Behavioral Health Specialist II, School Based Health Center
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Behavioral Health Specialist II, School Based Health Center
Salary
$6,924.24 - $9,853.10 Monthly
Location
Bend, OR
Job Type
Regular, full time, full benefits
Job Number
2026-00103
Department
Health Services
Opening Date
07/09/2026
Closing Date
7/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME
Description
Benefits
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Summary
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
Deschutes County Health Services supports over 400 staff in Behavioral and Public Health programs working to promote and protect the health and safety of the community in a broad variety of community based settings.
Deschutes County Behavioral Health (DCBH) is the Community Mental Health Program providing safety net and core clinical services for community members in Deschutes County dealing with mental health and substance use conditions. DCBH is also a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). As such, DCBH relies on multi-disciplinary teams to provide innovative, evidence based, recovery oriented services in behavioral healthcare settings co-located with physical health providers.
To hear from staff about working at Deschutes County Behavioral Health, please click HERE. (https://vimeo.com/683937354/cce8815902)
ABOUT THE COUNTY:
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you'll consider joining our talented team.
ABOUT THE JOB:
As a part of the Behavioral Health Specialist II, School Based Health Center team, you will have the opportunity to provide various intensive outpatient services to a diverse group of children, teens, and families seeking both mental health and addiction services. This includes individuals with a variety of diagnoses or experiences including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, attachment issues, ADHD, PTSD, Bi-polar disorder, substance abuse and psychosis. In addition to being skilled at providing individual counseling with children and teens, a successful candidate is one who is willing and able to provide integrated health interventions, family focused treatment services, case management services, lead therapy groups, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
This position works within School Based Health Clinics, on site at higher needs schools in the community. In this position, you will work closely with the schools and medical providers at these sites to provide intensive services to youth in the North County communities. You will also work closely with other DCBH teams, including WRAP, YAT, and other intensive youth services programs. Services will be provided face-to-face, via video, and over the phone with clients.
Typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, though an adjusted work schedule can be discussed. This position is primarily located in Redmond, however, travel to locations in Deschutes County may be required to meet department needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct and indirect behavioral health services to youth and families within a school based health center.
Prepare comprehensive assessments and provide community-based intensive services.
Behavioral Health treatment for children and families.
Coordination with schools and medical providers.
Collaboration with DCBH teams.
Knowledge of or experience with:
Preparing concise and complete reports and documentation related to client treatment, progress and services in a timely and professional manner.
Screening, assessing and diagnosing clients for services.
Skill in:
Effective communication both verbally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients and their families, other agencies, and the public at all times.
Maintaining professionalism in accordance with ethical standards and confidentiality requirements.
Working effectively both independently and in a team setting.
*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function.
Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status.
Review the full job description by clicking HERE. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/deschutes/classspecs)
Compensation
$6,924.24 to $9,279.11 per month for a 172.67 hour work month.
$7,352.53 to $9,853.10 per month for a 172.67 hour work month for those possessing current licensure without restrictions from a recognized governing board in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.
BENEFITS:
Our robust healthcare package covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE (https://www.deschutescounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1291/2026-Deschutes-County-Employee-Benefits-Guide) for full benefit details.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy or a behavioral science field; AND one (1) year of experience in the behavioral health field;
OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job.
There are registration/certification requirements under the Mental Health and Addiction Counseling Board of Oregon (MHACBO) that apply to Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP) hired by Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS). This only applies to QMHPs who do not possess current licensure or are currently pursuing licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC. Please see website for information on these requirements: https://mhacbo.org/en/ .
There is no need to take action at this point. More information will be provided to candidates who progress to the final stage of the interview process. Registration and/or certification must be received within 14 days of hire date. Fees will be paid by DCHS if the candidate selected for the position meets the criteria for registration/certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a behavioral health field with two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in providing counseling and casework services.
Current licensure without restrictions from a recognized governing board in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
Familiarity with the WRAP-Around and other intensive youth services programs.
Experience in Integrated Behavioral Health and Medical Care programs.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Necessary Special Requirements
Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing and able to drive throughout the tri-county area in sometimes adverse weather conditions.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule when necessary, to meet client and department needs.
NOTE: Per OAR 407-007-0000 to 407-007-0100 (https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/crim-records-abuse-rules-dhs-employees-volunteers-contractors-407.pdf) this position requires a Criminal Background check through the State Background Check Unit/Orchards, which may also include being fingerprinted. These rules provide for the reasonable screening under ORS 181A.195, 181A.200, 409.027 AND 413.036 of the County's employees to determine if they have a history of specific criminal behavior identified in federal or state law or rules such that they should not be allowed to work, be employed, or perform in positions covered by these rules. Please click HERE (https://www.oregon.gov/dhs/BUSINESS-SERVICES/CHC/Documents/DAS%20Criminal%20Records%20Checks%20rules%20eff%202016%20Jan%204.pdf) to review Criminal Records Check Rules. All offers of employment for this position are contingent upon the candidate receiving final approval from the State Background Check Unit/Orchards to work in this position.
Per Deschutes County Health Services' contracts with Bend-La Pine Schools (BLS), anyone with unsupervised contact with students must complete a fingerprint-based background check. This check is a requirement to follow Oregon State law (ORS 326.603). Instructions will be provided if a contingent offer of employment is extended.
Behavioral Health Specialist II, Licensed:
Candidates must not be excluded (or Opt-out) from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).
All clinicians providing Mental Health services must be eligible to be enrolled in Oregon Medicaid as a MH Provider within the first 30 days for hire.
Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.
If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE (https://www.deschutes.org/hr/page/veterans-preference-information-and-instructions) for information.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes County offers eligible employees a comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $100 for employee only and $121 per month for employee plus dependents. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, Deschutes County provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
When Are you Eligible:
If you are hired on the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first of that month (immediate benefits, either that day or back to the first of the month if the first is on a Saturday or Sunday). If you are hired after the first business day of the month, your benefits will start on the first day of the following month.
Employer paid benefit offerings include:
Life Insurance for employee and dependents
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
Time Management Leave
Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:
125 Flexible Spending Program
457 Deferred Compensation Program
Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
To learn more about Deschutes County's generous benefit offerings, please visit our Benefits (https://www.deschutescounty.gov/1075/Benefits) page and click on Employee Benefits or click HERE (https://www.deschutescounty.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1291/2026-Deschutes-County-Employee-Benefits-Guide) for full benefits guide.
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This position requires a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy or a behavioral science field. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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This position requires one (1) year of experience in the behavioral health field; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the job. Do you meet the minimum requirements as listed above?
Yes
No
03
Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications as listed above. Be specific with regard to education and years of experience.
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Are you currently licensed without restrictions from a recognized governing board in Oregon as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Please check the box that describes your current licensure status.
Yes, I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). (Please skip to question #7)
Yes, I am Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT). (Please skip to question #7)
Yes, I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). (Please skip to question #7)
No, but I am actively pursuing a license in Oregon as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC. (Please skip to question #6)
No, I am not currently licensed in Oregon as listed above, nor am I actively pursuing licensure. (Please go to question #5)
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Are you currently registered or certified as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) in the state of Oregon or eligible for registration into the QMHP certification program? (To check if you are registered or certified as a QMHP click HERE (https://mhacbo.org/en/) ).
Yes, I am currently registered or certified as a QMHP in Oregon.
Yes, I am eligible to obtain registration into the QMHP certification program within 14 days from the date of hire.
No, I am not currently certified as a QMHP, nor am I eligible to obtain registration into the QMHP certification program within 14 days from date of hire.
06
If you are pursuing Oregon licensure, which license are you currently pursuing (LCSW, LMFT, or LPC) and what date do you expect to receive your license?
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Have you ever held, or currently hold, licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, outside of the State of Oregon?
Yes
No
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If yes, when and where?
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Have you ever had, or currently have, restrictions imposed on your license?
Yes
No
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If yes, provide details.
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If applying as a Behavioral Health Specialist II, Licensed, Deschutes County's Mental Health providers serving Medicaid members must be enrolled with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) as an Oregon Health Plan (OHP) provider. This enrollment is required to comply with federal regulations and is a prerequisite for receiving reimbursement for services provided to OHP members. All clinicians providing Mental Health services must be eligible to be enrolled in Oregon Medicaid as a MH Provider within the first 30 days for hire. Therefore, Healthcare providers who choose not to participate in the Oregon Medicaid Program will not meet minimum qualifications for the position. Do you meet the requirements to be enrolled with OHA as an OHP provider?
Yes
No
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Preference will be given for a Master's degree in a behavioral health field with two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in providing counseling and casework services. Do you meet this preference?
Yes
No
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Please give examples of your experience in providing counseling and casework services to mentally and emotionally disturbed children, youth and families.
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Preference will be given for experience in Integrated Behavioral Health and Medical Care programs. Do you have this experience?
Yes
No
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If yes, please describe your experience working in Integrated Behavioral Health and Medical Care settings, to include work with primary care clinics, schools, or other agencies.
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Preference will be given for familiarity with the WRAP-Around and other intensive youth services programs. Do you meet this preference?
Yes
No
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If yes, please describe your familiarity with the WRAP-Around and other intensive youth services programs.
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Preference will be given for bilingual in English and Spanish. Do you speak and/or write in English and Spanish?
No.
Yes, I speak English and some Spanish.
Yes, I speak English and Spanish fluently.
Yes, I speak and write English and Spanish.
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This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary to meet client and department needs. Can you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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Successful candidates must have the ambulatory ability to drive throughout Deschutes County and to provide face-to-face services in a variety of settings in the community, including hospitals, jails, clinics, client homes, schools, etc. Applicants must also be willing and able to drive throughout Deschutes County in sometimes adverse weather conditions. Can you meet these requirements?
Yes
No
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Are you able to meet the requirements of the position with or without accommodation?
Yes
No
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Employer
Deschutes County Human Resources
Address
1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201 Bend, Oregon, 97703
Phone
(541) 388-6553
Website
https://www.deschutes.org/jobs
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