Residential Treatment/Equine Specialist (QMHA)

Community Counseling Solutions • Heppner, OR

118d • $24 - $35

About The Position

The Residential Treatment Specialist (QMHA) / Equine Specialist position at Community Counseling Solutions involves providing services and support for clients to help them develop appropriate skills to increase or maintain their level of functioning. This includes mental health services, rehabilitation services, social services, personal services, medical, dental, and other health care services, educational services, financial management services, and recreational activities. The Equine Specialist is responsible for providing therapeutic horsemanship and care for the horses on-site, requiring a minimum of 6,000 hours of hands-on experience with horses. The position is supervised by the Clinical Supervisor and the Facility Administrator, with no direct reports.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6,000 hours (3 years) of hands-on experience with horses.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in a social services field or a combination of three years of experience.
• Three years of experience or a combination of education and experience in psychology, counseling, or a related field.
• Preference for MHACBO QMHA certification at time of hire.
• Ability to interact and relate to residents, staff, and others with respect and dignity.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with clients experiencing crisis situations.
• Knowledge of business English and medical terminology.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Basic knowledge of using Microsoft Office and EMR.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a social service setting.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment.
• Ability to represent the interest of the customer and the agency in a favorable light.

Responsibilities

• Provide residential care that meets the provision of room, board, care and services that assist the resident with ADL’s.
• Provide basic horse skills groups to clients each week.
• Document daily clinical information concisely and thoroughly.
• Complete timely progress notes and document treatment in line with the treatment plan.
• Document critical incidents using Incident Reports.
• Conduct/facilitate appropriate skills and activity groups oriented to treatment needs.
• Assist with the completion of client intake packets.
• Coordinate and case manage with guardians and counties.
• Maintain current resident records and perform monthly audits.
• Stay awake and alert throughout the shift.
• Assist residents in personal self-management activities.
• Administer prescribed medications and document on medical charts.
• Supervise and assist in the preparation of meals.
• Conduct evacuation/fire drills as assigned.
• Orient, train, and work with residents to perform in an appropriate, safe, and independent manner.
• Participate in the inventory, ordering and/or purchasing of client or program supplies.
• Maintain clean, sanitary and safe conditions in the facility and barn.
• Report any suspected violations or clients’ rights or abuse.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
• Create and implement group tracking documents.
• Track all billable services provided to each client.
• Work 1:1 with clients to help them develop basic life skills.
• Provide medication education and documentation in the MAR.
• Follow the policies and procedures of Community Counseling Solutions.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• 6% initial 401K match.
• Potential for tuition reimbursement.
• Generous paid vacation, floating holiday, community service day, mental health days, paid holidays.
• Student loan forgiveness (NHSC & Public Service).
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Benefits.

What This Job Offers

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