Mental Health Counselor (Psychiatric Security Review Board)

Cascadia Health - US•Portland, OR

29d•$65,731 - $70,436

About The Position

Location/Schedule: This position is located at Pisgah, a licensed residential treatment facility in SE Portland, OR. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position: Counselor III Program: Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) Cascadia's Mission and Vision: Mission: Cascadia Health delivers whole health care - integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing - to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve. Vision: We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and has a self-directed, connected life. Program Description: Cascadia's psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) forensic and clinical programs offer diverse, strengths based, trauma-informed treatment services in our outpatient clinic setting, in the community, and in residential settings, to individuals mandated to treatment by the State of Oregon's PSRB. Services offered include individual therapy, case management, and crisis support. Additionally, we provide monitoring and supervision of the stipulations of conditions of release into the community issued by the PSRB. The goal of Cascadia's PSRB program is to promote the health, wellness, stability, and safety of the individual within the community. We offer continuum of care, which includes residential settings to living independently in the community. Why PSRB? Our PSRB clients are individuals who are progressing through Oregon's Psychiatric Security Review Board system and generally living successfully in the community, yet the nature of the work is often misunderstood. In practice, PSRB services offer one of Cascadia's most structured and well-supported clinical settings. Clients are typically engaged in treatment, consistent in follow-through, and invested in their long-term progress. Expectations and workflows are clear, and the interdisciplinary team collaborates closely on decisions and care planning. Clinicians who join PSRB often find the work steady, purposeful, and closely aligned with Cascadia's mission, with opportunities to build meaningful therapeutic relationships and support clients through sustained growth. Position Description: The Counselor III works in residential treatment facilities, homes, and clinical settings with individuals experiencing serious and persistent mental illnesses, substance use disorders and other health concerns. The Counselor III is responsible for writing mental health assessments and service plans, and will provide case management services, assist with intakes, discharges, and acquisition of entitlements or other benefits. They will also provide some individual and group therapy, as well as crisis intervention as needed. The facilities associated with the population being served have a wide range of levels of care provided, from semi-independent living to secure and enhanced care facilities.

Requirements

Master's degree in behavioral science field from an accredited college or university. Demonstrate the competencies to become credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), as outlined in the Oregon Administrative Rulings (OARs); or credentialed through state licensing boards: Board of Licensed Socials workers, Board of Licensed Professional Counselors. Certification must be kept current and in compliance with OARs through MHACBO or respective licensing board.
Clinical experience providing adult inpatient or outpatient mental health services is preferred.
Ability to conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate diagnosis according to the most recent DSM.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Must understand recovery model, motivational interviewing, illness management and recovery, evidence-based practices, and strength-based case management philosophies and strategies.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word & Excel).
Possess a valid driver's license, minimum of one year driving history, ability to pass Driver Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course (some programs).
CPR Certification (training provided post-hire).

Responsibilities

Provide monitoring and supervision for clients under the jurisdiction of the PSRB and assist clients with developing and maintaining structured activities in accordance with their goals and the terms of their release into the community.
Utilize a variety of evidence-based practices to deliver therapeutic services tailored to the needs of clients.
Complete comprehensive behavioral health assessments, create individualized service plans, and maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR).
Work closely with other providers and support systems to ensure comprehensive treatment planning and continuity of care.
Offer strengths-based case management and motivational interviewing in a variety of settings, including client's homes or other community venues, using assertive engagement techniques to meet clients where they are.
Establish trusting relationships with clients to support self-advocacy, goal setting, and achievement of personal milestones.
Establish and nurture collaborative relationships with community stakeholders to promote stability and continuity of care.
Provide crisis intervention services and utilize de-escalation techniques to minimize the need for acute care and hospitalization.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation that ensures compliance with all agency policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations, and billing requirements.
Support clients in obtaining necessary services and benefits, including medical, housing, and social services.
Transport clients to appointments and community services using personal or agency vehicles.
Engage in an on-call rotation to provide crisis intervention services as needed.
Comply with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures under which the program and company operates.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off Package Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
VSP Vision Discount Plan
403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Length of Service Award
Voluntary Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Student loan forgiveness options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bicycle Reimbursement
Discounted Fitness Memberships
Trauma Support Team