Mental Health Therapist

Unlicensed Mental Health Associate

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

Our organization values our employees as they form the foundation of our mission- to positively impact kids, families, and our community by providing comprehensive therapy services in an innovative and collaborative environment. This is why we prioritize investing in our employees. This commitment benefits our staff, enhances patient well-being, and enables us to fulfill our mission of delivering exceptional care to those in need.

Part-time: up to 29 hours per week

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

Part-time 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. Times vary.
• Free supervision/consultation
• Opportunity to become certified in PCIT included in the position (for those who offer 20 or more client slots).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family, parent, couples, and group therapy utilizing evidence-based treatments.
• Providing in-person services (required) and telehealth experience is a must.
• 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.
• Unlicensed Associates are to obtain supervision 2-3x/month (based on client hours per month) via a Clinical Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• With a focus on holistic client care, the Mental Health Therapist must apply a multidisciplinary approach to promote optimum outcomes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health clients. This position is accountable to the Mental Health Therapy Director/Clinical Supervisor in matters of clinical compliance for mental health under the requirement of their licensing board by the Federal and Oregon state regulations.
• 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.

How to Apply?

Qualified applicants may email a current resume and brief cover letter, as attached PDFs.

Attn: Michael to View email address on click.appcast.io. Email Subject line: MH-WV.

Applicants only, please no recruiters.

Neurotherapeutic Pediatric Therapies, Inc.