Licensed Mental Health Therapist - Hep C Free Program - MD155

Job DetailsJob Location

• Indian
• Health
• Clinic on
• Hancock -
• Portland,
• OR 97212Position
• Type:
• Full
• TimeSalary
• Range: $75,600.00 - $87,150.00
• SalaryJob
• Shift:
• DayTitle:
• Licensed
• Mental
• Health
• Therapist -
• Hep
• C
• Free
• Program
• Location: Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212 & Wellness Center - 12360 E Burnside St.,
• Portland,
• OR 97233
• Schedule:
• This is an in person position,
• Monday through
• Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. Occasional evenings and weekends required to meet program needs.
• Wage
• Range: $75,600.00 – $87,150.00 annual salary, Exempt If you are a motivated and dedicated Licensed Mental Health Therapist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
• Company
• Mission: The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
• About the
• Company: At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.
• Position
• Overview: The Licensed Mental Health Therapist – Hep C Free provides behavioral health screening, therapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination services for individuals engaged through NARA NW's Hep C Free Program. Working alongside outreach, medical, and behavioral health staff, this position supports individuals experiencing mental health concerns, substance use disorders, and barriers to accessing healthcare and other community resources. Services may be provided in clinic and community-based settings, with a focus on engagement, treatment access, and whole-person care. This position utilizes trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and harm reduction approaches to support participant wellness and recovery. Hours of work are flexible to meet program needs, with some evenings and weekends required.
• What you will do: Participate in community outreach with Hep C Free team, engaging with community members in the outreach setting Provide behavioral health screenings, referrals, and intake coordination for community members interested in NARA mental health services. Conduct individual, family, and group therapy services as appropriate for clients being served under the grant. Assist in coordinating care for clients from Hep C Free outreach into mental health and SUD services including following them through treatment and referrals to appropriate levels of care. Serve as consultant and liaison with referral sources and treatment providers. Complete written mental health assessments, diagnostic assessments and impressions, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and other documentation as required. Contribute to development of treatment plan with care team. Provide crisis intervention services as needed including referral and follow-up. Provide referral and follow-up and outreach services as needed. Participate in staff meetings as needed. Participate in quality assurance activities including chart reviews.
• QualificationsWe would like to hear from people that have: Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field. Current Oregon licensure as an LCSW, LPC, or LMFT required. Two years of paid experience providing behavioral health services, including experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Valid Oregon driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurable driving record required Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members. Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests. Must pass criminal background and DMV checks. What’s in it for you? 15
• Paid
• Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25th and your birthday!

Benefits

• Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above) 13 Paid Days of Sick Time 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days) $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D Short Term and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Health Spending Account 401(k) with 4% Match Employee Assistance Program Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days) Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC How to apply: To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org) Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all! Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process. NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need. NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober. Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus. This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.