• Provides individual and group counseling/ crisis evaluation to clients in the Acute and Forensic Behavioral Health (BH) programs. Makes appropriate referrals and recommendations as related to all counseling sessions.
• Maintains clinical records in accordance with Federal, State, County Health, and program requirements under the direction of the facility's clinical supervisor.
• Provides alcohol/drug assessments to adults seeking alcohol/drug treatment services, including screening for mental health needs in a crisis setting or with transitional services in the Acute and Forensic Behavioral health programs.
• Provides education services about A/D & mental health issues to clients at the Psychiatric Crisis Center and the 370/Substance Dual Diagnosed house.
• Assists the clinical supervisor in program development, over all service coordination, and presentations of community educational programs, outreach, and activities.
• Periodically triages, assesses and develops levels of care for placement during the intake process under the direction of the Acute & Forensic BH clinical supervisor.
• Assists clients with developing skills to access community supports/resources and to advocate for themselves.  Assists with making referrals for services.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

1. Must possess, or obtain within six (6) months of hire, a current MHACBO (Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon) CADC II (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) or higher; AND
2. Two (2) years of full-time work experience in addiction counseling or addiction program coordination.  See MHACBO website for requirements.

• Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a Safety Sensitive/Special Needs position. Must pass a post offer drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy #518 is located at: https://www.co.marion.or.us/BOC/Pages/policies.aspx
• This assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime. 
• Typical Work Schedule: Wednesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.