Email Opening Title Mental Health Therapist I  Description Job Summary The Mental Health Therapist I works within a multidisciplinary team to provide crisis intervention, mental health evaluation and diagnosis, treatment planning, therapy, case management and group work with primarily an adult population. All duties and responsibilities will be performed in accordance with the Yellowhawk Mission and Vision statements. Essential Job Functions Provides individual, couples and family mental health services. Completes clinical documentation within standard and appropriate timelines per policy. Coordinates care within an integrated care framework and coordinates with outside agencies as needed to meet the treatment needs of clients. Provides diagnoses and culturally appropriate treatment or referral for patients with mild to severe mental health problems. Provides a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment plans, coordinating when appropriate with other staff and consultants. Treats disorders utilizing techniques and therapy methods which are culturally resonant, appropriate, and accepted within the mental health profession. Documents therapy in electronic health record according to established procedures. Assesses client progress and modifies treatment plans accordingly. Intervenes as a crisis counselor in situations requiring immediate mental health treatment. Advocates for needs of assigned students and their families during IEP planning meetings. Participates in professional development activities and maintains appropriate professional licensure and affiliations. Performs related work as required by the duties described above and by the Mental Health Clinical Manager.   Position Requirements Minimum Qualifications Requires a Master’s degree in a behavioral health related field. Prefer either a Licensed Oregon Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Professional Counselor (LPC) or equivalent license from other state. The standards for maintaining Oregon licensure will apply to maintain this position unless the state of licensure requires higher standards. Will consider individuals who have current CSWA status if they can complete requirements for clinical licensure within two years of hire. Requires special training and experience in providing appropriate mental health treatment for trauma survivors. Must have knowledge of office information and word processing software programs. Willing to learn the Indian Health Service PCC Behavioral Health Services system or comparable software when available. Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain insurance requirements to operate General Services Administration vehicles. Represents Yellowhawk with a respected and viable presence in the community. Must submit to and pass a reference and criminal background check. Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Must submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Preferred Qualifications Crisis intervention skills. Training/certification in CBT and DBT is strongly preferred.   Closing Date Open Until Filled with Review 03/14/2023   Supervised By Mental Health Clinical Manager   Salary $68,681.45 - $103,277.18 annual   Covered Status YES   Safety Sensitive YES   EOE Statement No employee or job applicant shall be discriminated against in the pursuit of employment due to Race, Color, Religion, Sex or National Origin or any other category protected by law, except as provided by the Indian Preference Act under Title 25, of the U.S.C.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://YellowhawkTribalHealthCenter.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found -- Follow us See who works here:

 

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