Behavioral Health Specialist 1, Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program

Oregon Department of Human Services

. Provide care coordination for adults in custody releasing from treatment into the community .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeWilsonville • Oregon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $6,895 - $9,140 per monthWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in care coordination, case management, and the application of evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment interventions for adults with substance-related and co-occurring mental health disorders. Proficient in facilitating group sessions and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for individuals in custody.

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Care CoordinationCase ManagementQualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)Evidence-Based Treatment InterventionsGroup Facilitation

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Hard Skills

AssessmentTreatment PlanningPsychosocial Skills DevelopmentBehavior ManagementMilieu ManagementClinical DocumentationSkills Training

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral ScienceCADC-I with MHACBO

Industry Keywords

Substance Use DisorderMental Health DisordersTrauma-Informed CareJustice-System-Involved ClientsPREA Employment Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide care coordination for adults in custody releasing from treatment into the community
Assist with housing, transportation, clothing, SUD aftercare, mentoring, medical, and mental health referrals
Collaborate with system stakeholders to identify resources
Refer adults in custody to community providers for care
Perform assessment, treatment planning, psychosocial skills development, behavior management, milieu management, case management, and care coordination
Facilitate groups as needed
Interact with institution staff, agencies, individuals, and groups interfacing with ODOC
Travel and work on rotating shifts between Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville and Columbia River Correctional Institution in Portland
Work inside an adult prison and maintain vigilance while interacting with adults in custody

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field; OR at least three years of relevant work, education, training, or experience; OR current Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) certification; OR qualified Mental Health Intern status
Applicants must be credentialed as a QMHA or meet the criteria for credentialing
Knowledge of evidence-based, trauma-informed, gender-responsive treatment interventions for adults with substance-related and co-occurring mental health disorders
Experience providing skills training and case management for individuals impacted by substance-related disorders and/or persistent mental health disorders
Timely completion of clinical documentation for individual encounters
Valid driver’s license and good driving record, or acceptable alternative transportation
Must pass a CJIS fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility
Must satisfy PREA employment requirements
Must be authorized to work in the United States; ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship
CADC-I with MHACBO preferred
Knowledge of the chronic disease approach to substance use disorder treatment preferred
Experience with justice-system-involved clients or mandated populations preferred
Curriculum-based group facilitation experience preferred
At least 1 year of case management or equivalent care coordination/resource navigation experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Family health, vision, and dental insurance
Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
Optional short and long-term disability
Term life insurance
Fully paid retirement program
Oregon Saving Growth Plan
Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
PERS benefits may be available, including an adjusted salary range for qualifying applicants
Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through PERS may be available