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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 928 posted behavioral health roles in Oregon rates. This role sits in the 51st percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 1% above the Oregon median for behavioral health roles.
The QMHP provides individualized case management, crisis assessments, and mental health counseling to clients in the community and correctional settings. They act as a liaison with community agencies and develop diagnostic evaluations and treatment plans to ensure client safety and stability.
Job DetailsJob Location
Ontario,
OR 97914Salary
Range: $38.39 - $38.39
HourlyESSENTIAL
JOB
DUTIES
AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: Must ensure compliance with federal, state, and interagency regulations Model and enforce Lifeways’ policies and procedures in a fair manner Must model the culture of excellent customer service as adapted by Lifeways, as well as Lifeways Mission Statement and Core Values. Under general supervision, assess client needs and function level. Provides individualized case management to clients in the community. Make appropriate referrals. Provides some individual and group counseling and education and support to clients and families, skills training and outreach to client homes, Community Corrections, and the Malheur County Jail. Acts as liaison and provides consultation, education and information to community agencies that routinely come in contact with individuals with mental or emotional disturbances. Crisis Worker Duties Screen client’s for risk of harm to self or others using standardized assessment tools. Complete crisis assessments as defined in Lifeways policy and outlined by OARs. Crisis assessments will be completed in the office, community, and community partner locations. Make recommendation for appropriate follow up care based on crisis assessment findings in collaboration with clients’ treatment team. Complete crisis follow up during appropriate timeframes to facilitate client’s access to needed resources for immediate safety and mental health stability. Coordinate referrals to acute psychiatric treatment as deemed necessary by compiling and sharing required documentation, with approval from the Lifeways Executive Director for Malheur County. Complete mobile crisis calls for community members, as deemed necessary through various community referral sources. Maintain and strengthen professional relationships with community partners by embodying the Lifeways values of integrity, competency, compassion, respectfulness, collaboration, strength-focus, and innovation in your work and communications. Jail Diversion Duties Attends weekly and monthly meetings with various law enforcement agencies and entities to assist with criminal justice involved clients. Conducts assessments, evaluations, therapy and consultations at the Malheur County Jail for incarcerated clients. Assesses and makes recommendations for placement of .365 and .370 clients who have committed crimes and are also mentally ill. Make diagnoses. Acts as program coordinator by assisting with program planning activities. Screens clients for program eligibility and conduct comprehensive evaluations resulting in a DSM V diagnosis. Develops diagnostic evaluations and treatment plans for clients which includes delivery of appropriate services as defined in the detailed treatment plan. Provides mental health counseling when deemed necessary in clients’ service plans. May provide consultation for chemical dependency problems, education and training for other program staff and community agencies and groups. May provide clinical review of work by other clinicians or subcontracted programs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field along with at least two years of experience or an equivalent combination. A valid driver's license and appropriate QMHP licensure are required to perform the duties of this professional counseling position.
postgraduate degree
Documentation
Compliance
Consultation
Treatment planning
Crisis intervention
Case management
Community outreach
Referral coordination
Behavioral health
Diagnostic evaluation
Mental health counseling
Crisis assessment
Clinical review
Risk screening
Addiction services
Jail diversion
Benefits
Paid holidays
Sick leave
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Short term disability
Professional development
Flexible spending account
401k retirement plan
Health savings account
Long term disability
Supplemental life insurance
Cell phone reimbursement
Clinical supervision
Loan forgiveness options
Wellness program reimbursement
Shift differential incentives
Carpool reimbursement
Retirement and financial planning services
Posting details
Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$38 - $38/hr
Location
Ontario, Oregon
Posted
Aug 27, 2026
Closes
Sep 7, 2026
Application
Employer website
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS: This is a professional counseling position with an M.A. degree plus two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Provide individual, group and family counseling or equivalent experience. Valid driver’s license. Must hold appropriate QMHP licensure Knowledge of regulations and laws governing mental health, behavioral, and addiction services, ethics, confidentiality, privacy, and other related areas.
Must pass a criminal background check
Benefits offered: Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Life Insurance, AD&D - Company Paid Short Term Disability- Company Paid Long Term Disability Supplemental Life Insurance 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional or ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6% Retirement and Financial Planning Services Shift differential incentives Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness) We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing education Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunities Paid Time Off (amount depends on years of service) Sick Leave for part-time staff (11) Paid Holidays Tuition reimbursement program Carpool reimbursement Cell phone reimbursement Clinical Supervision Wellness Program reimbursement Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being
Market context
Oregon behavioral health peer roles are in demand
In Oregon, behavioral-health peer support roles often see steady demand in community mental health, recovery, and crisis support settings. These positions are competitive because employers look for lived recovery experience, certification eligibility, and practical requirements like a valid Oregon driver’s license and background clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification path and gather documentation before applying.