Behavioral Health Care Coordinator (QMHP / Licensed) - MD133

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW•Portland, OR

3d•$34 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

The Spirit of Healing Behavioral Health Care Coordinator works independently and collaboratively with a team of health professionals to provide members with opportunities to improve self-management abilities, health outcomes, and satisfaction with health care in a culturally specific manner. This position works collaboratively with American Indian or Alaskan Native members who may have complex medical/psychosocial/ addiction issues and their families/caregivers as well as with members of multidisciplinary teams (MDT) to provide care coordination and mental health assessments as needed.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Counseling, or related clinical field
Minimum 2 years’ experience in behavioral health, care management, and care coordination and/or social services.
Active Oregon license (LCSW or LPC) or ability to obtain by start date OR active QMHP-C certification through MHACBO
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle;
Ability to operate a motorized vehicle
Demonstrated skill in word processing and computer skills and ability to learn new technological means of communication and various data base
Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members.
Must have two years of experience using an electronic health record
Ability to pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
Ability to pass criminal background and DMV checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Actively collaborate and coordinate Care Coordination for Spirit of Healing Members/NARA NW patients utilizing a team approach
Administer mental health assessments and treatment plans as needed to streamline member into services
Provide timely updates regarding the plan of care that includes self-management as well as member specific goals.
Makes referrals to community programs/services as appropriate.
Utilize the Electronic Medical Records system for documentation.
Make independent decisions regarding client care and care management.
Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
Meet with members to identify and reduce or eliminate barriers to care (e.g., social, cultural, linguistic, education), and set effective goals with members.
Utilize a culturally sensitive person-centered approach in working with clients by respecting their self-determination and autonomy and exploring their ambivalence by utilizing Motivational Interviewing principles.
Ensure that clients get timely access to appropriate services by promoting and modeling advocacy skills.
Collaborate with medical and auxiliary providers in the community to develop health care plans/goals based on identified needs and employ creative strategies to address psychosocial issues.
Facilitate communication and positive relationship building between clients and medical providers; attend medical appointments as needed.