Behavioral Health Counselor - Licensed QMHP (FULL TIME)

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: A QMHP is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals and families affected by mental illness and emotional issues. Must be able to coordinate the assessment, counseling, and referral of clients as well as work within a multidisciplinary team to treatment plan for the best client outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: QMHPs shall meet the following minimum qualifications: (a) Bachelor's degree in nursing and licensed by the State of Oregon. Nurses are accountable to abide by the Oregon Nurse Practice Act to determine if job descriptions are compliant with the competencies listed above; (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; (g) A qualified Mental Health Intern, as defined in .

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. 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.

Expected Hours of Work: 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 rotation required.

Skills: Must be able to work with people in a respectful and professional manner. Must have excellent communication skills. Must have effective time management and organization skills.

Personal Protective Must be able and willing to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment

Equipment (PPE): (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no direct supervisory responsibility of staff, however, review of documentation and services performed by Qualified Mental Health Associates (QMHA) may be necessary.

Travel: Travel (using a company vehicle) occasionally required for this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Assess clients and diagnose mental health concerns.

Create treatment plans for clients that are person-centered and based on the needs of the individual.

Provide counseling services within scope of practice.

Refer clients to other healthcare professionals when necessary.

Work with families or couples to administer family or marital counseling.

Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as needed.

Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team to effectively coordinate services with case managers, peer support specialists, alcohol & drug counselors, and other community resources.

Maintain thorough records of client progress. Monitor client progress and adherence to treatment plan. Maintain client files and case documentation in accordance with related policies.

Establish and maintain working relationships with community resources and agencies. Utilize and make referrals to assist client in plans for education, vocational training, employment, housing, etc.

Provide prevention-focused activities to individuals and groups.

Maintain a caseload of 36 - 60 clients depending on community need.

Maintain a 60% productivity rate.

Participate in research-based activities as indicated.

Share in after hours on-call rotation. Intervene during client's crisis situations.

Maintain all safety rules and procedures for work areas.

Maintain client confidentiality.

Complete continuing education courses to maintain licensure within the scope of practice.

Provide telehealth services in accordance with practice standards.

Other duties as assigned: the essential functions outline the primary duties performed by this position, however, other related work assignments may be added, removed, or changed by management.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Psychology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Service Focus: Values and delivers high quality, professional, responsive, and innovative services.

Legal Obligation: Adhere to Federal and State laws and agency regulations regarding the treatment of individuals who have substance use and mental health disorders.

Diversity and Inclusion: Equality is a core value at Outback Strong. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the community we serve and where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized. We promote involvement in the community and empowerment for our clients. We value the talents of our community members as well as show respect for their beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of living.

Communication/Interpersonal skills: Communication in any form must be sufficient to exchange and convey information, to receive work direction and to create a positive flow of job responsibilities or assignments. Employee must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication, including body language and interpersonal skills that promote the best interest of the client through positive interactions with co-workers, supervisors, patients/clients, families, physicians, etc.

Learning: Must be able to learn and navigate various medical software programs and technologies successfully. Use efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills, use of training, feedback, or other opportunities for learning and development. Maintain proficiency by attending trainings and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility.

Listening: Receive, attend to, interpret, and respond to verbal messages and other cues such as body language in ways that are appropriate to others and the situation.

Reasoning: Be able to identify rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information. Analyze information and make correct inferences or draw accurate conclusions.

Decision Making/Judgement: Make sound, well-informed and objective decisions, while understanding the impact and implications of such decisions. Commit to actions that accomplishes the goals of the organization.

Documentation: Able to use the electronic health record (EHR) of the organization to document client progress, assist with safety planning, care plans, and assessments. Properly document services rendered.

Time Management: Can use one's own time effectively and productively.

Stress Management: Able to practice effective coping skills for dealing with psychological stressors and maintain composure during challenging situations.

Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity while fostering an attitude of commitment and team spirit. Works well with others to achieve goals that are in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Outback Strong.

Ethics: Adhere to the Code of Ethics that governs your field of practice. We follow the ACA (American Counseling Association) Code of Ethics for Wellness Center clinicians and the NAADAC (National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors) code of ethics for Recovery Center clinicians.

Performance Improvement: Responsible for adhering to facility and departmental policies, procedures, quality practices, and current practice of government rules and regulations. Ensures services performed are of the best quality and carried out in an expeditious, positive, and accurate manner.

HIPAA Compliance: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA) is a federal law which, in part, protects the privacy of individually identifiable patient information, provides for the electronic and physical security of health and patient medical information. Patient information of any kind must be kept confidential. Confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA, Federal Confidentiality Regulations (42 CFR Part 2), and State Confidentiality Regulations as specified in ORS 179.505 and 192.518 through 192.530 must be followed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHSYCIAL DEMANDS/LIMITATIONS/HAZARDS (ADA):

Regularly required to use Microsoft Office Suite and other digital technology that require fine manipulation, grasping, typing, and reaching mobility.

Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating keyboard and digital equipment.

Frequently or occasionally required to sit, squat when adjusting equipment or retrieving items, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach with hands and arms, and manipulate objects.

Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis such as books, office equipment, etc. and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, peripheral vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employment Requirements:

To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.

Successful completion of 500-hour probationary period.

Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.

Criminal background check/finger printing and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

Disclaimer:

If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active-duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active-duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Veteran's preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.

If claiming 10-point veteran's preference you must provide the DD214 or certification requirements (see above bullet), plus the proof of entitlement of this. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference.

Outback Strong, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.

Criminal background check/finger printing and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

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