Description

Position Close Date: 04/06/24

***Applicants must upload a resume to their application in order to be considered for this opportunity.***

Position Summary: The Counselor III provides compassionate and trauma-informed mental health and addiction counseling services. This position will primarily serve clients who have been referred through the HOPE Program.

Compensation: $57,345.60 - $76,440/year (Depends on Experience and/or Certifications). This is a full-time position with excellent benefits! Benefits package includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, 403(b) with automatic 5.5% contribution after 18-months regardless of employee participation, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and other voluntary benefits and discounts. A generous paid time off plan includes 15 days in the first year, 23 days in the second year, and 26 days in the third year, in addition to 10 paid holidays and 3 paid personal holidays per year.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work or behavioral science field is required.
• Ability to register with MHACBO as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-R) or ability to obtain and maintain active status with an eligible state licensing board.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor certification preferred.
• 3 years of experience in substance abuse counseling preferred. Experience in mental health counseling and provision of clinical services for persons with dual diagnoses.
• Skilled in provision of individual and group counseling using respect and compassion.
• Knowledge of criminal behavior and at-risk populations.
• Knowledge of engagement challenges with a mandated population and skills to engage mandated clients.
• Experience in mental health counseling and clinical services for persons with dual diagnoses.

Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
• Mission-focused and passionate, with an emphasis on serving high-risk populations using evidence-based practices.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to write accurate and concise reports using an electronic medical record while meeting tight deadlines.
• Well-developed clinical documentation skills and a strong commitment to quality management.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Highest level of ethical and professional standards.
• High level of cultural competence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Outlook, and electronic medical records.
• Familiarity with or ability to learn Feedback Informed Treatment

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Reliable form of transportation. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide culturally informed individual and group counseling congruent with Outpatient treatment phases and client clinical needs. Maintain fidelity to treatment models.
• Conduct substance abuse and mental health assessments and clinical evaluations using standardized instruments, ASAM and DSM criteria.
• Write and maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation including progress notes, treatment plans, court reports, assessments and summaries, contact logs and termination summaries.
• Abide by policies and procedures and all relevant state and federal treatment regulations and standards.
• Maintain current licenses and certifications; participate in required training as needed.
• Participate with team members (clinical, administrative and VOA) in a manner that contributes to healthy team functioning.

Other Responsibilities: 

• Attend and participate in Counseling Meetings, Group Supervision, Dual Diagnosis Group Supervision, and individual clinical supervision.
• Assist in program development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory: There are no supervisory duties with this position.

Environmental Conditions: Works in a professional office setting with moderate light and temperature.

Schedule: This is a full-time position; 40 hrs. per week, Monday thru Friday with some weekends and special events hours as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required for this position.

Volunteers of America Oregon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.