THE POSITION Washington County Behavioral Health Division within the Health and Human Services (HHS) Department is recruiting for a Wraparound Care Coordinator to join our team. We are looking for both bilingual (Spanish/English) and non-bilingual candidates to apply.This is an exceptional opportunity to work with youth and families in Washington County and be a part of a team of passionate care coordinators! is a team-based planning process that supports youth and their families with complex needs. The process begins with identifying the youth and family's strengths and needs and then collaboratively working with the family and team to create a plan to meet these needs. About the opportunity: Wraparound Care Coordinators work closely with youth, their family, and their Wraparound team to facilitate a fidelity Wraparound planning process. Youth and family voices are centered in all of the work in alignment with the ten Wraparound principles. Wraparound Care Coordinators work with youth and family peer partners; develop Plans of Care and safety plans; provide care coordination for youth with complex needs; conduct Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessments; connect youth and families with treatment providers; and collaborate with system of care/community partners. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate will have experience working in the child/youth mental health field and have knowledge of the child/youth-serving system of care. They will also have knowledge of childhood development and a commitment to serving youth and families with complex needs. Additionally, they are highly skilled in communication, organization, and culturally responsive care. 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 . 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. Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program on the Benefits tab above! ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Wraparound 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: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: The minimum qualifications for this position are:
- 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 a 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.Background Investigation: Please be advised that this position is required to pass a criminal background check post offer. Bilingual Positions: Designated bilingual positions require that the incumbent have knowledge of the Spanish language, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Skills in writing Spanish accurately; ability to speak Spanish fluently; and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing are required. If you possess these skills, you are encouraged to apply. An additional $75/per pay period for bilingual skills will be paid to qualified employees. Pay periods are every two weeks. Additionally, the bilingual position is eligible for a one-time payment up to $5,000. Eligible employees will receive a one-time payment after completing a minimum of two pay periods with the County and successfully completing a State criminal background check. This is only eligible for the Behavioral Health division employees who are assigned to a position which requires to hold a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) credential and/or a license from an Oregon Clinical Board including an LCSW, LMFT, licensed clinical psychologies, or LPC. In addition, the candidate also must be bilingual in English/Spanish. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our commitment to you: Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Steps of the process:
- Apply today! In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
- MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs starting the week of when the posting closes. Additional preferred qualifications screening may be applied prior to the interview step depending on the number of applications received.Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Conditional Offer: A successful candidate will require to successfully clear a 3rd party background check as a pre-employment condition and Oregon State comprehensive background check as a condition of continuous employment. If were offered for a bilingual position, must pass both oral and written Spanish fluency assessments as a pre-employment condition. Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: . Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-###-####, or e-mail: at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Status of Your Application You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you opt out or unsubscribe from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments. Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment Yeji Seo, Talent Acquisition Partner Additional Resources: New to GovernmentJobs.com?
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