Clinical Counselor 4 QMHP, Child & Family - Behavioral Health
Position SummaryLincoln County Behavioral Health is looking for a Clinical Counselor 4, Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to assist the Child & Family Team in providing professional community behavioral health services through individual and group psychotherapy and counseling of clients. This person is also responsible for the delivery of behavioral health services for prevention of child abuse and neglect, hospitalizations, crime and delinquency, and for improved County safety and quality of living.$77,358.00 - $103,962.00 annually*Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer.Lincoln County Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package IncludingMedical, Dental, & Vision Coverage11% County contribution to 401(k)County funded Health Savings Account (HSA)$40,000 County Paid Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP)Depoe Bay, OregonEssential Functions/Major ResponsibilitiesThe Behavioral Health Counselor 4 provides individual, family and/or group counseling, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, case management and discharge planning:Document services provided and communicates with client and care team as needed.Assess and triages individuals in crisis. Provide short term counseling. Prepares documents for referrals if needed.Provide Consultation To Outside Agencies As Assigned, This IncludesCoordinate care with medical providers, case managers, jail personnel community agencies both for individuals and for population health improvement.Assigned Duties If Qualified May IncludeGambling services, including: education; assessment; diagnosis; treatment planning; counseling and discharge planning,Pre-commitment investigations,Court liaison as related to Aid & Assist, 370 population, Hope, Mental Health and Drug Court,Addiction services including: education; assessment; diagnosis; treatment planning; counseling and discharge planning,Multi-disciplinary, community-based, team approach to provide services using Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), including education, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, counseling and discharge planning,Multidisciplinary team approach for Early Assessment Support Alliance (EASA) including: education; assessment; diagnosis; treatment planning; counseling and discharge planning, orParent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).Other FunctionsInteract and convene with community partners and resources as necessary to assure population needs are being met.Attend and participate in team meetings, trainings, and activities to further the health of the community.Participate in on-going quality improvement and reports from data systems to guide and improve practice,Use reflective supervision to evaluate and improve practice, and takes part in self-care activities.Typical QualificationsEDUCATIONMasters; specializing in counseling, psychology or related field.ExperienceOne year working with special needs clients.CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSESIf qualified, required to perform tasks: CGAC, Certified Gambling Addiction Counseling; CADC Certified Addictions Counselor; (EASA)Early Assessment Support Alliance; PCIT Parent Child Interaction Therapy. This position is classified as a Qualified Mental Health Professional, QMHP required. The employee is required to maintain current and active licensure and/or certification and to provide the appropriate verifications at the time of renewals.DRIVER'S LICENSE This position requires an insurable driving record and a valid Oregon driver’s License within in 30 days of appointment.Desirable QualificationsBilingual and/or bicultural competencies for Latino population is preferred. CGAC, CADC, EASA, PCIT are preferred.Knowledge OfThe principals and practices of social casework or clinical delivery systems, medical/psychological diagnostic assessment, basic psychotherapy and counseling techniques.General mental health/addictions need assessments. Methods to conduct thorough interviews, assessments and evaluations and effectively interpret information in the formulation of a diagnosis and treatment plan.Skill Or Ability ToSolve problems and negotiate.Handle high physical demand and complex person interaction.Exercise sound judgement in appraising situations and making decisions regarding complex behavioral health treatment issues.Deal professionally with persons who have mental and emotional disturbances, developmental disabilities or alcohol and drug abuse problems and develop therapeutic relationships with patients and their families.Apply knowledge of needs and resources to development of services.Comprehend and interpret laws, rules and regulations that apply to role.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONSLincoln County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and essential functions expected of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Lincoln County, OR | Official WebsiteHealth & Human Services | Lincoln County, ORBehavioral Health | Lincoln County, ORFor more information or to obtain the full job description, please reach out to jobs@co.lincoln.or.usApply now by clicking the link above!Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision which is paid at 90% by the County and 10% by the employee. Other fully paid benefits include life, AD&D, long-term disability insurance. Other optional insurances are available. A 401K retirement plan is also provided. The County's current contribution rate is 11%.Regular and Trial Service employees working between 20 - 39 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible for pro-rated employee benefits.01Do you have (or will have within 90 days of hire) a Qualified Medical Health Professional (QMHP) certification?YesNo Required Question