and ability to write in clear, clinically appropriate language. 
• Ability to balance clinical, cultural, and ethical values, particularly as relates to client and staff needs. 
• Ability to interact positively with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. 
• Ability to adapt and evolve to meet the needs of the client and team. 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment. 
• Sound computer skills. 

Benefits of Working for South Lane Mental Health: 

• 100% employer payment of health insurance premiums for the employee, plus 100% employer coverage of in-network copays and deductibles. 
• 100% employer payment of dental and vision premiums. 
• 5 weeks Paid Time Off per year. 
• 9 paid holidays per year. 
• Up to 12 weeks of paid family/medical leave as needed, plus paid bereavement and civic duty leave.  
• Robust Employee Assistant Program, including gym and wellness discounts and resources for legal and financial advice. 
• Opportunities for pre-tax contributions to a 403(b)-retirement account, and to acquire supplemental insurances (disability, life, etc.) 
• Eligibility for state and federal student loan forgiveness/repayment programs. 
• Flexible schedules. 
• Exceptional culture where employees are supported, trusted and treated as adults. 

Resume and cover letter are required. No phone calls, please.

Apply Now