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Mental Health Assistant
Coos Bay, OR
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Coos Health & Wellness is seeking a qualified Mental Health Associate to provide community-based services that support individuals with significant mental health needs in achieving their recovery goals. Must be a qualified Mental Health Associate or eligible, BA in health/behavioral health or a combo of at least 3 years work experience, training or education in mental health. Position requires a valid driver's license. Must be able to meet productivity standards, work effectively within a team, and coordinate with family, caregivers, medical, psychiatric and other providers.
Essential functions of position:
Provide support, education and case management to consumers to assist them in achieving their recovery goals. Maintain strength-based approach. Utilize motivational interviewing and provide stage appropriate interventions. Implement approach to utilize and enhance consumers' natural supports. Coordinate work with involved family, caregivers, medical, psychiatric and other providers. Assist consumers in accessing available benefits and services. Continuously evaluate health and safety issues and implement appropriate crisis planning. Assist consumers in self-directing a crisis plan. Provide support to community groups and organizations enhancing consumer recovery. Complete regular and required reports/data tracking and submit to OHA as required. Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Provide clinical documentation to meet State, Federal, Regional and departmental standards and requirements.: Develop recovery-oriented treatment plans with measurable and objective goals. Complete clear, organized, timely progress notes. Learn/utilize computer medical record system; including use of newer office technologies. Maintain all applicable professional, legal and ethical standards, including confidentiality, dual relations, and informed consent. Maintain productivity standards set by departmental policy and carry out other instructions from supervisor and/or Director.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$4,610.00 - $5,394.00 per month
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you a qualified mental health associate? This position is located in Coos Bay, Oregon. Are you living in Coos County or willing to relocate for this position? Do you have a BA in health/behavioral health field, or at least 3 years of work experience, training or education in a mental health field?
