Mental Health Clinician (Multilingual)

Lutheran Community Services Northwest•Gresham, OR

15h•$30

About The Position

Lutheran Community Services NW is 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. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. As a member of the Multicultural Counseling team, the Mental Health Clinician provides culturally sensitive mental health services. Their role involves helping clients navigate cultural and language barriers to access necessary mental health, medical, social, and educational services.

Requirements

Fluency in English and Spanish or Vietnamese
Master’s degree granted by an accredited institution in Counseling, Art Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, or closely related field.
QMHP, LPCA, LPC, LCSWA, LCSW
Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, ORCHARDS, SAM/OIG required.

Responsibilities

Provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed counseling to individuals, families, and groups
Maintain active case load including case notes and records in alignment with the agency’s documentation standards
Conduct mental health screenings and assessments to determine treatment needs and referrals to medication management or other adjunctive services (e.g. support group, peer support, case management)
Apply evidenced-based practices in treatment
Collaborate with consumer supports, including family members, partner agencies, and others as indicated on an ongoing basis
Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity in the delivery of client services as it relates to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the populations served
Model and encourage direct, professional communication among staff members, and facilitate development of a positive staff support network

Benefits

A 30 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage
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
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status