Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Hep C Free Program - MD155
About the role
The Licensed Mental Health Therapist – Hep C Free provides behavioral health screening, therapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination services for individuals engaged through NARA NW's Hep C Free Program. Working alongside outreach, medical, and behavioral health staff, this position supports individuals experiencing mental health concerns, substance use disorders, and barriers to accessing healthcare and other community resources.
Responsibilities
- Participate in community outreach with Hep C Free team, engaging with community members in the outreach setting
- Provide behavioral health screenings, referrals, and intake coordination for community members interested in NARA mental health services
- Conduct individual, family, and group therapy services as appropriate for clients being served under the grant
- Assist in coordinating care for clients from Hep C Free outreach into mental health and SUD services including following them through treatment and referrals to appropriate levels of care
- Serve as consultant and liaison with referral sources and treatment providers
- Complete written diagnostic assessments and impressions, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and other documentation as required
- Contribute to development of treatment plan with care team
- Provide crisis intervention services as needed including referral and follow-up
- Provide referral and follow-up and outreach services as needed
- Participate in staff meetings as needed
- Participate in quality assurance activities including chart reviews
Requirements
This is an in person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Occasional evenings and weekends required to meet program needs.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
- Experience working with individuals who have chronic hepatitis C and/or substance use disorders
- Experience providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and harm reduction approaches to support participant wellness and recovery
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
NARA NW offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and paid time off.
Pay
$75,600.00 – $87,150.00 annual salary, Exempt
Schedule
This is an in person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Occasional evenings and weekends required to meet program needs.