Behavioral Health Policy Manager 1

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Behavioral Health Policy Manager 1

Woodburn, OR – MACLAREN YOUTH CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

• Multiple Positions: OYA is currently hiring for one permanent position, and one limited duration position.
• Limited Duration: One of these available positions is a limited duration appointment that is expected to end on June 30, 2027 but has the potential to be extended. Limited duration appointments are regular status, benefits eligible, with a designated maximum length of service. This position has the potential of becoming permanent.
• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill multiple, current, and future vacancies.
• For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please contact HR Recruitment at OYAJOBS@oya.oregon.gov 
• Your application materials are used to determine your starting salary range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. For more information on pay equity, click here.
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
• This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
• This position is part of the state's management team.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.

• Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience;

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• two years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

• A graduate degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral science
• A current mental health license in good standing, either from the State of Oregon or eligibility to be licensed in the State of Oregon, by hire date
• The ability to provide documentation to OYA demonstrating that they meet the requirements of their licensure board to provide licensure supervision independently
  
  
  

Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.

• Two (2) years or more of clinical and administrative supervisory experience with the ability to provide licensure supervision to associate level Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP).
• Demonstrated effectiveness in partnering and collaborating with diverse stakeholders with competing needs to improve and enhance services.
• Knowledge of correctional mental health frameworks, including crisis stabilization, suicide prevention, and behavioral management strategies.  
• Demonstrated supervision philosophy grounded in accountability, professional growth, and ethical care.
• Experience using evidence-based practices, including trauma-informed approaches within the constraints of a security-focused system.    

• Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee.
• Cover Letter and Resume Required: The resume must be a separate document submitted in PDF format to ensure accessibility.
  • The information you input under the 'Experience' section when applying does not constitute a resume. 
  • Generic cover letters that do not address the qualities that you have under the “desired attributes” section may receive lower scores than those that addressed the desired qualities.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above. Failing to attach required documents may result in disqualification of your application.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. 
• Be sure to check Workday and your email for additional tasks and updates. After hitting submit there may be additional required tasks for you to complete prior to the announcement closing. Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.  Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.

In keeping with our mission, OYA will conduct a criminal record check, per OAR 416 Division 800, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position.

In 2003 Congress passed the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), the first federal civil statue focused specifically on addressing sexual violence in juvenile facilities, jails, prisons, and other facilities.  In recognition of the rights, safety, and well-being of the youth we serve you will be asked specific questions about your background to ensure our hiring and promotion practices comply with the National PREA standards. 

We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYA uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.