Mental Health Therapist

About the role

Neurotherapeutics Pediatric Therapies is seeking unlicensed mental health associates (LMFT-Associates, and LPC-Associates (with systemic training preferred)) to join our team at our Hillsboro, Oregon location.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, parent, couples, and group therapy utilizing evidence-based treatments.
• Conduct assessments and develop measurable, time-limited treatment plans.
• Advocate for individuals by coordinating client care with outside agencies to increase consistency between the home and community.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of session content, interventions, and treatment.
• Manage confidential clinical records and perform related clinical responsibilities such as case records management.
• Obtain supervision 2-3 times per month (based on client hours per month) via a Clinical Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a mental health-related field (QMHP) required; Registered as an Associate through OBLPCT is required (MHACBO ok for Unlicensed therapists).
• At least 1 (unlicensed) year of experience in a broad range of clinical interventions and mental health assessments specific to children, adolescents, and families.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct a mental health assessment, including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories of mental and physical health, alcohol and other drug use, past mental health services, assessing family, social, and working relationships, and conducting a mental status examination; complete Diagnostic Criteria for a DSM-V-TR/ICD-10 diagnosis; write and supervise the implementation of a Treatment Plan; and provide individual, family and/or group therapy within the scope of their training.
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally competent treatment services to diverse client populations and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in a culturally diverse environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of treatment methods for individual, family, and group therapy to address mental health needs.
• Demonstrated ability to provide case management services in accordance with federal, state, and/or funding source requirements as well as Neurotherapeutic Pediatric Therapies' policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of community resources and treatment agencies enabling appropriate referrals for specific client needs.
• Knowledge of medications commonly used by the client population.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Word.
• Ability to master proprietary software including electronic health record system required.
• Strong organizational/time management skills; ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills demonstrated by the ability to communicate effectively and relate congenially with parents, children, clinic staff, providers, and community referral representatives.
• Proven understanding of standards and practices governing client confidentiality; demonstrated ability to preserve client confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of and willingness to adhere to mandated reporting requirements as stated by law.
• Working knowledge of generally accepted quality assurance standards and procedures.
• The position requires moderate physical activity such as sitting, traveling, walking, driving, bending, lifting, and computer usage.
• Valid Oregon ID.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave.
• Professional Development Assistance.
• Paid documentation time for intake assessments.
• Unpaid Leave, including holidays and winter break.
• Weekly collaborative meetings.
• Matching retirement plan.
• Bilingual Incentive Program: 2-5% increase in base salary, determined on frequency of use.
• Board exam preparation support for mental health associates, featuring study guides and practice exams, facilitated by a licensed clinical supervisor.
• Free supervision/consultation.
• Opportunity to become certified in PCIT included in the position (for those who offer 20 or more client slots).

Schedule

Part-time: up to 20 hours per week Monday through Friday 3:00pm-7:00pm.

Pay

Pay Range: $50.99 - $71.59 per client hour. Based on experience.

Contact Information

To apply, qualified candidates should email a current resume and brief cover letter, as attached PDFs, to resume@nt4kids.org. Email subject line: MH-HB. Applicants only, please no recruiters.