Jackson County, Or

Salary: $31.75 - $42.47 Hourly
Location : Medford, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 8906
Department: Health and Human Services
Division: Mental Health
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Description
Jackson County Employment Opportunity.
Jackson County Mental Health is seeking an ACT Therapist to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. The ACT Team focuses on delivering intensive, community-based, therapeutically informed support to individuals facing severe and persistent mental illnesses. Our multi-disciplinary team is dedicated to providing comprehensive treatment and personalized care plans, aimed at promoting recovery and enhancing quality of life. We emphasize collaboration, evidence-based practices, and a client-centered approach to ensure that each individual receives the tailored support they need to thrive in their community and achieve their goals.
We provide ongoing training specific to this program and applicable to overall counseling skills. This is a public service job that also provides ample opportunity to develop skills transferrable to other work settings.
Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!
Pre-Employment Requirements and/or Preferences

• Must be certified or eligible for certification as a QMHP with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO).
• Preferred candidates will be looking for an opportunity to provide meaningful services to some of the most disenfranchised among us.
• Seeking candidates who are comfortable navigating multiple systems, assisting people in distress and who able to maintain a calm disposition under pressure.
• Preferred work experience:
  1. With justice involved individuals.
  2. With those experiencing behavioral health crisis.
  3. With co-occurring substance use disorders.
  4. With unhoused and historically underserved community members.
• Pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
• Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. Click on the following link to review

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review

• This position is represented by union group SEIU.

Job Duties and Requirements
I. Position Summary
Provides clinical services including, but not limited to, comprehensive mental health treatment as part of a multi-disciplinary team; assesses family, cultural, social and work relationships; conducts mental status examinations; identifies current DSM diagnoses; writes and supervises the implementation of treatment plans; and, provides individual, family and/or group therapy within scope of training. Performs a full range of duties with only occasional instruction or assistance in an independent and professional manner and possesses a significant level of specialized and functional expertise.
II. Examples of Essential Position Duties (The following duties represent some of the principal job duties; however, they are not all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.)

• Completes comprehensive mental health, crisis, and risk assessments. Develops clinical formulations, diagnoses individuals, and identifies medical necessity for treatment.
• Develops, coordinates, and/or oversees the implementation of client treatment plans with measurable objectives; as appropriate, makes referrals to other services or community agencies to meet client need.
• Provides specialized individual, family, and/or group counseling and therapy, education, outreach, and support to clients and families as necessary.
• As part of a multi-disciplinary team, provides evidence-based and fidelity models of care specific to program assignment.
• Provides consultation, education, information, and resource advocacy to agencies in the community which routinely come in contact with clients; maintains liaison with key community agencies that serve people with mental illness.
• Prepares and maintains required records, progress notes, and files; prepares reports as needed.
• Completes appropriate billing and encountering of time spent in delivery of client services.
• Assists with program planning activities, designing program services, and coordinating activities with assigned staff.
• Addresses and deescalates behavioral health crisis in the field, office, or via telehealth; assesses individuals in crisis for involuntary services; works with law enforcements and health care facilities in emergency care for individuals; develops and/or coordinates crisis treatment, stabilization plans, and crisis safety plans; and, identifies needed services and makes appropriate referrals.
• Provides outreach and engagement to individuals not yet enrolled in needed behavioral health care.
• May include working rotating shifts and adjusted work schedules which include holidays, weekends, and overnights; works overtime when required; may be assigned to perform work in the field outside the office.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
• Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
• Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required.

III. Minimum Requirements(Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following requirements, physical demands and/or working conditions)
Education and Experience

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy, art therapy, music therapy, or related behavioral science field.

License, Certificate or Other
Requires possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
IV. Other Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requires knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in evaluating, modifying, and motivating human behavior; community resources; de-escalation techniques; Oregon Administrative Rules, laws, regulations for scope of practice including confidentiality policies and regulations. Knowledge and practice of ethics of behavioral health care and for public employees. Ability to assess status of individuals and families for needs and services; perform comprehensive mental health assessments and crisis assessments; develop a clinical formulation and render appropriate diagnosis that justifies medical necessity for services; develop and oversee implementation of treatment plans with measurable objectives that treat identified and medically necessary needs; provide individual and group counseling; provide care coordination; provide support and guidance to clients and family members; identify risk or danger and respond professionally and responsibly in all situations, including crisis, emergency, or dangerous situations; understand and provide trauma informed and client-centered care and contribute to a trauma informed workplace/environment; work independently and participate as an active member of a cohesive work group; prioritize high volumes of work and multi-task situations well; write concise, timely, and accurate progress notes and reports; maintain timely records with accuracy and confidentiality; exercise initiative, tact, and good judgment in dealing with community partners, other providers, community members, and clients and families from various backgrounds; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; understand and carry out detailed instructions of a technical and professional nature; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; operate office equipment; learn and successfully use a variety of office and healthcare information systems; and, read and understand relevant reference manuals, and equipment manuals, etc.
Physical Demands (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following physical demands)
Ability to work in an office environment and in the field. Requires the ability to coordinate hands and feet in performing simple movements, such as bending, reaching and grasping; to exert physical effort in sedentary to light work involving moving from one area of the facility to another and in the field, reaching, kneeling, climbing of stairs and standing for extended periods of time. Requires sufficient strength and coordination for lifting, pushing, pulling and/or carrying the weight of equipment as well as sufficient hand/eye coordination to perform semi-skilled repetitive movements such as operating office equipment. Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle. Sensory requirements include sound, odor and visual perception and discrimination, as well as oral communications ability.
Working Conditions (Performance of the essential duties of this position includes the following working conditions)
Work is performed in an office environment and/or in the field, and may include exposure to disruptive people and communicable diseases. May include exposure to adverse weather, including extreme temperatures, rain, snow, sleet, and hail. Incumbents are also exposed to dangerous or unpleasant conditions and substances, including noise, traffic hazards, biohazards, noxious plants, and wildlife.
V. Additional Information
This classification description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, or requirements, as any one position in this classification may be assigned some or all of these duties, in addition to other duties not explicitly listed here. The various duties, responsibilities and/or assignments of this position may be unevenly balanced and change from time to time based upon matters such as, but not limited to, variations in the shift, work demands, seasons, service levels and management's decisions on how to best allocate department resources. Any shift, emphasis or rebalancing of these assigned duties, responsibilities and/or assignments does not constitute a change in the job classification. The County shall schedule employees and determine FTE consistent with its determination as to efficiency of operations, financial advantages to the County, and/or effective service to the public.
Equal Opportunity Employer
ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer
In accordance with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments, Jackson County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. A person who requires an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources Office, Attn. ADA Coordinator, at (541) 774-6036 or by TTY/TDD 711 or (800) 735-2900 as far in advance as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled need.
Jackson County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at or call 541-774-6036.
Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States.
Jackson County Benefit Summary - SEIU
Jackson County provides an excellent, generous and comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their dependents, as applicable.
This overview provides highlights of the comprehensive benefits package Jackson County SEIU employees receive. If any statement conflicts with the applicable plan documents, Codified Ordinance, Jackson County policies, and/or collective bargaining agreement, the applicable documents will govern.
Insurance
Health Insurance - As of July 1, 2026 Regular full-time employees and their eligible dependents receive medical insurance, including prescription and chiropractic, dental, and vision coverage at a cost to the employee of $25.10 per paycheck ($54.40 per month) toward the monthly composite premium. Regular full-time employees may not waive coverage. Regular part-time employees may enroll in the full plan, with a prorated composite premium depending on their full-time equivalent (FTE), or may elect to waive benefits. Coverage begins on the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.
Hinge - Provided through Regence, Hinge is an online virtual Physical Therapy benefit for all employees and their dependents enrolled in the health insurance plan. This online virtual service will work around your schedule in the comfort of your own home, and there is no cost to the employee.
Wellness Center by CareATC - In addition to health insurance, certain primary care medical services, lab services, and prescription medications are offered at no out-of-pocket cost for the employee who is enrolled in the County's health insurance plan, and their eligible dependents at the wellness center.
Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment - Fully funded for regular full-time employees (prorated for regular part-time employees), employees are eligible the first of the month coinciding with 30 days from date of hire. The benefit is equal to two times the employee's annual salary rounded to the next higher $1,000, to a maximum of $500,000. Insurance in excess of $50,000 is a taxable benefit.
Long-Term Disability - Fully funded for regular full-time employees (prorated for regular part-time employees), employees are eligible the first of the month following date of hire. The benefits are payable after a waiting period of 60 days at a rate of 66 2/3 percent of base salary, up to a maximum monthly benefit of $12,000.
Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment - Regular employees may choose to participate in additio