Position Details

Mental Health Therapist, Child & Family #246

The Child and Family Mental Health Therapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats children and adolescents ages 3 to 18 experiencing mental health symptoms in an outpatient setting. 

Child and Family Mental Health Therapists at LifeWorks NW offer team-based care from integrated health sites. Therapists on this team receive support through weekly individual supervision and team meetings. We value collaborative and creative team members who enjoying working from a systems perspective. LifeWorks NW employees can qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). This is a full-time position.

Location: This position is based out of LifeWorks NW's Rockwood site.

Pay/Benefits: $62,229 starting annual salary, plus Full benefits. 

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for client evaluation including initial intake interview, formulating diagnosis, identifying appropriate treatment services.
  • Develops therapeutic treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, strengths and needs. Treatment plans and interventions center client voice and incorporate client feedback.
  • Coordinate/collaborate with physicians, staff, families, caregivers, etc. 
  • Document all treatment services.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling or treatments and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses, modifying plans and diagnoses as necessary. 

Qualifications: 

  • This position requires a valid and active QMHP credential certification through MHACBO or a valid and active status (licensed or registered intern) with an approved Oregon licensing board.
  • Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a mental health related field. 
  • Preferred 1 year experience in broad range of clinical interventions and mental health assessment specific to the client population. Recent graduates accepted. 
  • Provide treatment and document treatment interventions in accordance with federal, state and/or funding source requirements as well as LifeWorks NW policies and procedures.

LifeWorks NW is a private, non-profit organization providing prevention, mental health, substance use treatment, and related social services to youths, adults, and older adults in over fifteen locations throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. LifeWorks NW promotes a healthy community by providing quality and culturally responsive mental health and addiction services across the lifespan.

Our core values-Recovery and Relationships, Resilience, and Results-inform the work we do. The four pillars of the strategic vision include Compassionate, Impactful Care, Holistic Health, Passionate Team, and Thriving Organization. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are critical to successfully achieving the mission. We know that "life works" when people get the help they need and are dedicated to changing lives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

www.lifeworksnw.org

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