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Bilingual - Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$45,175 / year median in Oregon
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Bridgeway Community Health is currently seeking a Bilingual - Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) to join our growing Adult Outpatient Co-Occurring Mental Health and Addictions treatment team! A sign-on bonus of $5,000 will be available to th e successful new external hires!! Do you believe in the gold standard of co-occurring services? One clinician who addresses both mental health and addiction concerns for their clients? If so, you will be part of a deeply committed, trauma-informed team of both mental health and substance use disorder treatment providers at an agency that is not only client-centered but has also been voted as one of the 100 Best Non-Profits to Work for in Oregon for eight years. Primary Purpose The Co-Occurring Therapist provides dual diagnosis enhanced services using stage-of-change specific interventions with individualized outcomes focusing on reducing symptoms related to mental health and substance abuse. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts integrated assessments, including screening for the presence of substance use, problem gambling, mental health conditions, and chronic medical conditions, as well as the presence of systems-related trauma using ASAM criteria and DSM. Utilizes assessment tools or data in the evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge process, including cognitive behavioral interventions, motivational interventions, and healthy relationships education. Prepares and maintains all required treatment records and reports. Counsels clients in individual and group counseling sessions. Individual sessions may periodically include family members or support people. Counsels family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with and supporting clients. Collects information about clients through interviews, observations, and collateral information. Acts as client advocate to coordinate required services or to resolve emergency problems in crises. Develops and implements evidence-based, client-centered treatment plans that address mental health and substance use. Documents relevant treatment reviews, progress notes, status reports, coordination of services, and discharge summaries. Meets with families, probation officers, police, and other interested parties to exchange necessary information during the treatment process. Observes urinalysis screening and completes chain of custody documentation. Gathers information regarding community mental health services and resources to use in conjunction with therapy. Completes discharge paperwork to include the discharge plan completed with the client. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications and Experience Experience, Education, and Credentials Requires QMHP with a graduate degree in psychology, social work, or a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university