Mental Health Therapist

This position is a covered position as defined in the Coquille Indian Tribe Chapter 185 Child Protection Ordinance. Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug screen, Criminal, and Character Background Check. The Mental Health Therapist provides services to Native American and non-Native American patients of the Ko-Kwel Wellness Center.

SUMMARY OF MAJOR FUNCTIONS

Under the direct supervision of the Behavioral Health Executive Director, the Mental Health Therapist will provide mental health assessments, develop collaborative treatment plans, provide therapy and referrals to adult and youth clients of the Ko-Kwel Wellness Center. Treatment services include individual, family, and group therapy. Treatment services to court-involved youth will be coordinated with juvenile justice agencies and may include participation in monthly case reviews and closed custody reviews. The Mental Health Therapist will work closely with other Tribal Program Staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Main priority is to provide direct mental health treatment to adults, youth and families with timely documentation and follow up.
2. Work in conjunction with Behavioral Health Integration Specialist, Medical Clinic, Indian Child Welfare, Family Support Services including CELS staff in case management and provision of services to clients and families to ensure the development of comprehensive community mental health services. Work collaboratively with Prevention, Culture, Education, Health Division, Law Enforcement, Indian Child Welfare, and Family Support staff in organization and implementation of treatment and treatment activities.
3. Assist in the development of Mental Health program policies and work plan.
4. Work collaboratively with community resources and services.
5. Develop and assist in collecting data necessary for service delivery, including maintaining documentation and preparing reports required by funding agencies.
6. Establish and monitor priorities/deadlines, and review written assessments/surveys/reports.
7. Work on a multidisciplinary team and demonstrate good communication and conflict management skills.
8. Use technology for timely delivery, monitoring, and tracking service delivery and outcomes.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the ability to manage stressful situations that are often part of mental health treatment provisions. Treatment activities will include facilitating and participating in a variety of outdoor treatment activities with moderate to challenging physical demands. Office work is primarily sedentary, although walking, bending, lifting packages, and working in small, enclosed areas will be involved. This position will occasionally travel to other locations to provide outdoor or community-based activities and/or provide service to clients in their own homes.

The individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position safely, efficiently, and accurately. Work duties or processes may be modified, when appropriate and feasible, to support successful performance without creating a significant safety risk.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Work duties or processes may be modified, when appropriate and feasible, to support successful performance.

1. Knowledge of current theories and practices in the area of mental health treatment.
2. Knowledge of current theories and practices in the area of treatment, prevention, and aftercare regarding addiction and substance abuse.
3. Knowledge of community structure, values, culture, and language of the population served.
4. Abstinence during employment in this capacity is essential to the overall effectiveness of the program. Individuals in recovery from the disease of alcoholism and/or from other drug dependence must affirm that previous employment performance has not been impaired by alcoholism/substance abuse during the past 2 years

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a closely related field and current licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or equivalent professional license. Candidates licensed outside Oregon must be eligible to obtain Oregon licensure within six months of hire.
2. Two years of relevant experience is required.
3. Ability to provide direct mental health treatment services to youth, adults and families.
4. Ability to organize and conduct group therapy and recreational therapy activities.
5. Ability to consult and collaborate with other Tribal health, education, and social

service staff in the development and implementation of treatment activities for youth and adults.

1. Ability to plan and organize work and complete written reports and documentation of mental health assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, case management, and discharge plans in both paper form and as part of the electronic health records system accurately and on time.
2. Adhere to all departmental performance standards.
3. Basic computer skills, including word processing and electronic communication.
4. Current and valid Oregon driver’s license in good standing with no insurability issues as determined by the Tribe’s insurance carrier is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Healthcare background and experience with Native American patients is preferred.
2. Certification as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor is preferred.