Nurse Practitioner - Mental Health (Extra Help)

Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner

Hourly Wage: $64.16 - $85.83

About the Position

We are seeking an Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner with the ability to prescribe medication assisted treatment medications, including buprenorphine and methadone, to join our team tofulfill its mission of advancing recovery to those suffering from Opioid Use Disorder. We provide care on an outpatient basis to those diagnosed with Opioid Use Disorder. We operate an integrated care delivery clinic with provision of medication assisted treatment, behavioral health services, case management, and peer services. We provide these services in-person or virtually to bring the most comprehensive level of care to the patients that we serve.

Join us in a career dedicated to saving lives, fostering hope, strengthening families, and empowering our community!

About the Division

The Lane County Medication Assisted Treatment Program uses a holistic model of treatment that embraces traditional abstinence-based recovery as well as harm reduction principles. We have a dedicated and passionate team who provides medication assisted treatment services to help program participants reduce and ultimately end the use of opiates. We are committed to furthering our values of Equity & Inclusion throughout our recruiting practices. We seek diversity of background and opinion, as we think these attributes improve treatment outcomes and are the right thing to do for our communities. We recognize and remove barriers to success within our company and communities. We seek to build a recruiting process that is inclusive and fosters diversity.

Schedule: Schedule for this position is varied.

*Extra Help employees may work up to a maximum of 520 hours per fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.

Qualifications

Training:

• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, and completion of a Nurse Practitioner program specific to the expanded specialty of Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Licensing Requirements:

• Must possess State of Oregon Registered Nurse License, at the time of appointment.
• Must possess a current certificate to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Oregon, in the specified specialty role/category.

Special Requirements:

The following are required at the time of hire:

• State of Oregon Registered Nurse license
• Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
• National Certification by a nationally recognized board
• National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Current BLS/CPR
• Diploma
• Transcripts
• CV or Resume

Notes:

• This position is subject to a full background check.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
• Please note that as part of the screening process, Lane County will verify license and certification status.

Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Classification Details

Nurse Practitioner - Mental Health

Supplemental Information

Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.