Addiction Recovery Mentor - Community Response Team

Salary : $22.03 - $29.43 Hourly

Location : Salem, OR

Job Type : Full-time Regular

Job Number : 536-2025-7

Department : Health and Human Services

Division : HHS - BH - Acute and Forensic Diversion Svcs

Opening Date : 09 / 23 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : 06

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants and will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for recruitment #536-2025-7, you do not need to reapply. New applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice.

Do you have a passion for supporting individuals navigating substance use and mental health challenges? Are you energized by working with a collaborative, dedicated treatment team? If so, we want to hear from you! As an Addiction Recovery Mentor, you will respond alongside a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or Associate (QMHA) to calls from diverse sources, including 988, law enforcement, community members, business owners, family members, and individuals in need. You will provide support in the community during difficult times as well as build strong relationships with individuals in service and community partners while connecting them to critical resources. In addition, you will deliver mentoring services across various settings, ensuring those we serve receive the highest quality care and support. We offer the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families, a collaborative environment with a committed team of behavioral health professionals, and the opportunity to contribute to your community and grow in your career. Help shape a healthier, more inclusive community. If you're ready to make a difference and help individuals reclaim their lives, apply today to become a vital part of our mission!

Typical Work Schedule : Wednesday - Saturday, 7 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 30 p.m.; Sunday - Wednesday, 1 : 30 p.m. - midnight; or Wednesday - Saturday, 9 : 00 p.m. - 7 : 30 a.m. with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Assist and support persons served in county addiction treatment programs in accessing community health and social services; refer persons served to appropriate resources; advocate to obtain required services as necessary; provide information and education on wellness-related issues.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work under the general direction of a clinical supervisor or designee who assigns work, establishes goals and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision and lead work are not responsibilities of this classification. If an appointing authority assigns an employee to a full spectrum of lead worker duties, the county shall compensate the employee as described in the Marion County Personnel Rules.

Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following

The incumbent in this position upholds confidentiality rules / regulations including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Services may be delivered in person or via telehealth; services may be delivered in the following locations, but not limited to office or in the community including settings necessary to deliver addiction counseling services (e.g., PCC, schools, hospitals, jail, courtroom, residences including transitional treatment bed). The incumbent performs all of the following using a person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and ethically-guided approach. This position is stationed and dispatched from the Behavioral Health Crisis Center.

• Builds rapport with persons served. Identifies the needs of persons served and their families; conducts outreach to engage persons who would benefit from addiction treatment services and supports; assists persons served in reestablishing awareness of internal resources such as intelligence, competence, goal setting, and problem-solving abilities; identifies health and safety risks to self or others; applies crisis prevention, management, and de-escalation skills.
• Renders mentoring services and supports both in the office and in community settings necessary to deliver addiction counseling services and supports; works within a team; collaborates with coworkers and community partners; assists persons served in accessing the resources they need to recover from substance abuse problems; provides case management and care coordination services; assists in making timely referrals to other professionals, agencies, community programs, or appropriate resources; evaluates outcome of referrals.
• Assists in removing barriers to success; assists in transporting persons served to medical appointments, food pantry sites, shelter assistance, benefits programs, etc.; creates and maintains positive relationships with community partners; advocates on behalf of persons served and in support of resource development.
• Provides outreach and engagement in partnership with peace officers and corrections professionals; determines and addresses immediate / crisis needs at the point of contact with peace officers and thereafter; ensures the safety and stability of persons served; identifies when there is a need for professional substance use disorders and / or mental health assessment by a qualified professional; assists with intake procedures; gathers information relevant to demographic, substance use / legal / incarceration history, physical and mental health, housing, and employment; prepares and updates case management plans; provides referral / case management / follow-up supports to assist persons served in acquiring benefits and services; prepares and maintains confidential records; monitors progress and collaborate with community partners; provides transportation and accompanies persons served as they access services and supports (e.g., medical and addiction mental health treatment appointments, legal hearings, housing tours, DMV, etc.); attempts to locate persons served who are unhoused for the purpose of engagement and support; and inputs information into a web-based system in a timely manner.
• Documents services rendered in a timely, professional, clear, accurate, and complete manner and in accordance with timelines set forth in policy.
• Participates in team meetings and supervision; receives constructive feedback in an open manner; incorporates work quality improvements under the coaching of the supervisor.
• Provides back up to BHCC by answering phones via logging into TouchPoint.
• Performs other job duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Response Level 2 : In the event of an emergency, employee makes a reasonable effort to report to work. Employee may be required to perform duties outside of their regularly assigned duties. Employee may be requested to work an extended or flexible schedule. Staff at this response level must complete Incident Command System 100 and 700 on-line or in-person training.

Requirements for the Position

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge and understanding of general concepts of substance use disorders and mental health issues of persons served dealing with addictions; knowledge of family dynamics and individual and group counseling principles; knowledge of community resources.

Skills and abilities to understand and carry out directions and instructions; maintain confidentiality; interest and skill in providing services to persons with addiction disorders; read and write English; must be willing to work hours conducive to reaching the identified population; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with persons served, coworkers, and other agencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Stands; sits; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts, pushes, pulls and carries up to 5 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 10 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12-pt. font; hears a normal level of speech; may work in areas exposed to heat, cold, humidity, and noise.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS' PREFERENCE

MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR

A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail if you wish to request an accommodation.

Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.

Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, , and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.

Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.

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To receive credit for your supplemental questions, your answers must be supported by details in the education and / or work experience section of your application form. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer. Do you understand this statement?

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Have you been certified as a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) through the Mental Health and Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO)?

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If you have registered with MHACBO, please list the date of registration below. If you selected either of the other options above, please write N / A.

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PLEASE NOTE YOUR ANSWER WILL REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL.This position requires two years in recovery from substance use dependence. Do you meet this qualification?

Required Question