Mental Health Therapist

COQUILLE INDIAN TRIBE•Eugene, OR

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Behavioral Health Executive Director, the Mental Health Therapist will provide mental health assessments, develop collaborative treatment plans, provide therapy and referrals to adult and youth clients of the Ko-Kwel Wellness Center. Treatment services include individual, family, and group therapy. Treatment services to court-involved youth will be coordinated with juvenile justice agencies and may include participation in monthly case reviews and closed custody reviews. The Mental Health Therapist will work closely with other Tribal Program Staff.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) OR an equivalent licensure to the State of Oregon and ability to obtain Oregon licensure within 6 months of hire.
Two years of relevant experience is required.
Ability to provide direct mental health treatment services to youth, adults and families.
Ability to organize and conduct group therapy and recreational therapy activities.
Ability to Consult and collaborate with other Tribal health, education, and social service staff in the development and implementation of treatment activities for youth and adults.
Ability to plan and organize work and complete written reports and documentation of mental health assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, case management, and discharge plans in both paper form and as part of the electronic health records system accurately and on time.
Adhere to all departmental performance standards.
Basic computer word processing and communication skills
Current and valid Oregon driver’s license in good standing with no insurability issues as determined by the Tribe’s insurance carrier is required
Knowledge of current theories and practices in the area of mental health treatment.
Knowledge of current theories and practices in the area of treatment, prevention, and aftercare regarding addiction and substance abuse.
Knowledge of community structure, values, culture, and language of the population served.
Abstinence during employment in this capacity is essential to the overall effectiveness of the program. Individuals in recovery from the disease of alcoholism and/or from other drug dependence must affirm that previous employment performance has not been impaired by alcoholism/substance abuse for over the past 2 years.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare background and experience with Native American patients is preferred
Certification as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor is preferred.

Responsibilities

Main priority is to provide direct mental health treatment to adults, youth and families with timely documentation and follow up.
Work in conjunction with Behavioral Health Integration Specialist, Medical Clinic, Indian Child Welfare, Family Support Services including CELS staff in case management and provision of services to clients and families to ensure the development of comprehensive community mental health services. Work collaboratively with Prevention, Culture, Education, Health Division, Law Enforcement, Indian Child Welfare, and Family Support staff in organization and implementation of treatment and treatment activities.
Assist in development of Mental Health program policies and work plan.
Work collaboratively with community resources and services.
Develop and assist in gathering data necessary for service provision to include regular documentation and service reports required by various funding agencies.
Establish and monitor priorities/deadlines, and review written assessments/surveys/reports.
Work on a multidisciplinary team and demonstrate good communication and conflict management skills.
Use technology for timely delivery, monitoring, and tracking service delivery and outcomes.

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