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 to fulfill 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:

• 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

• 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.

Veteran Preference Information

Trauma Informed Care Statement

Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30-days as an eligible employee. Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2026 are outlined below:

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment.

Disability - Lane County provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year: New Year's Day, Independence Day, Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday, Labor Day, Presidents' Day, Veterans' Day, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving Day, Juneteenth, and Christmas Day.

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts