Mental Health Therapist 1 (Pendleton Cottage)

Initial Posting Date:

04/23/2025

Application Deadline:

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Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

4,199 - 5,552

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Mental Health Therapist 1 (Pendleton Cottage)

Job Description:

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Mental Health Therapist 1

The Oregon State Hospital, a division of the Oregon Health Authority, has a fantastic opportunity for a MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST 1 to join an excellent team working to help people recover from their illness and return to their lives in the community.

What you will do!
The Mental Health Therapist 1, under the supervision of professional staff, participates in the implementation of individual treatment plans that supports the Recovery Model in the State Delivered Secure Residential Treatment Facility, serving high risk/high profile individuals currently residing at Pendleton Cottage. Duties include group therapies, socialization skills, facilitating daily program schedule, pass medications, as well as responsibility for maintaining the safety and security of residents and staff.

For a full review of the position description, please click here

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience working with mentally, behaviorally or physically impaired clients; OR
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in social science (such as social work, human services, psychology, child development, gerontology, health or health education) may be substituted for 6 months of the required experience.

Desired Attributes:

• Experience working in the mental health field.
• Strong leadership skills
• Experience in milieu management
• Ability to manage stressful situations.
• Possess basic computer skills and be willing to learn new technologies as they are introduced into the workplace.
• Certified Medication Aid (CMA)
• Certified Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)

Additional Requirements of the MHT1 position:

• If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test.

• Must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license. Candidates for MHT1 will be required to pass a driver training course to be approved to drive a state vehicle.

• Must possess QMHA certification or willing to obtain within the first month of employment. (Facility will assist)
• Must possess CPR and First Aid Certifications or willing to obtain within the first month of employment. (Facility will assist)

Shifts Available:

Wednesday-Sunday 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Days off: Monday/Tuesday

Saturday/Sunday 10am-10:30pm and Monday/Tuesday 2pm-10:30pm

Days Off: Wednesday/Thursday/Friday

Application Guidance

How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and answer all supplemental questions.

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
• Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
• We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.

Reminders:

• Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job!
• This announcement is for permanent, full-time, Mental Health Therapist 1 positions located in Pendleton, Oregon and may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill future vacancies as they occur. These positions are represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU). The Oregon State Hospital is a 24/7 facility, that is open on holidays. This posting will remain open until filled.
• This position is 100% onsite. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact Jenny Templin at 971-372-8147 or Jenny.Templin@oha.oregon.gov.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
• Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

• Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

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