Mental Health Specialist II - Adult Program

We offer a $10,000 sign-on bonus and up to $6,000 relocation assistance. Eligibility for both State and National Health Service Corp Loan repayment programs.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Therapist to join our Coos Health & Wellness Adult team. As a Mental Health Therapist, you will provide clinical counseling and support to people experiencing mental health challenges. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others and contribute to their overall well-being.

The Adult Program provides support, counseling and education to consumers to assist them in achieving their recovery goals.

Position is located in Coos County, Oregon on the beautiful Southern Oregon Coast.

Must be a qualified mental health professional or eligible; Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or other mental health related field; or Bachelors in Nursing or occupational therapy with license and experience. Must pass a criminal background check per state requirements.

Position requires thorough knowledge of the techniques and principles of psychological, behavioral, and social disorders and the application of psychological treatment to these disorders; skill in dealing with the mentally ill and their families; skill in dealing with the public in advocating for the mentally and emotionally disturbed; ability to develop cooperative relationships with families, physicians, agency personnel and executives and public officials; ability to take part in diagnostic and treatment planning conferences; ability to prepare concise and complete reports and patient records; ability to participate in social planning and to carry out recommendations and directives.

At least two years postgraduate experience providing clinical mental health services that include diagnostic assessment and interventions. CADC and Bi-lingual a plus.

The specific functions of an MHSII position will be assigned based on which clinical program the position is working in. The functions of this position classification include, but are not limited to:

1. May be assigned to provide direct services including individual, group and family therapy as indicated by treatment plan. May be assigned to provide case management and other necessary services.

2. May be assigned to provide supervision and case management for individuals in the county under the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB).

3. Provide support, counseling and education to consumers to assist them in achieving their recovery goals. Maintain strength-based approach. Assist consumers in accessing available benefits and services.

4. Implement approaches that utilize and enhance consumers’ natural supports.

5. Utilize motivational interviewing and provide stage appropriate interventions.

6. Continuously evaluate health and safety issues and implement appropriate crises planning. Assist consumers in self-directing a crises plan. Provide crisis intervention and stabilization.

7. Coordinate service plans with involved family, caregivers, medical, psychiatric and other providers. Provide mental health consultation and patient consultation to other health care or social professionals.

8. Maintain all applicable professional, legal and ethical standards, including confidentiality, dual relations, and informed consent.

9. Provide clinical documentation, reports, and records to meet State, Federal, Regional and

departmental standards and requirements. Includes, but not limited to:

a. Clinical formulations that clearly direct treatment considerations and focus.

b. Clear documentation for psychosocial and diagnostic assessments.

c. Recovery oriented treatment plans with objective, measurable objectives.

d. Clear, organized, timely progress notes.

10. Represent the comprehensive mental health program to the community and promote the interest and education of the community in mental health.

11. Learn/utilize computer medical record system including use of newer office technologies.

12. Maintain productivity standards set by departmental policy.

13. May be assigned to carry a specialized workload of more complicated situations, or assigned to work in specific mental health areas such as comprehensive psychosocial and diagnostic assessments and preparing treatment plans; providing brief or ongoing therapy; participating in crisis team responses; conducting diagnostic examinations and making recommendations to the court; completing civil commitment services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $6,461.00 - $7,558.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $6,461 - $7,558