Description

$61,958- $66,393 starting salary!
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Seeking Master's Level Counselors/Case Managers
Portland Metro area
Full-time positions available

Cascadia Health delivers Whole Health Care^TM. We provide mental health services, addiction recovery support, primary care, wellness programs, permanent housing solutions and affordable housing to people of all ages.
If you're a Masters level clinician seeking to help individuals and families improve their health and well-being, we have opportunities for you!
Cascadia has a variety of programs and services that could match your personal interests, skill sets, and your desire for professional growth within our health centers, residential services, and community outreach programs.

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, you will find rewarding work at Cascadia

Hiring for the following team:
PSRB
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.

This position is located in SE Portland. The schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

TheCounselor III works as a member of two interdisciplinary teams to implement and monitor treatment for residents within the residential facilities, while supporting a Trauma Informed Care environment. With the high prevalence of trauma among individuals receiving mental health services, it is required the Counselor III understand the effects of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of the lives of those we serve. This position involves participation and implementation of program goals and objectives to promote a strengths-based, client centered approach to assisting residents in achieving individual goals and ultimately transitioning to a less restrictive setting.

All incumbents must understand, appreciate and respect the diversity and cultural differences within our Cascadia community. It is expected that there is an awareness and sensitivity to the perspectives and perceptions to those we serve, as well as our colleagues.As Cascadia is Trauma informed, the incumbent must support a Trauma Informed Care Environment. With the high prevalence of trauma among individuals receiving behavioral health services, it is required that the incumbent understand the effects of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of the lives of those we serve.

Essential Duties:

• Provide clinical interventions, coordination of care, and supportive counseling with residents.
• Complete Behavioral Health Assessments, Treatment Plans and develop Behavioral Support Plan, and if clinically appropriate, complete Safety Plans and communicate with PSRB regarding monitoring of Conditions of Release.
• Provide individual and/or group therapy/psycho-education in living skills, and support in areas such as self-care, community resources, recovery, wellness, and life skills.
• 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.
• Generate therapeutic treatment plan; redefine goals throughout treatment in order to obtain success. Conduct continuous assessment and measurement of progress toward treatment goals. Consult with the Case Manager, Program Manager, Program Supervisor, and the Administrator On-Call as necessary in order to maintain treatment team communication.
• Coordinate treatment and continuity of care with community stakeholders, guardians, and representatives from the legal system, housing, social security, hospital care, medical care, and other community based agencies in order to assist with the treatment needs of clients on case load.
• Provide supportive counseling, track UAs, run therapeutic and psycho-educational groups, complete documentation and provide reports.
• Participate in the on-call rotation as instructed by program leadership. This requires being on call for crisis intervention, including receipt of telephone calls and the possibility of going to the program outside of working hours to intervene with crisis intervention services such as a revocation and an on-call rotation.
• Provide consultation and collaboration with community partners including the County, and the PSRB.
• Comply with and implement the regulations, policies and procedures under which the clinic and residential facilities operate.
• Assist in crisis situations following emergency protocols/procedures; become certified to administer Director’s Custody; coordinate treatment with hospital and the PSRB, which supports a trauma informed environment for residents and staff.
• Document and maintain electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policies, program procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation associated with billing, assessment, treatment, client’s progress and other activities as required.
• Check company email and facility log book each shift.
• Coordinate with oncoming shift regarding resident concerns, building/program needs, and any issues relevant to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Provide input toward the therapeutic treatment plan in collaboration with the case manager.
• Provide medication administration as delegated by a licensed medical practitioner.
• Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
• Respect and honor client’s rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.
• Demonstrate responsibility for safety of residents, staff and property; possess familiarity with fire regulations and evacuation procedures.
• Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
• Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis as indicated in the licensing requirements for the facility as well as agency requirements. Attend seminars, training and other educational opportunities in order to develop professional skills and abilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).Must have aMaster’s Degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university. Certification must be current and in compliance with MHACBO.
• Ability to conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate a diagnosis according to the most current DSM
• Have a general understanding of criminality and criminogenic risk factors
• Must understand recovery model, motivational interviewing, illness management and recovery, evidence based practices, and strength based case management philosophies and strategies
• Proficient in operating computer hardware and software (including EMR software)
• Ability to enter and retrieve data and to prepare simple reports
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, three year driving history; clean driving record, ability to pass Driver Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course.

Working Conditions:

• Activities and structure support community integration assist program residents in learning socially acceptable behaviors.Employee must be approved to provide transportation using agency vehicles in order to support resident access to the community.The Counselor III, Case Manager must also have the ability to assist residents to participate in a variety of activities, events, and excursions involving skills building and community integration. The employee must have the ability to assist the team in providing safety to all clients and staff in potentially volatile situations.
• Occasionally stooping, lifting 20 to 50 lbs, climbing (stairs), crouching, reaching and running
• Regular sitting, Standing, walking, and Keyboarding
• Constant visual and auditory

Benefits

We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours pro-rated) including:

• Generous Paid Time Off Package Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
• Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1^st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
• VSP Vision Discount Plan
• 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with 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

Wellness Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bicycle Reimbursement
• Discounted Fitness Memberships
• Trauma Support Team

Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654.

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