Mental Health Specialist II, III, or IV

Job overview

The Mental Health Specialist II, III, or IV role is onsite in John Day, OR. Compensation varies by level: MHS IV pays $74,900–$112,700 annually, MHS III pays $68,200–$102,300 annually, and MHS II pays $27.55–$40.58 per hour. Community Counseling Solutions provides behavioral health supports to improve community well-being. The specialist provides culturally competent behavioral health treatment to children, adults, and families. Through clinical services, crisis response, case coordination, and community education, the role helps address behavioral health needs and coordinate care with community partners.

What you'll do

• Provide screening, assessment, individual and group therapy, consultation, and other allowed clinical services
• coordinate case planning with agency staff and community partners
• act as a client liaison and advocate when appropriate
• participate in supervision
• support program development and review
• provide behavioral health and addiction education
• provide rotating 24-hour after-hours emergency services, including telephone consultation and community crisis intervention
• support civil commitment processes
• maintain timely clinical records
• provide intensive children’s treatment
• transport clients as required
• administer and document urinalysis forms
• report abuse and complete required safety plans and paperwork.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mental health specialist

behavioral health

john day or

community counseling solutions

$5,500 hiring bonus

children and families

individual therapy

group therapy

crisis intervention

rotating 24-hour emergency services

case coordination

clinical documentation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 6% initial 401(k) match
• potential flexible schedule options and tuition reimbursement
• paid vacation, holidays, and licensure supervision
• student loan forgiveness
• employee assistance and wellness benefits.

Why this role

A $5,500 hiring bonus is offered through October 31, 2026, with a two-year commitment and staggered, taxed payout. Requires or eligibility to obtain Certified Mental Health Investigator and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor designations.

About the employer

Community Counseling Solutions is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.