Mental Health Clinician - Latino Specific Program!
Company: Central City Concern
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing
comprehensive services to single adults and families in the
Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty, and
addictions. We hire people who are skilled and passionate to meet
our mission through innovative outcome-based strategies that
support personal and community transformation.The Puentes Team
helps promote the well-being of the Latinx community through
accessible, culturally competent services by providing an array of
culturally specific and linguistically appropriate programs
addressing behavioral health treatment for the underserved and the
uninsured. Puentes values Compassion, Unity, Growth, and Family in
the mission to help participants strive for their recovery and
self-sufficiency. The Mental Health Clinician works as a member of
the Puentes treatment team to provide culturally and linguistically
appropriate mental health services to Latino adults. This position
has access to mental health billing and service records.Central
City Concern Puentes program is hiring a Full-time Mental Health
Counselor!Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00am-7:00pm Days and times can
vary, potential for hybird work schedule 1-2 days a week!Location:
Puentes is located on the Eastside in South East Portland, Or.You
may qualify for a $3,000 hiring bonus!Puentes provides culturally
specific services to Latinos in recovery through alcohol and drug
treatment and mental health care to individuals and the entire
family in a way that mitigates stigma and fear. Puentes staff are
bilingual and bicultural; they understand Latino values, family
roles and community structures helping Latino/a/x clients gain
insight into cultural influences on behavior.Minimum
Qualifications:Must meet qualifications for:QMHP-R or QMHPCSWALPC-a
or LPCLMFT-A or LMFTLCSWMust have a Master's Degree.Must have
experience working with the Latino culture.Bilingual in English and
Spanish required.Current CPR certification required prior to
start.One year of mental health experience preferred.CADC-R, at
minimum, preferred.Must meet CCC privileging requirements as
required by FTCA.Has the competencies necessary to:Identify
precipitating events;Gather histories of mental, emotional and
physical disabilities, alcohol and drug use, past mental health
services and criminal justice contacts;Assess family, social and
work relationshipsConduct a mental status assessmentDocument a DSM
diagnosisWrite and implement or supervise implementation of a
treatment planConduct and document a mental health
assessmentProvide mental health treatment and rehabilitative
services within ones scope of practiceAbility to adhere to Central
City Concern's drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy
and productive work environment and strictly complies with the
Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the
workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or
use a controlled substance or alcohol.Must pass a pre-employment
drug screen, TB test, and background check. This includes clearance
by the DHS Background Check Unit.If using a vehicle for agency use,
must possess a current driver's license, pass DMV background check
and be designated an "acceptable" driver as outlined in Central
City Concern's Fleet Safety Policy. Must pass initial Annual
Driver's training and then pass annual Recertification training.
Must maintain vehicle insurance coverage of a minimum of
$100,000/$300,000 personal auto liability coverage.Must adhere to
agency's non-discrimination policies.Ability to effectively
interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic
backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, life-styles,
and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and
dignity.Essential duties and responsibilities:Participate in
culturally specific outreach efforts to engage prospective
clients.Conduct screenings and complete necessary enrollment
paperwork.Collect information regarding clients' history through a
combination of interviewing, records review, and consultation,
after obtaining written consent;Conduct and document Mental Health
Assessments, including mental status exam, DSM diagnosis, and
clinical formulation.Develop strengths-based treatment plan with
client. Participate in clinical staff meetings and case conferences
with team members in order to utilize interdisciplinary expertise
and facilitate individual treatment plans for clients.Coordinate
case management for individuals in caseload.Conduct educational and
therapeutic mental health groups for clients, using approved
curriculum.Participate in admission and discharge planning for any
client needing hospitalization or sub-acute level of care. Monitor
and assure that the health and safety needs of clients are
met.Utilize Evidence-based Practices in work with clients in
individual and group formats.Coordinate services with all members
of client's support network.Maintain client records as required by
program standards and funding requirements;Participate in training
opportunities to advance skills and knowledge in addictions and
mental health.Works within scope of training and experience and
seeks consultation when appropriate.Adhere to all state and federal
privacy regulations and support compliance with all privacy and
security requirements, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to
CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and
security.Perform other duties as assigned.Skills &
Abilities:Ability to consider the impacts and outcomes for
underserved communities during decision-making process.Ability to
consider impacts of oppression, structural racism, and individual
bias on client outcomes.Ability to communicate effectively and
fluently in the Spanish language.Ability to work effectively with
peers, individual clients and groups.Ability to work as a team
member and to establish priorities.Ability to apply principles
learned to new situations.Ability to learn new skills.Ability to
display a non-judgmental attitude.Sufficient manual dexterity and
physical ability to perform assigned tasks.Ability to communicate
clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.Ability to manage
time, maintain accurate records and necessary paperwork and meet
deadlines.Ability to work in an environment where people may
exhibit behaviors that are hostile or abusive.Ability to work
courteously and effectively communicate with the general public,
clients, medical personnel, corrections personnel, police, and
co-workers.Ability to provide leadership.Demonstrates knowledge of
community and social service agencies.Knowledge and skills in
mental health treatment methods and crisis
intervention.Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills in
counseling and assessment techniques with individuals and
groups.Demonstrates culturally competency with the identified
culture served by this program.Knowledge of de-escalation methods
or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.Benefits at
Central City Concern offered to our employees!Central City Concern
offers incredible benefits to our employees. We offer an extensive
total rewards package to include base wages, medical, dental,
vision, and voluntary plans. Central City Concern also takes
employees' financial wellness into consideration and provides a
rich retirement match.Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4
weeks of PTO accrual per year! Accrual amount/rate increases with
longevity.Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer
match of 4.25% in your 1st year, 6% in the 2nd year, and 8% in your
3rd year!11 paid Holidays + 2 Personal Holidays to be used at the
employee's discretion.Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental
insurance coverage.Employer Paid Life, Short Term Disability, AND
Long-Term Disability Insurance!Sabbatical Program offering extended
time off at years 7, 14, and 21.This description is intended to
provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to
contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities,
and qualifications required for the position.As an agency deeply
rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and
alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, and pre-employment drug
screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding
prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.CCC
values and celebrates diversity in race, heritage, ethnicity,
gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, age,
and disability. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we
prioritize active inclusion of diverse staff.Central City Concern
is a second-chance employer and complies with applicable laws
regarding the consideration of criminal background for employment
purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the
duties of this particular job may require CCC to conduct a
background check and take appropriate action to address prior
criminal convictions.EducationRequiredMasters or betterEqual
Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other
manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they
have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the
pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have
access to the compensation information of other employees or
applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot
disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals
who do not otherwise have access to compensation information,
unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or
charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding,
hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the
employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to
furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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