Bilingual Program Supervisor Mental Health Clinician

Lutheran Community Services Northwest•McMinnville, OR

About The Position

All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU: As an employer of choice, we’re deeply committed to supporting our employees—because when you’re empowered, our mission thrives. We provide resources, tools, and care that allow you to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind - A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy - Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance - Life insurance coverage at no cost to you - Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked) - Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked) - 12 paid agency recognized holidays - 2 floating holidays to use your way - 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies) - Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family - Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: Conduct mental health screenings and assessments to individuals in the Latinx Outreach Program determine treatment needs Diagnose mental health conditions based on client reports utilizing most current DSM format Facilitate client participation in the development of treatment plans based on client strengths Provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed counseling to individuals, families, and groups Apply evidenced-based practices in treatment Collaborate with client supports, including family members, partner agencies, and others as indicated Represent the agency in the community. Work closely with the Mental Health Management team to ensure the smooth operations of the Latinx Outreach program, including interfacing with billing and reception staff. Maintain positive working relationships with referents and community partners (Unidos, the Latinx Advisory Council, etc. as it relates to the Latinx Outreach Program) Work with the Mental Health Management team to identify and manage strategies and procedures for program efficiencies and contract performance. Act as a clinical support for the Culturally specific peer support specialist and move to supervising the position in the next 12 months. Help monitor and ensure that the Latinx Outreach Program operates within its budget and fulfills the expectations outlined in its contracts.

Requirements

Proficiency in Word, Excel and Credible is required
Working knowledge of the Oregon Administrative Rules Service and Documentation Standards (309-19-0135 to 309-19-0140) is required
Experience in data collection, analytics and reporting
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Requires strict adherence of HIPM standards in the office workspace to ensure confidentiality
Master's degree granted by an accredited institution in Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field or ability to obtain degree within 6 months is required.
Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish
Bilingual (English and Spanish).
Current counseling certification and licensing in the state of Oregon, or making progress toward securing an Oregon license in the next 6 months .
Must meet State of Oregon Administrative Rule requirements for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) and possess, or work toward, MHACBO certification as a QMHP-C unless already pursuing licensure through another counseling or social work profession's licensure board.

Nice To Haves

Experience facilitating groups gained through employment or internship, is a plus.
Program management or supervision skills highly desired.
Experience working with and organizing diverse communities.
Knowledge and professional experience working in the mental health field.

Responsibilities

Conduct mental health screenings and assessments to individuals in the Latinx Outreach Program determine treatment needs
Diagnose mental health conditions based on client reports utilizing most current DSM format
Facilitate client participation in the development of treatment plans based on client strengths
Provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed counseling to individuals, families, and groups
Apply evidenced-based practices in treatment
Collaborate with client supports, including family members, partner agencies, and others as indicated
Represent the agency in the community.
Work closely with the Mental Health Management team to ensure the smooth operations of the Latinx Outreach program, including interfacing with billing and reception staff.
Maintain positive working relationships with referents and community partners (Unidos, the Latinx Advisory Council, etc. as it relates to the Latinx Outreach Program)
Work with the Mental Health Management team to identify and manage strategies and procedures for program efficiencies and contract performance.
Act as a clinical support for the Culturally specific peer support specialist and move to supervising the position in the next 12 months.
Help monitor and ensure that the Latinx Outreach Program operates within its budget and fulfills the expectations outlined in its contracts.

Benefits

A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays to use your way
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status