Behavioral Health Counselor (Licensed, QMHP)

Hours of typical operations are M - F, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, as needed. On-call required.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon; (b) Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and licensed by the State of Oregon; (c) Graduate degree in psychology; (d) Graduate degree in social work; (e) Graduate degree in recreational, art, or music therapy: (f) Graduate degree in a behavioral science field
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the State of Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Oregon, or another license as listed above. Must pass a criminal history check as required by ORS 443.004. Valid Oregon Driver's license with a clean driving record for the past three years. Have or obtain CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience: At least two (2) years' experience in mental health programs, required. Experience in differential diagnosing, treatment plan design and implementation with children, adults, and families. Experience and understanding of rural service delivery and community partnership preferred. Understanding of best practices in the delivery of community-based mental health services within both public and private managed care reimbursement systems. Experience working with the courts, law enforcement, schools, and a variety of community partners. Cerner or other EHR systems experience required. Microsoft office suite experience required.
• Job Knowledge: Must be able to demonstrate the ability to conduct a mental health assessment to include identifying precipitating events, health and safety risks to self or others; gather histories of mental and physical health, substance use, past mental health services, and criminal justice contacts; assess family, cultural, social, and work relationships; conduct a mental status examination; complete a DSM-V-TR diagnosis; develop a safety plan; write and supervise the implementation of a person-centered treatment plan; and provide individual, family, or group therapy within the scope of training.