What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) – Adult position at New Directions Northwest?
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) - Adult Outpatient Services
New Directions Northwest | Baker City, Oregon
FIND YOUR PURPOSE. FIND YOUR PLACE.
Do meaningful clinical work in a community where you can make an impact.
The Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) provides trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally responsive behavioral health services to adults enrolled in the CMHP. This position ensures service delivery in compliance with OAR 309-019 (Outpatient Behavioral Health Services), OAR 309-033 (Community Mental Health Program Operations), and all applicable professional ethics and BOLI employment standards.
Why This Work Matters
Access to thoughtful, responsive mental health care can change the direction of a person or family's life. Your clinical judgment and relationships help turn that access into meaningful progress.
What You'll Do
- Conducts comprehensive assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and individualized service plans per OAR 309-019-0125 and 309-019-0105.
- Provides individual, family, and group therapy using evidence-based, trauma-informed practices.
- Completes suicide risk assessments, crisis interventions, and safety planning as indicated.
- Coordinates referrals to higher or lower levels of care, including residential, detoxification, or inpatient treatment.
- Maintains consistent, reliable, and in-person attendance as an essential job function under BOLI and agency policy.
- Coordinates care with psychiatrists, primary care, QMHAs, peer support, housing, and social service partners.
- Engages in discharge and transition planning to support community stability.
What We're Looking For
- Meets the Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) definition under OAR 309-019-0105(60).
- Master's degree in a behavioral health field (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Psychology).
- Licensed or registered toward licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, etc.) preferred.
- Two years of experience providing mental health services to adults preferred.
- Must pass background check under OAR 407-007-0200 to 407-007-0370
- Valid Oregon driver's license and insurable driving record.
- Clinical competency in DSM-5 diagnostics, case formulation, and crisis response.
Build Your Career at NDN
At New Directions Northwest, we believe in developing people - not just filling positions. Depending on your role and career path, opportunities may include training, professional development, credentialing support, supervision, and advancement within a multidisciplinary behavioral health organization.
Benefits That Support Your Life
Eligible NDN employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, HSA/FSA options, employee wellness, professional development, and career growth. Specific eligibility and benefit information will be provided during the hiring process.
A Rewarding Career. An Exceptional Life.
Living in Baker City means your life outside work can be pretty good, too. Surrounded by the Elkhorn Mountains and some of Eastern Oregon's most beautiful country, Baker City combines a historic downtown, short commutes, four distinct seasons, and a close-knit community with easy access to hiking, camping, fishing, skiing, and other outdoor recreation.
Big Mountains. Small-Town Connections. Great Careers.
Ready for a New Direction?
Find Your Purpose. Find Your Place.
Build your career. Make Baker City home.
Explore current openings: newdirectionsnw.org/career
Salary : $46,698 - $64,197