Mental Health Counselor to Join Supportive Group Practice

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Mental Health Counselor position requires a diverse set of skills to effectively support individuals in need of mental health services as part of a busy and supportive practice, Senua Counseling Clinic. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, hold a Masters degree and be a current resident in the state of Oregon.

In this position, you will provide psychosocial assessments, short-term, and long-term counseling to a wide variety of outpatient clients, including individuals, couples, and families, under the supervision of a Licensed Therapist.

Qualifications

• Required to have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral health sciences from a CACREP accredited college or university.

• Residing in Oregon.

• Required experience with completing biopsychosocial/diagnostic assessments, treatment plans and clinical progress notes.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to demonstrate and model stable appropriate boundaries with clients and engage in ethical practice.

• Organized and reliable, including the ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner.

• Ability to manage client caseload with Clinical Supervisor's oversight.

• Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base demonstrating compassion and acceptance.

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment that values humor and authenticity.

• A passion for destigmatizing mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual mental health counseling in an outpatient setting 25-30 hours per week.

• Intake paperwork for services including biopsychosocial assessments, assessment for medical necessity, provide/clarify diagnosis, and create and implement initial treatment plans.

• Complete ongoing documentation in a timely manner including assessments, re-assessment of diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, progress notes, and other documentation as appropriate according to company policy/protocol and client needs.

• Provide excellent clinical services for clients through the use of creativity and innovative therapy tools to help clients achieve and exceed their goals.

• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

• Coordinate services/referrals and collaborate with families and professional supports, as needed.

• Collaborate with a dynamic and passionate team to further the mission of filling the gaps in our community.

• Attend and participate in individual supervision.

• Maintain active registration with the appropriate licensing board and be actively working towards licensure.

COMPENSATION:

$50 per client hour, between 25 and 30 hours per week. $64,300-$76,800 depending on hours worked. Opportunity for growth, if desired.

You are also paid for required Supervision hours and any mandatory training.

BENEFITS:

• Flexible schedule and remote work available.

• W-2 employment (not a contract position).

• Medical, dental and vision insurance. (no cost to you. 100% covered premiums.)

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) and tax-deferred retirement options.

• Paid liability insurance and electronic medical records system for client care.

• Clinical supervision to help manage your clients and help you work towards licensure.