Mental Health Counselor - African American Specific Program
Company: Central City Concern
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 24, 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 Imani Center is a
Culturally Specific Program providing integrated behavioral health
services to Black and African American individuals. Our atmosphere
provides cultural safety, trustworthiness, transparency, and
collaboration. Imani means faith and was chosen to remind people to
have faith in themselves, the program, and life. The Imani Center
services address relevant and culturally specific topics including:
Cultural boundaries, Impact of race on relationships, Behavioral
health stigma for Black and African Americans, Identifying and
addressing criminality, and cultural biases within the justice
system and Health disparities.The QMHP Mental Health Counselor is
part of a diverse team offering culturally specific mental health
and addiction outpatient services to African American individuals.
Imani provides comprehensive support, including outreach, case
management, crisis intervention, medication management, physical
health treatment, and housing assistance to promote emotional
well-being, mental health, and self-sufficiency within the African
American community.CCC's Imani Center is seeking a Culturally
Specific Mental Health Counselor!You may qualify for a $3,000
Hiring Bonus!Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:30p may include
occasional evening hours to accommodate program needs.Location: SE
Portland near 20th & PowellMinimum Qualifications:Must meet
qualifications for:QMHP-R or QMHPCSWALPC-a or LPCLMFT-A or
LMFTLCSWMust have a Master's Degree.Must be registered with MHACBO,
at minimum, a QMHP-R.CADC-R preferred.Experience with culturally
specific outpatient mental health services required.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 multi-axial DSM diagnosisWrite
and implement or supervise implementation of a treatment
planConduct and document a mental health assessmentProvide mental
health treatment and rehabilitative services within one's scope of
practiceMust meet CCC privileging requirements as required by
FTCA.Current CPR certification required prior to start.Will be
required to carry an agency cell phone for work use which will be
provided by Central City Concern.Must have reliable access to
transportation for regular outreach activities. If using a vehicle
for agency use: Must possess a current driver's license, access to
a vehicle, qualify as an Acceptable Driver as designated in Central
City Concern's Fleet Safety policy; pass an initial drivers
training within 60 days (about 2 months) of being an approved
driver and continued recertification training; and maintain vehicle
insurance coverage of a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 personal auto
liability coverage.Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB Test,
and background check. This includes clearance by the DHS Background
Check Unit.Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist,
reach, pull, and lift heavy objects.Must be able to climb stairs
several times a day.Must adhere to agency's non-discrimination
policies.Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and
clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political
affiliations, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles, and sexual
orientations, and treat individuals with respect and
dignity.Responsibilities and Duties:Participate in culturally
specific outreach efforts to engage prospective clients, including
appointments, home visits, and community-based serviceDevelop
relationships with organizations, providers, community leaders, and
advocacy groups serving the African American community.Connect
participants with culturally specific community services and
support.Provide services to both Imani and Karibu program
clients.Collect information regarding clients' history through a
combination of interviewing, records review, and consultation,
after obtaining written consent.Conduct and document Mental Health
and/or ASAM Assessments, including mental status exam, DSM
diagnosis, and clinical formulation.Develop service plan with
client.Participate in evaluating clients for risk of harm &
initiate Directors Custody transport holds when appropriate.Use
culturally sensitive lens to guide all aspects of service delivery,
ensuring that the impact of socio-political & cultural factors are
consistently consideredParticipate in clinical staff meetings and
case conferences with team members to utilize interdisciplinary
expertise and facilitate individual treatment plans for
clients;Collaborate with Residential facilities, and other housing
partners to provide necessary treatment services and coordinate
residential and non-residential treatment and service
planning.Participate in admission and discharge planning for any
client needing hospitalization or subacute level of care.Monitor
and ensure that the health and safety needs of clients are
met.Maintain client records and documents as required by program
standards and funding requirements including documentation of
clinical interactions, behavioral health assessments & individual
service plans.Participate in regular clinical supervision, seeking
additional supervision whenever necessary. Minimum requirement two
hours of documented supervision per month.Attend required meetings
and training.Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations,
including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies and
agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.
Support compliance with all privacy and security requirements
pursuant to community partners' and outside providers' patient
confidentiality agreements, including privacy and security
requirements for EMR This includes immediate reporting of any PHI
breach of CCC or outside provider health records to the CCC Legal
and Quality departments and the program administrator.Conduct
educational and therapeutic groups for clients, using approved
curriculum.Coordinate services with all members of client's support
network.Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement
activities as directed.Assist with the development of an integrated
treatment program.Perform other duties as assigned.Skills and
Abilities:Advanced knowledge and skills in counseling and
assessment techniques with individuals and groups including
assessing for risk of danger to self and others.Advanced knowledge
and skills in mental health and substance use treatment methods,
and crisis intervention.Knowledge of evidenced-based practices &
awareness of EBPs limitations with non-dominate
communitiesDemonstrates knowledge of resources in the African
American communityKnowledge and understanding of the cultural,
sociopolitical, and historical context of the community being
served, and the impact of that context on health needs; ability to
use this knowledge to apply a culturally specific lens to all
aspects of service deliveryKnowledge of anti-oppressive
principles.Knowledge and understanding of racism and other
oppressions and their impact on individuals, families, and
communitiesDemonstrated commitment and experience in applying
anti-oppressive principles personally and professionallyAbility to
provide leadership including the ability to motivate and inspire
peopleKnowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained
in de-escalation methods.Ability to work effectively and
efficiently in an environment subject to ambiguity and
change.Working knowledge of integrated treatment, recovery models
of treatment and trauma-informed care.Computer skills necessary to
accomplish duties.Ability to work effectively with peers,
individual clients and groups.Ability to work as a team member,
remain flexible and to establish priorities as a group.Ability to
apply principles learned to new situations.Ability to maintain
accurate records and necessary paperwork.Ability to communicate
clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Creative,
innovative, and progressive problem-solver.Ability to work
effectively with a diverse population.Ability to work
independently, manage time, prioritize the workload, problem-solve,
and complete tasks in a timely fashion.Ability to multi-task and
remain calm in a busy and stressful environment.Ability to be a
detail oriented, flexible, dependable, positive team player.Ability
to display a non-judgmental attitude.Knowledge of community and
social service agencies.Sufficient manual dexterity and physical
ability to perform assigned tasks.Ability to work courteously and
effectively communicate with the general public, clients, medical
personnel, corrections personnel, police, and co-workers.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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