Job Description

Posting number: 26-00122

Department: Health Services

Division: AFSCME

Job classification: Health Care Professional - QMHP (General)

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Health Services, Mental Health, Public Health, Social Services, Community and Social Services, Health Care Support, Medical

Do you have a passion for mental health, enjoy a fast-paced work and being part of an integrated team? If you answered “yes” then this position may be a right for you!

Transform Lives and Shape the Future: Join Us as a Community Mental Health Therapist to Work with Diverse Populations, Embrace an Integrative Approach, and Be a True Agent of Change!

The Benton County Health Department is seeking an Adult Outpatient & Community-Based Therapist to join the team. We proudly serve all Benton County residents regardless of ability to pay for services. In this role you will provide an array of services to a caseload of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring addiction disorders. Services provided range from individual therapy, group therapy and case management. Services are delivered in the office and in the community (as needed.) This role may provide specialty services, such as residential case management and intensive services, and outreach and engagement services. Mental health services are co-located with Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Primary Care and Dental. In this position, you will be working independently and as part of an integrated team. This position may provide specialized services depending on area of assignment. Clinical supervision may be offered to those seeking licensure.

Please note: This position can be filled at a level 2 or 3 depending on qualifications.

Click here for a complete list of duties and responsibilities for a Health Care Professional level 2.

Click here for a complete list of duties and responsibilities for a Health Care Professional level 3.

First review of applications will be on September 23, 2026.

Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered.
Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.

BENEFITS

Training and Licensure support!
- $1,000 annual Training Budget available
- Reimbursement for Licensure fees or MHACBO certification available

Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
- 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
$0 Health Insurance Premium!
- Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
- In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contribution!
  - Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
  - You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
- Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
- After 6 months of employment:
  - The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
  - The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
A free and award-winning wellness program
- Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
- Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
- Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
Annual salary range of:
- QMHP - Health Care Professional 2: $69,716.88 - $104,019.11
- QMHP - Health Care Professional 3: $73,881.87 - $110,215.00
- This position is eligible for two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
- Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
Have benefits questions?
- Reach out to us anytime recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications are REQUIRED for this position:
QMHP - Health Care Professional 2 level (HCP42):

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; AND
One year of health experience providing mental health services; AND
Must be registered as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) or be able to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.

QMHP - Health Care Professional 3 level (HCP43):

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field; AND
Two years of health experience providing mental health services; AND
PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure.

A master's degree is required with the exception of a bachelor's degree in nursing or occupational therapy.

NOTE: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.
Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.
For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law

Special Requirements

Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Valid Oregon driver's license. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.

Ideal Candidate

Bilingual
Experience working with SPMI
PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent licensure
CADC obtained

Questions regarding this position can be directed to

Ashley Talamantes, Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinical Program Manager
Benton County Health Services
541-766-0144

ashley.talamantes@bentoncountyor.gov

Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”

Benton County Mental Health Services

Working at Benton County

Living in Benton County

How to Apply

To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Additional information

This is a FLSA exempt position.
This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
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.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources
- NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the VA.
Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.

Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.

About Benton County, Oregon

Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and the Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”

Voters elect three County Commissioners and a Sheriff to four-year terms. The District Attorney is also elected to a four-year term and is a state official. The County Commissioners are assisted in their administrative responsibilities by the County Administrator, who is responsible for implementing County policy, managing operations, budget, and supervising Department Directors. With a ’23-’25 adopted budget of approximately $485.9 million and 604 employees, Benton County provides a breadth of services through its departments of Assessment, Board of Commissioners, Community Development, District Attorney, Fairgrounds, Records and Elections, Financial Services, Health Centers, Health Department, Human Resources, Information Technology, Juvenile, Natural Areas and Parks, Public Works, and the Sheriff’s Office.

In addition to Oregon State University and local entrepreneurship, Benton County’s economy is driven by the tech and health industries and regional agriculture. Traditionally, county Ag has focused on grass seed, Christmas trees, wine grapes, seed crops, organic produce, lumber, sheep, cattle and dairy, but recent years have seen large upswing in hazelnuts and marijuana. The community’s passion for supporting a thriving local economy allow the county to boast chefs, restaurateurs, winemakers, brewmasters and distilleries committed to locally grown ingredients with a strong focus on sustainability.

Industry

Government & Public Safety

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Corvallis, Oregon

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

bentoncountyor.gov

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