Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for client evaluation including initial intake interview, formulating diagnosis, identifying appropriate treatment services.
• Develops therapeutic treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, strengths and needs. Treatment plans and interventions center client voice and incorporate client feedback.
• Coordinate/collaborate with physicians, staff, families, caregivers, etc. 
• Document all treatment services.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary. 

Qualifications: 

• This position requires a valid and active QMHP credential certification through MHACBO or a valid and active status (licensed or registered intern) with an approved Oregon licensing board.
• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a mental health related field. 
• Preferred 1 year experience in broad range of clinical interventions and mental health assessment specific to the client population. Recent graduates accepted. 
• Provide treatment and document treatment interventions in accordance with federal, state and/or funding source requirements as well as LifeWorks NW policies and procedures.

LifeWorks NW is a private, non-profit organization providing prevention, mental health, substance use treatment, and related social services to youths, adults, and older adults in over fifteen locations throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. LifeWorks NW promotes a healthy community by providing quality and culturally responsive mental health and addiction services across the lifespan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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