Community Counselor III (Intensive Case Management)

About the role

The Community Counselor III position is located at the Talbert Health Center in Clackamas, OR, with a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Complete and implement mental health assessments and Individual Service Plans.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans and recommend alternate strategies as necessary.
• Assess client behavior and be able to diagnose mental health disorders.
• Complete Strengths Assessment covering six life domains.
• Develop the Individualized Support and Services Plan.
• Guide clients in setting their own goals and identifying realistic steps to achieve these goals.
• Utilize naturally occurring resources to assist the person in achieving their goals.
• Explore formal mental health services only when necessary.
• Provide strengths-based counseling focused on minimizing illness and maximizing client’s strengths.
• Document and maintain electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary records.
• Work with others to ensure assigned clients receive the best possible treatment.
• Advocate for each individual when needed.
• Work cooperatively in a team setting to coordinate continuity of care.
• Provide input into the establishment of operational procedures.
• Adhere to departmental rules, company policies, and terms and conditions of contracts or grants.
• Understand and abide by federal regulation of Alcohol and Drug information, 42CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations for client confidentiality.
• Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.
• Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols/procedures and coordinating with the treatment team.
• Demonstrate responsibility for safety of clients, staff, and property; possess familiarity with fire regulations and evacuation procedures.
• Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis as indicated in the licensing requirements for the facility as well as agency requirements.
• Attend seminars, training, and other educational opportunities to develop professional skills and abilities.
• Remain flexible and able to support peer staff and ask for clinical support when needed.
• Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
• Solicit additional supervision as needed.
• Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
• Remain awake on all shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

  Qualifications

  • A Master’s Degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university.
  • Demonstrate the competencies to become credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) as outlined in the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR).
  • The CADC credential is preferred in addition to a Master’s Degree given the high occurrence of substance use/abuse.
  • Clinical experience providing inpatient or outpatient services is preferred.
  • Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT) experience preferred.
  • Able to conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate a diagnosis according to the most current DSM.
  • Thorough knowledge of evidence based practices, and strength based case management philosophies and strategies.
  • Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions.
  • Enter and retrieve data.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation associated with billing, assessment, treatment, residents’ progress and other activities, as required.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license, three year driving history; clean driving record, ability to pass Driver Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation.
  • Must adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
  • Must remain awake on all shifts.
  • Must perform other duties as assigned.

    Specialized Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

    • Able to conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate a diagnosis according to the most current DSM.
    • Thorough knowledge of evidence based practices, and strength based case management philosophies and strategies.
    • Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions.
    • Understand recovery model, motivational interviewing, illness management and recovery.
    • Understand the effects of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of the lives of those we serve.
    • Use the Strengths Assessment to set initial long-term goals.
    • Develop the Individualized Support and Services Plan.
    • Guide clients in setting their own goals and identifying realistic steps to achieve the goals.
    • Utilize naturally occurring resources to assist the person in achieving their goals.
    • Explore formal mental health services only when necessary.
    • Provide strengths-based counseling focused on minimizing illness and maximizing client’s strengths.
    • Document and maintain electronic health record (EHR) and ancillary records.
    • Work with others to ensure assigned clients receive the best possible treatment.
    • Advocate for each individual when needed.
    • Work cooperatively in a team setting to coordinate continuity of care.
    • Provide input into the establishment of operational procedures.
    • Adhere to departmental rules, company policies, and terms and conditions of contracts or grants.
    • Understand and abide by federal regulation of Alcohol and Drug information, 42CFR Part 2 and HIPAA regulations for client confidentiality.
    • Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.
    • Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols/procedures and coordinating with the treatment team.
    • Demonstrate responsibility for safety of clients, staff, and property; possess familiarity with fire regulations and evacuation procedures.
    • Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis as indicated in the licensing requirements for the facility as well as agency requirements.
    • Attend seminars, training, and other educational opportunities to develop professional skills and abilities.
    • Remain flexible and able to support peer staff and ask for clinical support when needed.
    • Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
    • Solicit additional supervision as needed.
    • Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
    • Remain awake on all shifts.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.