Bilingual Substance Use Dependence Certified Recovery Mentor

Bilingual Substance Use Dependence Certified Recovery Mentor

Salary

$22.03 - $29.43 Hourly

Location

Salem, OR

Job Type

Full-time Regular

Job Number

536-2026-4

Department

Health and Human Services

Division

HHS - BH - Addiction Treatment Svcs

Opening Date

06/22/2026

Closing Date

7/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

06

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

In this rewarding role, you will use your lived experience to inspire hope, build trust, and empower individuals as they navigate their recovery journey. Opportunities include providing community outreach, supporting overdose prevention and response efforts, connecting individuals to treatment and community resources, and working alongside multidisciplinary teams to improve health and wellness outcomes. As a bilingual support for many individuals and families we serve, your ability to communicate in both Spanish and English will play a critical role in reducing barriers to care and expanding access to recovery services within our diverse rural communities. Your cultural understanding, lived experience, and commitment to service can make a lasting impact on individuals who may otherwise struggle to access support. If you are driven by purpose, value connection, and want to be part of a team dedicated to transforming lives, we encourage you to apply and help bring recovery, hope, and opportunity to those who need it most.

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

This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required.

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: office or in the community including settings necessary to deliver addiction counseling services (e.g., PCC, schools, hospitals, jail, courtroom, residences including transitional housing, etc.). The incumbent performs all the following using a person-centered, strength-based, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and ethically guided approach:

• Builds rapport with people served. Identifies the needs of people served and their families; conducts outreach to engage people who would benefit from addiction treatment services and supports; applies crisis prevention, management, and de-escalation skills.
• 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 people served and in support of resource development.
• 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.
• Builds rapport with people served. Identifies the needs of people served and their families; conducts outreach and on call response to engage people who would benefit from addiction treatment services and supports.
• Documents services rendered in a professional, clear, accurate, and complete manner and in accordance with timelines set forth in policy.
• Conducts drug testing to include urine drug screens, oral swabs and breathalyzers; applies crisis prevention, management, and de-escalation skills.
• 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 people served and in support of resource development.
• Provides peer-facilitated Life Skills and Recovery Skills groups for all clients served.
• Provides direct services at various sites within the community, so driving is required.
• Performs other job duties as assigned by the 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

• High School diploma, or equivalent; AND
• Two (2) years in recovery from previous substance use dependence.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess or obtain within ninety (90) days of hire, a current MHACBO (Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon) CRM certification (Certified Recovery Mentor). See MHACBO website for requirements.

• This position provides services to monolingual Spanish-speaking individuals; therefore, fluent bilingual Spanish/English skills are required. An additional 5% will be added to the hourly wage as compensation for this skill. Finalist will be required to pass a verbal and written Standardized Spanish/English Fluency Assessment as part of the hiring process.

• Must possess a current drivers license in the applicants state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.

• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.

• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.

• This position may be subject to the following: Must not be excluded from participation in the federal health care programs (Medicaid, Medicare and other federally funded programs that provide health benefits); AND must not be excluded from participating in federal procurement (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and non-procurement activities (Executive Order No. 12549).

• This assignment is represented by a union.

• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.

• Typical Work Schedule(s): Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.

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

Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits; moves about the work area; climbs 1 floor of stairs; lifts, pushes, pulls and carries up to 15 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 15 lbs.; operates a keyboard; speaks with a clear and audible voice; reads a 12-pt. font; distinguishes colors; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to heat, cold, humidity, dust, smoke, 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

• One of the following:

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

• Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR

• Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:

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

• Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

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 Human Resources 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, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here, 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.

01

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?

• Yes
• No

02

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

• I am certified as a CRM through MHACBO.
• I am working on my CRM through MHACBO and can obtain it within 90 days.
• I am not CRM certified.

03

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.

04

PLEASE NOTE YOUR ANSWER WILL REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL. This position requires at least two years in continuous active recovery from previous personal use of substances. Do you meet this qualification?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have knowledge and experience accessing community resources within Marion County?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Marion County

Address PO BOX 14500

Salem, Oregon, 97309

Phone (503) 566-3949

Website https://www.co.marion.or.us/HR/Pages/jobs.aspx