Utility Therapist (Part-Time)

Salary: $5,587.51 - $8,383.97 (for non-licensed), $6,117.85-$9,252.35 (for licensed) Per Month DOE

Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a part-time (20 Hours) Utility Therapist. This position's duties will vary depending clinical staffing demands at any given time during the term of employment. The Utility Therapist will primarily focus on QMHP-specific duties i.e. providing assessment, direct therapy services such as individual, family, and/or group sessions, mobile crisis response, and other QMHP duties as assigned. The Utility Therapist may also spend dedicated time providing QMHA specific duties such as skills training and case management. This position will work with clients across the development/age span.

The Requirements:

• Master's degree in a social sciences field or at a place in their master program that allows for a QMHP variance. CADC or willingness to obtain will be beneficial as well.
• Knowledge of practices, principles, and philosophy of mental health treatment including motivational interviewing, assessment, treatment plans, and crisis intervention.
• Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200-407-007-0370 and drug screening.
• Must possess a valid Oregon Drivers license and be insurable for client service purposes, travel between business offices, and attend required meetings and/or trainings.
• *If masters degree has not been obtained, to be considered for this position you must be attending school and have at least 30 credits based on quarter completed, or 20 credits based on semester completed

The Benefits:

Part-time position with attractive pro-rated benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, gym discounts, and more. Paid time off includes 1 day of sick time accrued each month, 1 day of vacation time accrued each month (increases with years of service), 10 paid holidays each year, and one month paid renewal leave every 7 years! Qualified as a NHSC loan repayment site.

The Area:

Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.

To apply please visit our website https://www.chdinc.org/employment. Cover Letter REQUIRED with application.

If you need assistance please call 541-962-8881 or email hr@chdinc.org .

The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.