| Location | Corvallis, OR |
| Salary | $69,716.88–$110,215 Per Year |
Adult Outpatient & Community-Based Therapist
Salary
$69,716.88 - $110,215.00 Annually
Location
Corvallis, OR
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
26-00122
Department
Health Services
Division
AFSCME
Opening Date
08/25/2026
Closing Date
9/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit:
AFSCME
Classification:
Health Care Professional 2/3
FLSA Exempt Status
Overtime Exempt
Job Summary
Transform Lives and Shape the Future: Join Us as a Community Mental Health Therapist to Work with Diverse Populations, Embrace an Integrative Approach, and Be a True Agent of Change!
JOB SUMMARY
The Benton County Health Department is seeking an Adult Outpatient & Community-Based Therapist to join the team. We proudly serve all Benton County residents regardless of ability to pay for services. In this role you will provide an array of services to a caseload of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring addiction disorders. Services provided range from individual therapy, group therapy and case management. Services are delivered in the office and in the community (as needed.) This role may provide specialty services, such as residential case management and intensive services, and outreach and engagement services. Mental health services are co-located with Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Primary Care and Dental. In this position, you will be working independently and as part of an integrated team. This position may provide specialized services depending on area of assignment. Clinical supervision may be offered to those seeking licensure.
Please note: This position can be filled at a level 2 or 3 depending on qualifications.
Click here for a complete list of duties and responsibilities for a Health Care Professional level 2.
Click here for a complete list of duties and responsibilities for a Health Care Professional level 3.
First review of applications will be on September 23, 2026.
Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered.
Please note that this recruitment may close at any time after the first review date.
BENEFITS
Training and Licensure support!
$1,000 annual Training Budget available
Reimbursement for Licensure fees or MHACBO certification available
Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
$0 Health Insurance Premium!
Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Health Reimbursement account, depending on plan and personal contribution!
Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
Dependents up to age 26 are covered!
Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
After 6 months of employment:
The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!
The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.
A free and award-winning wellness program
Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs!
100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!
Annual salary range of:
QMHP - Health Care Professional 2: $69,716.88 - $104,019.11
QMHP - Health Care Professional 3: $73,881.87 - $110,215.00
This position is eligible for two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standing!
Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregons pay equity law.
Have benefits questions?
Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications are REQUIRED for this position:
QMHP - Health Care Professional 2 level (HCP42):
QMHP - Health Care Professional 3 level (HCP43):
A masters degree is required with the exception of a bachelors degree in nursing or occupational therapy.
NOTE: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.
Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment.
For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law
Special Requirements
Ideal Candidate
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Ashley Talamantes, Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinical Program Manager
Benton County Health Services
541-766-0144
ashley.talamantes@bentoncountyor.gov
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county's 90,000 residents like to say they "have it all."
Benton County Mental Health Services
Working at Benton County
Living in Benton County
How to Apply
After you Apply
Additional information
This is a FLSA exempt position.
This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)
This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources.
NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the VA.
Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.
Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY
Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you.
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West - going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach - Benton County truly offers something for everyone.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.
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Are you registered as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO)? Please select one:
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Please list current licenses and/or certifications you possess (ex. LCSW, LPC, PsyD, other). If you do not hold a license or certification, type "N/A".
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Tell us why you are interested in working at a community mental health agency?
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Do you have any experience working with or in Behavioral Health residential homes and facilities?
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Describe your experience working with individuals experiencing acute mental health symptoms.
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This position involves meeting clients in community settings including homes, shelters, and streets. What is your comfort level with this and how have you navigated challenges in similar work?
Required Question
Employer Benton County (OR)
Address 4500 SW Research Way
Kalapuya Building
Corvallis, Oregon, 97333
Phone 541-766-6081
Website https://www.bentoncountyor.gov/