8747 - QMHP I - Licensed - Outpatient Program Therapist (Health & Human Services)

Jackson County, OR•Medford, OR

52d

About The Position

The Adult Outpatient Program at JCMH serves clients in various stages of mental health recovery and well-being, with a specific focus on adults 55 years and older. This master's level social worker or therapist will work collaboratively, with a team of providers including prescribers and nurses, peers, and case managers. We are looking for a QMHP with experience in a variety of therapeutic modalities and an openness to broaden their skillset to include evidence-based modalities appropriate to our client population. Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees! Preferred candidate will have an interest in working with aging and older adults. Most of our clients are diagnosed with a severe and persistent mental illness, and many are somewhere within the stages of change or recovery maintenance with regard to substance use disorders. Either experience with or an interest in developing skills with the treatment of substance use disorders is essential. Pass a criminal background check prior to hire. Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record. Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy. This position is represented by union group SEIU.

Requirements

Master's degree in psychology, social work, recreational therapy, art therapy, music therapy, or related behavioral science field AND one year experience as a clinical social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, or marriage and family therapist.
Requires possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Must be licensed in Oregon as a clinical social worker (LCSW), psychologist, professional counselor (LPC), or marriage and family therapist

Nice To Haves

interest in working with aging and older adults
experience with or an interest in developing skills with the treatment of substance use disorders is essential

Responsibilities

Completes comprehensive mental health, crisis, and risk assessments. Develops clinical formulations, diagnoses individuals, and identifies medical necessity for treatment.
Develops, coordinate, and/or oversees the implementation of client treatment plans with measurable objectives; as appropriate, makes referrals to other services or community agencies to meet client need.
Provides specialized individual, family, and/or group counseling and therapy, education, outreach, and support to clients and families as necessary.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, provides evidence-based and fidelity models of care specific to program assignment.
Provides consultation, education, information, and resource advocacy to agencies in the community which routinely come in contact with clients; maintains liaison with key community agencies that serve people with mental illness.
Prepares and maintains required records, progress notes, and files; prepares reports as needed.
Completes appropriate billing and encountering of time spent in delivery of client services.
Assists with program planning activities, designing program services, and coordinating activities with assigned staff.
Addresses and deescalates behavioral health crisis in the field, office, or via telehealth; assesses individuals in crisis for involuntary services; works with law enforcements and health care facilities in emergency care for individuals; develops and/or coordinates crisis treatment, stabilization plans, and crisis safety plans; and, identifies needed services and makes appropriate referrals.
Provides outreach and engagement to individuals not yet enrolled in needed behavioral health care.
May include working rotating shifts and adjusted work schedules which include holidays, weekends, and overnights; works overtime when required; may be assigned to perform work in the field outside the office.
Adheres to regulatory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, County and departmental policies and procedures, required trainings, as well as safe work practices.
Develops and maintains effective internal and external working relationships at all levels.
Has regular and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required.