Cascadia Health
Location
Portland, Oregon
Salary
$36 - $39 / HOUR
Provide immediate mobile crisis response, risk assessment, and stabilization for adults and children in Multnomah County. Coordinate with law enforcement and healthcare providers to facilitate mental health treatment and ensure client safety.
Requires a Master's Degree in a behavioral science field and competencies to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to work a flexible, on-call schedule.
This position will be based at the Multnomah County Central Library for the purpose of providing crisis intervention services for members of the public who are experiencing mental health symptoms. There will be an expectation of travel to other libraries within the Multnomah County library system. The Project Respond Team's home base is at the Kerns Building, NE Portland. This is an on-call/per diem position for all shifts. Employees must work a minimum of 6 shifts per quarter.
Experience: Equivalent combination of education/experience preferably in a non-profit organization preferred Specialized
Conduct a Mental Status assessment and formulate a diagnosis according to the most current DSM Advanced knowledge of risk assessment and crisis intervention Understand evidence-based practices, and strength-based case management philosophies and strategies including trauma informed care Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions including the ability to operate Electronic Health Record software Other: The Project Respond Clinician must have the ability to work a flexible work schedule as the Project Respond program operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Possess a valid driver’s license, three year driving history; clean driving record, ability to pass Driver Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course. This position requires the ability to drive a personal or company vehicle for the completion of work duties. Working Conditions Work is performed in the community setting including client residences, schools, police precincts, shelters, residential facilities, and public spaces. Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for violent behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise and contaminants. Mental Demands: The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances in which outcomes may negatively affect clients, community and/or employee mental health. The nature of the work dictates that the employee is alert and attentive during their assigned shift. The Mobile Counselor III must have the ability to quickly assess and respond to concerns related to interpersonal and environmental safety. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach. Physical Demands: The Mobile Counselor III must work collaboratively with partner to minimize risk to self and clients and, when necessary, quickly and accurately communicate with police agencies in emergent situations. Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654. This position is represented by a labor union. Benefits We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours + pro-rated) including: Generous Paid Time Off Package Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year! Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date) VSP Vision Discount Plan 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options) Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave Length of Service Award Voluntary Life Insurance Supplemental Insurance Student loan forgiveness options Wellness Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Bike to Work Reimbursement Discounted Fitness Memberships Trauma Support Team Starting Rate Range in USD ($) $36.20 - $38.77 Cascadia Health is Oregon’s largest community-based behavioral health and substance use treatment services organization. As both a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Cascadia provides integrated mental health, substance use treatment, primary care, housing support, crisis intervention, peers wellness, skills training, and more to individuals and families. Our clients can find the care they need through one team and often in one location, regardless of their ability to pay.
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