Mental Health Specialist

Company: HealthCare Recruiters International
Location: Heppner
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Healthcare Recruiters seeks onsite 4 Qualified Mental Health Professionals/Mental Health Specialists (QMHP/MHS) for our client’s Behavioral Health facilities in OREGON : one in Heppner and two in Boardman (located in Morrow County) and one in Arlington located in Gilliam/Wheeler County). Job Summary Provides culturally competent behavioral health services to individuals of all ages and diagnoses Collaborates with community partners and agency staff to meet community behavioral health needs Deliver clinical services including screening, assessment, individual and group therapy, and consultation Coordinate care, participate in joint case planning, and serve as client advocate and liaison Participate in individual and group supervision Support development, evaluation, and revision of behavioral health programs Provide 24/7 rotating on-call crisis intervention and emergency services Deliver intensive children’s treatment services Maintain accurate, timely electronic clinical documentation Qualifications MHS IV (Licensed): Doctorate or Master’s degree with LPC, LCSW, or LMFT licensure MHS III (Non-licensed): Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field MHS II (Non-licensed w/ variance): Bachelor’s degree and enrollment in Master’s program within 4 months Certifications Certified Mental Health Investigator (or ability to obtain) CADC or Gambling Addiction Counselor certification (or ability to obtain) Skills & Abilities Knowledge of mental illness, addiction, and recovery-oriented care Strong collaboration, communication, and advocacy skills Ability to build respectful relationships with clients and families Proficiency with electronic health records and standard software Effective team-based and cross-agency coordination skills PAY GRADES: MHS IV: Requires Doctorate or Licensure ($71,800 - $108,400 annually) Exempt (Expectation to work 40 hours a week) MHS III: Requires Masters ($65,500 - $98,300 annually) Exempt (Expectation to work 40 hours a week) MHS II: Requires Bachelor’s ($55,000 - $80,300 annually) Non-Exempt and enrolled in or willing to enroll in a Master’s program within 4 months of hire. BENEFITS: Health, dental and vision insurance 6% initial 401K match Potential for Flexible Schedule Options Potential for tuition reimbursement Generous paid vacation, floating holiday, mental health days, etc. ( Exempt employees receive additional admin leave hours ) Paid holidays Relocation Benefit of up to $4,000 if moving over 100 miles, $ depending on distance Student loan forgiveness Paid licensure supervision Employee Assistance & Wellness Benefits

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