Mental Health Specialist II - EASA Coordinator

Community Counseling Solutions • John Day, OR

221d • $55,000 - $80,300

About The Position

The Mental Health Specialist II/Early Assessment and Support Alliance (EASA) Coordinator provides culturally competent and appropriate behavioral health treatment to individuals served by Community Counseling Solutions (CCS). This role involves working in accordance with the Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) and the mission and values of CCS. The position focuses on identifying and supporting young people whose symptoms are consistent with the onset of psychotic illnesses such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder with psychosis. The coordinator assists in linking clients to appropriate care and treatment, working closely with community partners to meet the behavioral health needs of the community.

Requirements

• MHS IV: Doctorate degree in social work, psychology, or related field, or a master's degree with LPC, LCSW, or LMFT certification.
• MHS III: Master's degree in social work, psychology, or related field.
• MHS II: Bachelor's degree and enrollment or willingness to enroll in a master's program within 4 months of hire.
• Active variance from the State or designation as a QMHP mental health intern.
• Certification from the Department of Human Services as a Certified Mental Health Investigator.
• Certification as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor or Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of symptoms and challenges faced by people with mental illness and addictions.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Skills to professionally work with the public and coordinate services across various agencies.
• Knowledge about the recovery model.
• Ability to represent the interests of the customer and the agency favorably in the community.
• Computer literacy and ability to use word processing and other software programs.

Responsibilities

• Establish and communicate local/regional processes for referral, referral tracking, screening, outreach, and admission to services.
• Conduct EASA screening and assessment.
• Coordinate activities with the EASA team.
• Facilitate family education and support in individual and multi-family group formats for clients aged 12 to 30 with first psychotic break or prodromal symptoms.
• Initiate contact with local counties and providers to identify capacity and needs, and assemble a local/regional team for community education and local services.
• Work with state technical assistance center to become proficient in EASA practices and coordinate regional training/capacity development.
• Plan, coordinate, track, and help implement community education and social marketing.
• Provide consultation to local provider agencies and clinicians to ensure EASA fidelity.
• Provide clinical services to children, adults, and families, including screening, assessment, individual and group therapy, and consultation.
• Actively participate in joint case planning and coordination with agency employees and relevant agency contractors.
• Act as a liaison between clients and other agencies and advocate for clients when appropriate.
• Participate in group and individual supervision sessions.
• Work with staff and community representatives to initiate new programs and evaluate existing programs.
• Perform joint case planning and coordination with community agencies including schools, group homes, police organizations, and hospitals.
• Provide behavioral health and addiction education, prevention, and information to various interest groups.
• Assist other clinicians in facilitating groups as requested.
• Provide after-hours emergency services on a 24-hour, rotating basis.
• Initiate holds, provide civil commitment investigations, and work with hospitals and case workers for individuals in the civil commitment process.
• Complete all paperwork in a professional, clinically sound, and timely manner.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and conferences as directed by administration.
• Provide intensive children’s treatment services.
• Utilize agency software/computer systems to prepare client records and reports.
• Transport clients as required.
• Administer forms for urinalysis testing and record all pertinent information.
• Report all abuse to the appropriate legal office and develop safety plans as required.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees