The Therapist provides clinical recovery-focused services, including diagnostic assessments and the development of individual treatment plans for clients with mental illness and substance abuse issues. Responsibilities include delivering community-based therapy, stabilization, and crisis interventions while maintaining timely electronic documentation.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in behavioral science and be registered with MHACBO or hold a valid Oregon license (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or Psychologist). A valid Oregon driver's license and the ability to pass background and DMV checks are required.
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Job description
Annual equivalent of $82,492 to $102,876 (prorated by FTE). If licensed in Oregon (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) this position would include a $3.00/hr license differential that is equivalent to an additional $6,240 per year (prorated by FTE).
Attention Candidates
Please upload both your resume and a cover letter.
Benefits include:
Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
Clinical supervision and training provided along with continuing education opportunities.
Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “Intermediate High” or “Low Intermediate+” depending on the testing site.
This position may be eligible for relocation reimbursement, as well as professional development and support for licensure.
Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm- Five 8’s or Four 10’s available
Overview
The Therapist provides clinical recovery-focused services to clients with mental illness and substance abuse problems, if present.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Long-term Disability
Continuing Education Opportunities
Loan Repayment Programs
Professional Development Support
Family Medical Insurance
403(b) Plan With 6% Match
Relocation Reimbursement
Bilingual Pay Premium
Clinical Supervision And Training
Performs diagnostic assessments and formulates diagnoses.
Develops individual treatment plans in conjunction with the client and members of the treatment team.
Completes treatment plan updates and assessment updates.
Gives clinical direction to program staff.
Utilizes appropriate evidence based practices.
Provides and documents appropriate services.
Utilizes Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) in delivery of client services.
Options provides on the job training and supervision for FIT.
Responsibilities
The Mental Health Clinician in the Case Management Department completes screenings, assessments and treatment plans, and carries out individual treatment plans for clients on their assigned caseload.
Clinical interventions include providing community based therapy and stabilization in community setting.
Services include psychotherapy, individual skills training, assistance with accessing entitlements, and crisis interventions.
Agency vehicles are available to transport clients as required.
Submits timely documentation of services provided using Electronic Health Records and collaborative documentation.
We are looking for a Mental Health Clinician with organizational and time management skills as well as therapeutic intervention skills.
Qualifications
This position requires a Master's degree in a behavioral science, an understanding of co-occurring disorders, and related experience.
Experience with substance abuse treatment for dually diagnosed clients preferred.
Must be a QMHP on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.
OR
Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO (please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information)
OR
Must be registered as a licensure intern with the State of Oregon or be licensed in Oregon as an LMFT, LCSW, LPC or clinical Psychologist.
In order to avoid potential conflict of interest, applicants for this position cannot have received services from Options for Southern Oregon within the last 12 months.
Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.
Travels between sites and is required to drive, and depending on needs of the program, may transport clients.
Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to be approved for driving rights. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
